RN - Registered Nurse / Part-Time, Rotating Shifts, Evening / Night (Hiring Immediately)

Working Title : RN - Registered Nurse\n\nJob Class : Registered Nurse\n\nAgency : Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs\n

• Job ID : 89066\n
• Location : Silver Bay\n
• Telework Eligible : No\n
• Full / Part Time : Part-Time\n
• Regular / Temporary : Unlimited\n
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers\n
• Date Posted : 10 / 21 / 2025\n
• Closing Date : 10 / 27 / 2025\n
• Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay - MNA\n
• Division / Unit : Silver Bay Veterans Home / MVH-Silver Bay Direct Care\n
• Work Shift / Work Hours : Rotating Shifts : Evening / Night 3 : 00pm-11 : 30pm / 11 : 00pm-7 : 30am\n
• Days of Work : Varies; weekends as assigned\n
• Travel Required : No\n
• Salary Range : $39.30 - $58.16 / hourly / PLUS $2.75 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6 : 00pm and 6 : 00am\n
• Classified Status : Classified\n
• Bargaining Unit / Union : 205 - MN Nurses Association / MNA\n
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional\n
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes\n\nThis job posting was previously posted. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply unless you wish to add additional information to your application / resume.\n\nThe work you'll do is more than just a job.\n\nAt the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.\n\nIt pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Silver Bay! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $6,000 if you are hired in a part-time position that is represented by the MNA collective bargaining agreement!\n\nEarn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!\n\nThis job posting will be used to fill one (1) current part-time Registered Nurse vacancy at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Silver Bay. This position is designated as part-time and rotating evening / night shifts. The evening shift is 3 : 00pm to 11 : 30pm, and the night shift is 11 : 00pm to 7 : 30am.\n\nThe work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.\n\nThis position will provide care for residents by assessing needs, assisting and encouraging their social and emotional well-being, and implementing orders and routines. Report and interpret observations and resident behaviors. Communicate nursing and health care concerns to supervisor. Maintain resident charts and records. Coordinate the activities of the nursing unit to maintain consistency in resident care delivery and unit functions. Follow health and safety rules to ensure the security.\n\nTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume / application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n
• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.\n
• If you are not currently licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse, you must be able to obtain licensure by date of hire.\n
• Future Registered Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-RN.\nCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross or ability to be certified by date of hire.Effective communication sufficient to provide and follow instructions and teach skills to residents.Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in PointClickCare\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, long term care or other senior healthcare environment.\n
• Experience working with Veteran population\n
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care provided by other staff, make, or recommend changes, and provide mentoring\n
• Knowledge of nursing practices and techniques sufficient to provide effective nursing care and the ability to make decisions within the scope of nursing responsibilities\n
• Effective interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships\n
• Experience with minimum data set (MDS) assessments\n\nAdditional Requirements\n\nThis position requires successful completion of the following : \n
• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.\n
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.\n
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance.\n\nHow To Apply\n\nSelect Apply for Job at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http : / / www.mn.gov / careers.\n\nIf you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employees name in the Referral Source section of your application. The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus!\n\nContact\n\nIf you have questions about this position, contact Pamela Melby at pamela.melby@state.mn.us or 218-353-8694.\n\nTo receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Patrice Langlee at patrice.langlee@state.mn.us.\n\nPer M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Patrice Langlee at patrice.langlee@state.mn.us no later than the job posting closing date.\n\nWorking together to improve the state we love.\n\nWhat do Minnesota's State employees have in common?\n
• A sense of purpose in their work\n
• Connection with their coworkers and communities\n
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth\n\nBenefits\n\nAs an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.\n\nYour benefits may include : \n
• Paid vacation and sick leave\n
• 12 paid holidays each year\n
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans\n
• Fertility care, including IVF\n
• Diabetes care\n
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children\n6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted childrenPension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of deathShort-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injuryTax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being\n\nSupport to help you reach your career goals : \n
• Training, classes, and professional development\n
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)\n\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for work / life support : \n
• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance\n
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP : mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues\n
• Daily Living / Convenience Services : Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child / elder care\n\nPrograms, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union / collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of