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Working Title: LPN

Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 80057

• Location : Fergus Falls

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/7/2024

• Closing Date : 11/27/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept. / Vets Home-Fergus Falls

• Division/Unit : Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Nursing

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift; 6:00am-2:30pm

• Days of Work : Every other weekend

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.12 - $34.69 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am.

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep.

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At 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.

This job posting will be used to fill one (1) part-time vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls. Day Shift, every other weekend. The day shift is 6:00am-2:30pm.

The work schedule will include at least 16 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is not initially eligible for contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

Deliver licensed practical nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, as defined by the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, for residents. Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to promote the well-being, health and safety of residents in a person-centered, long-term care environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse, in good standing

• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take legible notes

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a long-term care environment

• Experience working with Veterans

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• 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.

• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.