Working Title: RN
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Job Class: Registered Nurse
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Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
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Job ID : 82171
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Location : Fergus Falls
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Telework Eligible : No
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Full/Part Time : Part-Time
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Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
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Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
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Date Posted : 12/31/2024
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Closing Date : 1/10/2025
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept. / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-MNA
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Division/Unit : Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Nursing
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Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift; Day/Evening
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Days of Work : Varies; weekends assigned primarily on the Evening shift
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Travel Required : No
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Salary Range: $39.30 - $58.16 / hourly PLUS $2.75/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am.
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Classified Status : Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union : 205 - MN Nurses Association/MNA
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Anticipated Start Date : 1/29/2025
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FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
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The work you'll do is more than just a job.
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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.
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It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls! 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!
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Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off and more!
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This position is designated as part-time, rotating evening/day shift; evening shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm & day shift: 6:00am-2:30pm; weekends as assigned primarily on the evening shift. The 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.
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Provide direct nursing care to residents, direct and monitor care given by LPNs and CNAs in accordance with current Federal, State, Veterans Administration, and facility standards.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse, in good standing
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Knowledge of nursing practices and techniques sufficient to provide effective nursing care for residents
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Skill in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships
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Effective communication skills sufficient to provide and follow instructions
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Computer experience sufficient to complete electronic charting and use basic computer functions such as email
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Ability to make decisions within the scope of nursing responsibilities
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Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care provided by other staff, make or recommend changes, and provide mentoring
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Ability to each self-help skills to residents
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Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in a skilled nursing facility
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Long-term care experience
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Geriatric care experience
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Experience with MDS assessments
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Additional Requirements
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This position requires successful completion of the following:
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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.
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A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
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Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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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.
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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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.