Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Part-Time, Rotating Shifts Day / Evening

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**Working Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)**

**Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse**

**Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs**

+ **Job ID** : 92423

+ **Location** : Silver Bay

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 02/25/2026

+ **Closing Date** : 03/10/2026

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay-AFSCME

+ **Division/Unit** : Silver Bay Veterans Home / MVH-Silver Bay Direct Care

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Rotating Shifts: Day / Evening; 7:00am-3:30pm / 3:00pm-11:30pm

+ **Days of Work** : Varies; weekends as assigned

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $27.53 - $35.21 / hourly / **_PLUS $2.25 per hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am_**

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 204 - Health Care Non-Professional/AFSCME

+ **Work Area** : Minnesota State Veterans Home - Silver Bay

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : 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.

**It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Silver Bay! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500 if you are hired in a part-time position that is covered by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement!**

**Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!**

This job posting will be used to fill one (1) part-time Licensed Practical Nurse vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Silver Bay. This position is a rotating day / evening shift. The day shift is 7:00am-3:30pm, and the evening shift is 3:00pm-11:30pm.

The work schedule will include at least 48 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for partial employer 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.

_To 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._

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ Licensed in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse with no restrictions, and in good standing.

+ Current 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.

+ Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in PointClickCare.

+ Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and keep clear and accurate notes and documentation

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience in a skilled nursing facility, long term care or other senior healthcare environment.

+ Experience working with Veterans

+ Effective interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships

**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.

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