Registered Nurse

State of Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays each year

Pension plan

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

The Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) Forensic Services Nursing Home team seeks qualified Registered Nurses to provide experienced nursing care in a forensic setting. This posting will fill multiple part-time or intermittent positions at the Forensic Nursing Home on a rotating schedule.

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus up to $10,000 and will work with a dedicated team to deliver comprehensive long-term, short-term, and rehabilitative care.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to pass/perform CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Intervention.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and develop individualized nursing plans.
• Provide direct nursing care in a therapeutic environment.
• Coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to evaluate and adjust care.

Skills

Current MN RN license

CPR/First Aid

Therapeutic Intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Class: Registered Nurse
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 98048
• Location: St. Peter
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Closing Date: 11/05/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter Region MNA
• Division/Unit: St Peter / Forensic Nursing Home D
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating (Days/Evenings)
• Days of Work: Varies. Includes weekends and holiday shifts
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $40.59 - $60.06 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 205 - MN Nurses Association/MNA

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.

Job Summary

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus up to $10,000!!!

The Minnesota Direct care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our Forensic Services Nursing Home Team.

This announcement will be used to fill multiple full-time, part-time, or intermittent positions at the Forensic Services Nursing Home on a rotating shift.

The Forensic Nursing Home provides a comprehensive scope of care to residents on their journey though acute and chronic mental and physical health conditions. The Forensic Nursing Home team supports care that is person oriented, respectful and engaging. Residents reside at Forensic Nursing Home for long term care, short term rehabilitative care and end of life care.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides experienced, professional nursing care to clients in a therapeutic environment. Assess the needs of clients, develops individualized nursing plans to meet those needs in coordination with the multi-disciplinary team, provides direct nursing interventions and/or delegates specific nursing tasks to appropriate staff and evaluates the effectiveness of the plan and the care provided.

Future Registered Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their NCLEX-RN are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-RN.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse
• Ability to pass/perform CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Intervention

Preferred Qualifications

• Patient care experience within a mental health or behavioral health setting
• Bachelors of nursing degree
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION -Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing

About Direct Care and Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As 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.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension 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 death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

Training, classes, and professional development

• 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 )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, 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 Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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