RN / Registered Nurse / Part Time, Rotating Shifts

State of Minnesota; Fergus Falls (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New hire bonus

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Fergus Falls facility is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care to residents on rotating evening and day shifts. You will supervise care with LPNs and CNAs and ensure compliance with federal, state, and VA standards.

RNs must hold Minnesota licensure in good standing and BLS/CPR certification. The role offers comprehensive benefits, health/dental coverage, and a $6,000 new hire bonus for part-time applicants under the MNA

Qualifications

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification through the American Heart Association or 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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, monitor care given by LPNs and CNAs in accordance with standards.
• Support and mentor staff to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with regulations.

Skills

RN license Minnesota

Effective communication

Computer skills

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Working Title: RN

Job Class: Registered Nurse

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 97105
• 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 : 09/18/2026
• Closing Date : 09/28/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-MNA
• Division/Unit : Fergus Fall Veterans Home / MVH Fergus Falls Direct Care
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift, Days, Evenings 2:00pm -10:30pm & 6:00am-2:30pm
• Days of Work : Varied Days including weekends and holidays
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $40.59 - $60.06 / hourly PLUS $2.75/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 205 - MN Nurses Association/MNA
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
• 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.

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!

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

This posting will be used to fill one (1) part-time, rotating shift position. Rotating shifts: Evening/Day. Evening shift is: 2:00pm-10:30pm, day shift is: 6:00am-2:30pm and 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. This positions is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

These positions will 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.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.- If you are not currently licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse, you must be able to obtain licensure by date of hire.- 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.
• 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.
• Effective communication sufficient to provide and follow instructions and teach skills to residents.
• Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in PointClickCare

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Veteran population
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care provided by other staff, make, or recommend changes, and provide mentoring
• Knowledge of nursing practices and techniques sufficient to provide effective nursing care and the ability to make decisions within the scope of nursing responsibilities
• Effective interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships
• Experience with minimum data set (MDS) assessments

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 all 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 [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.