RN - Registered Nurse​/Evening Shift

Job Class:
Registered Nurse

• Job
• Location:
  
  Bemidji
• Agency:
  Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
• Division/Unit:
  Bemidji Veterans Home / Nursing
• Full/Part Time:
  Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/30/2026
• Closing Date: 07/13/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-MNA
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Evening Shift / 2:00pm - 10:30pm
• Days of Work:
  Varies, including weekends as assigned
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $40.59 - $60.06 / hourly PLUS $2.75 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm and 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:
  Yes

Position Overview

As a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Minnesota Veterans Home-Bemidji, you will deliver care within the RN scope of practice, as defined in the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with current federal, state and Veteran Administration regulations. Provide assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver quality resident-centered care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the residents.

The position is designated as part-time and primarily evening shift. The work schedule will include at least 48 hours per 2‑week pay period and may include additional work hours based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for partial employer contribution toward health and dental insurance benefits.

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing. (
  
  Note:
  
  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 Point Click Care .

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, long‑term care, or other senior healthcare environment.
• Experience working with a 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.

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. 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).

• 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
• Resour…