Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN​/part-time evening shifts

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / part‑time day and evening shifts

Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans’ preference. At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.

MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans. MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.

Working Title: LPN

Job Class:
Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency:
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job : 94344
• Location
  :
  Fergus Falls
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Part‑Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 06/2/2026
• Closing Date
  : 06/11/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-AFSCME
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Rotating
  
  Shifts:
  
  Day/Evening
• Days of Work
  :
  Varies; weekends assigned primarily on the day shift
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $27.53 - $35.21 / hourly PLUS $2.25/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

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 $2,500!

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

The Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls is seeking to fill one (1) part‑time rotating day/evening shifts position. The day shift is 6:00am‑2:30pm and the evening shift is 2:00pm‑10:30pm; weekends as assigned primarily on the day 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.

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.

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse, in good standing
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take legible notes
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Experience working in a long‑term care environment
• Experience working with Veterans

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.
• ATuberculosis (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).

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job #, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Salena Ness s.us.