Registered Nurse; RN​/NEW GRADS​/Part-Time Evening​/Position

Job Class:
Registered Nurse

• Job
• 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: 07/22/2026
• Closing Date: 07/31/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-MNA
• Division/Unit:
  Fergus Falls Veterans Home / Nursing
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Rotating Shifts – Evenings/Day
• Days of Work:
  Varies; weekends as assigned
• 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
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  08/26/2026
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

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 and Day shift is: 6:00am-2:30pm; weekends as assigned. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. These positions are 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.

• 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 Point Click Care .

• 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

• 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).

• 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.

• 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…