RN - Registered Nurse​/Intermittent-PRN

Working Title:

RN

Job Class:
Registered Nurse

• Job
• Location:
  
  Preston
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/06/2026
• Closing Date: 02/20/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston
• Division/Unit:
  Preston Veterans Home / Nursing
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Any shift / Various work hours (see below)
• Days of Work:
  Varies, including weekends
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $39.30 - $58.16 hourly PLUS $2.75 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

This job posting was previously posted. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply unless you wish to add information to your application/resume.

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.

As an RN for the Minnesota Veterans Home-Preston, 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.

An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule, based on the needs of the home. Intermittent employees must be available to work all shifts and some weekends. Shifts are Day shift 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Evening shift 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., and Night shift 10:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position.

This position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.
• Must be able to obtain licensure by date of hire if not currently licensed.
• Future Registered Nurses 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.
• 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 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).

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