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**Working Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time/Various Shifts**
**Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse**
**Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs**
+ **Job ID** : 80627
+ **Location** : Minneapolis
+ **Telework Eligible** : No
+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time
+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited
+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers
+ **Date Posted** : 10/01/2024
+ **Closing Date** : 11/14/2024
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home - Minneapolis - AFSCME
+ **Division/Unit** : Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Nurse Staff
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift: 6:30am-3:00pm / Evening Shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm / Overnight Shift: 10:30pm-7:00am
+ **Days of Work** : Varies
+ **Travel Required** : No
+ **Salary Range:** $27.12 - $34.69 / hourly; $56,626 - $72,432 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
+ **Work Area** : MDVA - Minneapolis Veterans Home Nursing Department
+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : 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 Minneapolis! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500!**
**Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits (if eligible), a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!**
This announcement will be used to fill full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) vacancies within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Minneapolis. Shifts to choose from include: Day (6:30am - 3:00pm), Evening (2:30pm - 11:00pm), or Overnight (10:30pm - 7:00am). Qualified applicants will be considered for all shifts they indicate they are available to work.
This position is designated a full-time. The work schedule will include at least 80 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for the full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.
As an LPN for the MVH-Minneapolis, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents in a long-term nursing facility. Assist with activities of daily living, ensure safety and quality of care is provided, and help residents to attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.
**_The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth._**
**_The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River._**
**Minimum Qualifications**
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
+ Licensed in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse with no restrictions.
+ Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and take clear notes.
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or ability to obtain certification within the probationary period.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Experience working in a long-term care environment.
+ Experience working with Veterans.
**Additional Requirements**
This position also requires successful completion of the following:
+ 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).
+ A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
+ 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.
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 ator email careers@ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Compensation Information:
$27.12 / Hourly - $34.69 / Hourly
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