LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse / Intermittent-PRN

Working Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 82337

• Location : Preston

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Intermittent

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/10/2024

• Closing Date : 12/20/2024

• 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 as assigned

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.12 - $34.69 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

• 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.

As an LPN for the Minnesota Veterans Home-Preston, you will deliver care within the LPN scope of practice, as defined by the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, for cognitively and physically disabled 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.

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 initially not eligible for insurance benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a long-term care environment

• Experience working with Veterans

Additional Requirements

• 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).

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 at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.