Working Title: Officer of the Day (OD)
Job Class: Registered Nurse Senior
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID: 91264
Location: Minneapolis
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Part-time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 01/12/2026
Closing Date: 01/26/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Dept/Vets Home-Minneapolis
Division/Unit: Minneapolis Veterans Home / Minneapolis 19 Supervisor
Work Shift/Work Hours: Overnight Shift / 10:30 pm - 7:00 am
Days OFF : Week 1: Thursday, Monday, Tuesday / Week 2: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $40.86 - $60.50 / hourly ( plus $2.75 per hour eligibility for shift differential and $2.75 per hour for OD differential pay)
Classified Status: Classified
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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!
Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!
This posting will be used to fill a PART-TIME (0.80) and primarily OVERNIGHT shift vacancy at the Minnesota Veterans Homes (MVH) - Minneapolis. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs.
The Registered Nurse Senior (Officer of the Day) will assist the Nursing Management team by providing clinical expertise and guidance to the Nursing Department to ensure continuous quality care delivery. As the OD this position will be responsible to direct resident centered and resident focused care and assumes delegated authority in the absence of Nursing leadership.
** The position is initially eligible for the FULL employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.
** The position is initially eligible for shift differential pay of $2.75 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
** This position is initially eligible for Officer of the Day (OD) differential pay of $2.75 per hour.
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.
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This is an *OVERNIGHT , part-time (0.80) position, work hours are 10:30 pm - 7:00 am. **
Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions.
Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse working in a skilled nursing facility with primary responsibility for coordinating and assessing plan of care.
Experience with clinical documentation and writing investigative reports.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to skilled nursing and state survey.
Effective communication skills.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse working in a long-term or skilled nursing facility with primary responsibility for coordinating and assessing plan of care.
Experience as a charge nurse or supervisory experience supervising, coaching, performance management, mentoring professional and support nursing staff; as well as experience leading and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills in emergencies and independent judgement during leadership absence.
Demonstrated knowledge of survey and regulatory compliance (such as CMS, infection prevention and control, incident and investigative reporting).
Effective leadership and communication skills (providing guidance to nursing staff, effective communication with stakeholders and clientele).
Additional Requirements
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. It also includes 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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
