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Registered Nurse Senior

State of Minnesota • Saint Peter, MN • 5h ago

Working Title: Registered Nurse Senior

Job Class: Registered Nurse Senior

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

Job ID : 92310

Location : St. Peter

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02/19/2026

Closing Date : 03/02/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter Region MNA

Division/Unit : Forensics / Forensic Nursing Home A

Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift, days and evenings

Days of Work : varies, will include every other weekend

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $40.86 - $60.50 / hourly; $85,315 - $126,324 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 205 - MN Nurses Association/MNA

Anticipated Start Date : TBD

FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

The Forensic Nursing Home is a secure facility that provides nursing home level care to residents who are under court commitment or serving a sentence through the MN Department of Corrections. Residents served at this facility have physical and mental health needs, in addition to requiring assistance with daily cares.

The Registered Nurse Senior will p rovide experienced, professional nursing care. The incumbent of this position assesses and diagnoses the needs of patients; develops individualized nursing plans to meet those needs in coordination with the multidisciplinary team; provides direct nursing intervention and/or delegate specific nursing tasks to appropriate staff; and evaluates the effectiveness of the plan and the care provided during the shift. The incumbent also provides clinical oversight of nursing processes and defined administrative functions in conjunction with the Registered Nurse Administrative Supervisor. The incumbent will also provide leadership in establishing, facilitating and implementing the mission, philosophy, goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Current licensure in the State of Minnesota as a Registered Nurse;

AND

Bachelors of Nursing Degree, plus two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse;

Associate's degree or diploma in nursing, plus three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse

Certification in an area of expertise equals one (1) year of Registered Nurse experience

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working within a mental health setting

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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.

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