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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse / Intermittent-PRN

State of Minnesota • Preston, MN • 5d ago

Working Title: LPN

Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Job ID : 96233

Location : Preston

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Intermittent

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 08/11/2026

Closing Date : 08/17/2026

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: $28.01 - $35.83 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all 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 (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.

As an LPN for the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH)-Preston, you will provide person-centered nursing care for residents in a long-term care environment by delivering care and skilled procedures within the LPN scope of practice, as defined in the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with current federal, state and Veterans Administration regulations. An LPN administers medications and treatments to residents as ordered by a practitioner and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

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.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)

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 and in good standing.

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.

Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in PointClickCare.

Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and keep clear and accurate notes and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or other senior healthcare environment.

Experience working with Veterans.

Effective interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships.

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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