Working Title: RN/RN Senior
Job Class: Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse Senior
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 96836
Location : Lino Lakes
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/04/2026
Closing Date : 09/10/2026
Hiring Agency : Department of Corrections
Division/Unit : Health, Recovery & Programming
Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift/Varies
Days of Work : Varies
Travel Required : No
Registered NurseSalary Range: $40.59 - $60.06 / hourly; $84,751 - $125,405 / annually
Registered Nurse SeniorSalary Range: $42.20 - $62.48 / hourly; $88,113 - $130,458 / annually
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.
This position will be filled in either the Registered Nurse (RN) or RN Senior job classification. The classification level (RN or RN Senior) in which the position is filled will be determined based on the qualifications of the applicant who is selected for the position.
This is a full-time, day/evening rotating shift position with some weekend and holiday shifts as assigned.
A correctional health care nurse practices in a primary care setting much like a clinic or transitional care unit. The nurse is presented with opportunities to use a full range of nursing skills along with broad knowledge of disease processes. The nurse works closely with other health care providers, including primary care physicians and mid-level practitioners, and ensures that individuals receive needed health care in a manner that does not compromise nor conflict with security issues within the correctional facility.
This position assists in the provision of individual health care; assists in the medication process; assists with other functions as delegated by the charge nurse/supervisor; maintains a system for accurate and thorough medical record keeping; provides health education; and maintains adequate inventory and security of medical supplies and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Registered Nurse
Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota that is current, active, and without restrictions, limitations, or conditions.
Registered Nurse Senior
Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota that is current, active, and without restrictions, limitations, or conditions.
Must be a current or former State of Minnesota employee with permanent or probationary status in the RN Senior job classification and be eligible to transfer, demote, or reinstate to the RN Senior job class.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position :
Experience as an RN Senior with the State of Minnesota.
A Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
Hands-on clinical nursing experience providing direct patient care in a hospital, long-term care and/or clinic setting.
Nursing experience in a correctional or secured setting.
Experience working in a correctional or secured setting.
Nursing experience in a specialized clinical area(s), such as in gender-specific, geriatric, juvenile health care, medical/surgery unit, and/or behavioral health.
Effective communication skills sufficient to provide information in an accurate, concise and timely manner, protect confidentiality, and participate in problem-solving activities of the health care team.
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to multi-task.
Physical Requirements
The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components consist of a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( Katie.Wynn@state.mn.us ).
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.
