RN - Registered Nurse / Intermittent - PRN

Location: Bemidji, Minnesota

This is an intermittent position with an irregular and uncertain schedule based on the needs of the home. Intermittent employees must be available to work all shifts (Day: 6:00am–2:30pm, Evening: 2:00pm–10:30pm, Night: 10:00pm–6:30am) and some weekends. Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time.

About the role

As a Registered Nurse at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Bemidji, you will deliver care within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with current federal, state, and Veteran Administration regulations. Responsibilities include assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide quality resident-centered care that meets the physical and psychosocial needs of residents.

This position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the RN scope of practice, including assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Deliver resident-centered care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of veterans.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care provided by other staff, recommend changes, and provide mentoring.
• Complete electronic charting using PointClickCare.

Requirements

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing. If not currently licensed in Minnesota, must be able to obtain licensure by the date of hire. Future RNs within six months of graduating and taking the NCLEX-RN are encouraged to apply; contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-RN.
• 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 the date of hire.
• Effective communication skills to provide and follow instructions and teach skills to residents.
• Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting in PointClickCare.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or other senior healthcare environment.
• Experience working with a Veteran population.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and techniques to provide effective care and make decisions within the scope of nursing responsibilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Experience with Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check for the top finalist(s).
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x-ray prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks, including review of job performance documentation and contact with former employer(s).

Pay

$40.59 – $60.06 per hour, plus a $2.75/hour shift differential for hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am.

Benefits

While this position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance, state employees have access to the following benefits:

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (eligibility varies by position and funding).
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing income after at least three years of service.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources for physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (eligibility varies by position).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief, finances, and legal issues.