RN-Registered Nurse / part time-day/evening shifts-NEW GRADS WELCOME!

Location: Fergus Falls, MN

Part-time, unlimited (permanent) position with rotating shifts (evening/day). Work schedule includes at least 64 hours per two-week pay period, with potential for additional hours based on business needs. Primarily assigned to evening shifts (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) and weekends, with day shifts (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) as needed.

About the role

Provide direct nursing care to residents and oversee care delivered by LPNs and CNAs in accordance with federal, state, Veterans Administration, and facility standards. This position is initially eligible for full employer contribution toward health and dental insurance benefits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care to residents.
• Direct and monitor care provided by LPNs and CNAs.
• Evaluate effectiveness of nursing care, recommend changes, and mentor staff.
• Complete electronic charting using PointClickCare.
• Perform minimum data set (MDS) assessments, if experienced.

Requirements

• Current Minnesota Registered Nurse license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure by date of hire.
• Future RNs within six months of graduating and taking the NCLEX-RN may apply; contingent offers may be made upon passing the exam.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or ability to certify by date of hire.
• Effective communication skills to provide and follow instructions and teach residents.
• Computer skills sufficient for electronic charting.
• Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check, tuberculosis screening (Mantoux or chest x-ray), and employment reference checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with the Veteran population.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and techniques to provide effective care and make decisions within nursing scope.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Experience with minimum data set (MDS) assessments.

Pay

Hourly wage: $40.59 – $60.06. Additional $2.75/hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Eligible for a $6,000 new hire bonus if represented by the MNA collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits

• Affordable, comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing retirement income after three years of service.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily living/convenience services, such as chore services, home repair, trip planning, and child/elder care.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Potential eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment type, agency, funding, union agreements, location, and length of service.