Registered Nurse (RN)

Working Title: Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Class: Registered Nurse

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

This posting was previously announced on 06/18/2026. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply.

• Job ID : 94957

• Location : Carlton

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 07/15/2026

• Closing Date : 07/21/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Moose Lake Region MNA

• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CARE Carlton Nursing

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift / 6:30am-3:00pm; 2:30pm-11:00pm

• Days of Work : Varies; may include weekends and holidays

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $39.89 - $59.03 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• Anticipated Start Date : Within 30 days of interview

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : 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.

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $10,000!

Due to the nature of the program, only FEMALE applicants will be considered

Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) is looking for a Registered Nurse who has a passion for helping others in a time of need. CARE Carlton is a substance use disorder treatment facility that provides treatment for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders who are civilly committed for treatment. This is a facility that specializes in providing services to individuals with co-occurring disorders, including those who may have high medical needs.

As the Registered Nurse you will provide professional nursing care and instructions to clients in a residential setting. As the RN you will assess the needs of clients, develop individualized nursing plans, provide direct nursing interventions, evaluate nursing plans and the care provided. You will also take part in developing therapeutic relationships and engage with clients in an individual and group setting, all while prioritizing safety and aiding clients in progressing with their treatment plan goals.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing unit nursing care; acts as charge of a shift as assigned.

• Participating as an active member of the treatment team in providing active treatment.

• Serving as a positive role model as a Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) team member

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse.

***Future Registered Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their NCLEX-RN are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-RN.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of or experience with alcohol, drug, or substance use disorders

• Direct care experience within a mental or behavioral health setting

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 – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.