Licensed Practical Nurse

Working Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Full-time, Day and Evening Shifts

Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 95547

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 07/17/2026

• Closing Date : 07/29/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs / Vets Home - Mpls - AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Minneapolis Veterans Home

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day (6:30am - 3:00pm) or Evening (2:30pm - 11:00pm)

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $28.01- $35.83/ hourly; $58,485 - $74,813/ annually / PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am .

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

• Work Area : Minneapolis Veterans Home Nursing Department

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500 if you are hired in a full-time position that is represented by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement!

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits (if eligible), a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

This announcement will be used to fill multiple full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) vacancies within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Minneapolis. Shifts to choose from include: Day Shift (6:30am-3:00pm) or Evening Shift (2:30pm-11:00pm). Qualified applicants will be considered for all shifts they indicate they are available to work.

The work schedule will include at least 80 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

As an LPN for the MVH-Minneapolis, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents in a long-term nursing facility. Assist with activities of daily living, ensure safety and quality of care is provided, and help residents to attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, 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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• 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

This position also requires successful completion of the following:

• 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).

• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

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.