LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse​/Part-Time, Day Shift

Overview

Working Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Job Class:
Licensed Practical Nurse. Agency:
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs.

Location:

Bemidji.

Telework Eligible:
No. Job .

Location:

Bemidji. Telework Eligible:
No. Full/Part Time:
Part-Time. Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited. Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers. Date Posted: 01/17/2026. Closing Date: 01/30/2026. Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-AFSCME. Division/Unit:
Bemidji Veterans Home / Nursing. Work Shift/

Work Hours:

Day Shift / 6:00am - 2:30pm. Days of Work:
Varies, including weekends as assigned.

Travel Required:

No. Salary Range: $27.53 - $35.21 / hourly. Classified Status:
Classified. Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non-Professional/AFSCME. FLSA Status:
Nonexempt. Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes.

The work you ll do is more than just a job. As an LPN for the Minnesota Veterans Home-Bemidji, you will provide person-centered nursing care for residents in a long-term care environment by delivering care and skilled procedures within the LPN scope of practice, as defined in the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with current federal, state and Veterans Administration regulations.

An LPN administers medications and treatments to residents as ordered by a practitioner and under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This position is designated as part-time and primarily day shift. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is initially eligible for a full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

• 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 the ability to be certified by the date of hire.
• Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in Point Click Care .
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and keep clear and accurate notes and documentation.

• 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.

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• 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).

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If you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs  employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employee s name in the Referral Source section of your application. The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus!

If you have questions about this position, contact Peter Paquette uette.us or . To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job #, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Peter Paquette uette.us.

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written…