Registered Nurse - night shift

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* Working Title:

Registered Nurse*
* ** Job Class:
Registered Nurse*
* ** Agency:
Direct Care and Treatment*
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** Job ** : 91505

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** Location** :
St. Peter

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 02/19/2026

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** Closing Date** :03/31/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter Region MNA

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** Division/Unit** :
Forensics / Forensics Night Nursing

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Night Shift, 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM

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** Days of Work** : varies

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $39.30 - $58.16 / hourly; $82,058 - $121,438 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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

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** Anticipated Start Date** : TBD

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** FLSA Status** :
Exempt - Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
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 up to $10,000*!!!*
* ** The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our Forensic Mental Health Program within the Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) division of agency.*
* The Forensic Mental Health Program provides mental health evaluation and treatment services to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness who present a risk to public safety. This is a safe and secure treatment environment.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides experienced, professional nursing care to clients in a therapeutic environment. Assess the needs of clients, develops individualized nursing plans to meet those needs in coordination with the multi-disciplinary team, provides direct nursing interventions and/or delegates specific nursing tasks to appropriate staff and evaluates the effectiveness of the plan and the care provided.

** Working for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment division PAYS!*
* In addition to a rewarding career in which you will be positively impacting the lives of Minnesota's most vulnerable residents, we provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes a competitive hourly wage, affordable insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and more!

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

+ $10,000 Hiring Bonus (Current State of Minnesota employees are not eligible for a Hiring Bonus)

+ Annual pay increases

+ Corrections Early Retirement Program

+ Tuition reimbursement for courses related to the work of DHS

+ Student loan reimbursement

What a great opportunity to be a part of an organization that is committed to our staff, clients, and community!

** Minimum Qualifications*
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* * To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.
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* + Graduation from an approved nursing school

+ Current licensure in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse.

+ Ability to pass/perform CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Intervention.

+ 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*
* + Patient care experience within a mental health or behavioral health setting.

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