From 1 posting and nurse reviews · Employer research Sep 14, 2026Sources
The short version
You would work among colleagues who talk about a family-like atmosphere and about mattering in residents' days.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2026Source: glassdoor.comThe day-to-day here is resident work that staff say they value for the difference it makes.
For new gradsSources
As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Family-oriented culture
- Staff describe a family-like atmosphere and value making a positive difference in residents' lives.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Management practices
- Views on leadership split between praise and criticism of poor communication and weak response to staff concerns.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Work-life balance and staffing
- Some report flexible schedules; others cite long hours, short staffing, and unpredictable shifts.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
More review themes
- Turnover and advancement
- Reviews mention high turnover and few clear internal paths for career advancement.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Compensation and outlook
- Compensation and benefits are rated 3.3, and only 42 percent of reviewers see a positive business outlook.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
The hard parts
Reviews point to high turnover and few clear steps up.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
Living in Maple Grove, MN
Maple Grove blends easy post-shift recharging with convenient suburban living. Rent low-maintenance apartments near Arbor Lakes retail and transit, or settle near Weaver Lake. On days off, decompress across the city’s 36-mile trail network, swim at Elm Creek Park Reserve, or kayak Fish Lake.
Browse roles in Maple Grove- State price level · Minnesota
- 1% below the national average
- State index 98.6 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,868/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $132,731/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Roles from Evolve Willows Payroll LLC
Sources
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/The-Willows-staff-Reviews-EI_IE961738.0,11_KH12,17.htm
The short version, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026
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