From 3 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 17, 2026Sources
The short version
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (MN DOC) is a state government agency responsible for the care, custody, and rehabilitation of individuals committed by the courts under Chapter 241 of Minnesota statutes.
Employer research, Jul 17, 2026
Who it fits
Best fit
- Public safety nurses: 2 of 3 roles
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Benefits
Employees rated pay and benefits at 3.6 out of 5 on Indeed, the highest-rated category, suggesting a reasonably competitive compensation and benefits structure consistent with Minnesota state government employment.
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The hard parts
Management rated lowest at 2.7 out of 5 on Indeed
Employer research, Jul 17, 2026
Workplace culture rated 2.8 out of 5, indicating cultural challenges
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Trust in colleagues identified as a key area for improvement
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Rotating day/evening shifts with weekend and holiday requirements
Employer research, Jul 17, 2026
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?
- Which requirements must I meet before applying, and which can wait until after hire?
Common questions
Which shifts are open?
Of the 3 roles with a stated shift, 3 are rotating shifts.
Which units are hiring?
Public safety (2) and psych (1).
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Minnesota Department of Corrections, and we tell you what happens next.
Roles from Minnesota Department of Corrections
- RN
- Rotating shift
- +$2.75/hr differential
- RN
- Rotating shift
- Tuition reimbursement
Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse Senior
$85,000/year
- RN
- Rotating shift
Sources
- mn.gov/doc
Employer website
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