Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Intermittent-PRN

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants to provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents at the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH)-Preston, a long-term nursing facility. In this role, you will assist residents with activities of daily living, ensure safety and quality of care, and help residents attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.

This is an intermittent position, meaning you will work an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. You must be available to work all shifts, including some weekends.

Clinical Setting

The Minnesota Veterans Home-Preston is a long-term care nursing facility serving veterans.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Ensure resident safety and quality of care
• Support residents in attaining their highest functional capabilities
• Communicate effectively with the care team and residents
• Follow instructions and maintain clear documentation

Schedule and Shifts

This is an intermittent position with an irregular and uncertain schedule. You must be available to work all shifts and some weekends. Available shifts are:

• Day Shift: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Evening Shift: 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Night Shift: 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $21.59 - $28.94
• Shift differential: $2.25 per hour for all hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.

Required Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry, or ability to be registered by the date of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes

Preferred Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry
• Experience working as a certified nursing assistant
• Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Experience working in a long-term care environment
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and/or Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x-ray prior to employment
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists

Benefits

As an intermittent employee, you are not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits. However, as a state employee, you may have access to other benefits including:

• Paid vacation and sick leave (eligibility varies by employment type)
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (when eligible)
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility (some positions may qualify)

Note: Program, resource, and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Travel Requirements

No travel is required.

Additional Information

This position is classified and part of Bargaining Unit 218 (Insufficient Work Time/Unrep). The position is designated in the Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities. Priority consideration will be given to qualified disabled veterans with a disability rating of at least 30% from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or inclusion on a U.S. armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30%.