Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Night Shift

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Montevideo is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants to provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents in 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 achieve their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.

Clinical Setting

This position is located at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Montevideo, a long-term care nursing facility serving veterans.

Schedule

This is a part-time position working the night shift from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional hours based on business needs. Days of work vary and include weekends as assigned. Telework is not available for this position.

Compensation

Hourly wage: $21.59 - $28.94, plus a $2.25 per hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m. New hire bonus of $2,500 may be available.

Required Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry or registration by the time of hire
• At least 18 years of age
• 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 (BLS) through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Additional Requirements

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on finalists and must be passed prior to employment
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x-ray required prior to employment
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists, which may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with former employers

Benefits

As a part-time employee initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits, you will have access to:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans including fertility care, diabetes care, and orthodontic coverage
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan providing income upon retirement after at least three years of service
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Potential eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Employment Details

This is an unlimited part-time position classified under the Human Services Technician (HST) job class. The position is part of Bargaining Unit 204 - Health Care Non-Professional/AFSCME and is nonexempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Travel is not required. This 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% on the U.S. armed forces permanent disability list.