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

Join the Minnesota Veterans Home in Preston as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) providing compassionate, person-centered care to residents in a long-term nursing facility. 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 individual values.

Clinical Setting

This position is located at the Preston Veterans Home, a long-term nursing care facility operated by the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs.

Schedule

This is a part-time, night shift position working 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The work schedule will include at least 32 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional hours based on business needs. Days of work vary and include every other weekend. Telework is not available for this position.

Compensation

Hourly wage: $21.59 to $28.94 per hour, 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
• 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 job performance documentation and contact with former employers

Benefits

This position is 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, 12 paid holidays each year, 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children, a pension plan (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, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support. Training, classes, and professional development opportunities are available. Some positions may qualify for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Special Considerations

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% 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%. Official written documentation of disability dated no more than one year preceding the application date must be submitted.

The position is classified and part of Bargaining Unit 204 - Health Care Non-Professional/AFSCME. It is nonexempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Travel is not required.