Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Part-time, Various Shifts

Join the Minnesota Veterans Home in Luverne as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) providing compassionate, person-centered care to residents in a long-term nursing facility. In this part-time 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

You will work at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Luverne, a long-term care facility serving veterans. The environment emphasizes person-centered care and resident dignity.

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
• Maintain clear documentation and notes

Schedule

This is a part-time position with varying days of work. You are expected to work every other weekend. Vacancies may be available on the following shifts:

• Day Shift: 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM
• Evening Shift: 2:45 PM - 11:15 PM
• Night Shift: 10:45 PM - 7:15 AM

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $21.59 - $28.94 per hour
• Shift Differential: $2.25 per hour for all hours worked after 6:00 PM and before 6:00 AM
• New Hire Bonus: $2,500 if hired in this part-time AFSCME-covered position

Required Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry, OR
• At time of hire, enrollment in an approved Nursing Assistant training course with completion and competency test passage within four months of hire, OR
• At time of hire, completion of a Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program approved by Minnesota (not yet on Registry). Must provide fax back score report indicating passage of both skills and written portions of the test. Must become registered within four months of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as a certified nursing assistant
• Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Experience working in a long-term care environment

Additional Requirements

• Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on finalists; must pass if conducted
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest X-ray required prior to employment
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists, including review of job performance documentation and contact with former employers

Benefits

• 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 retirement income 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
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
• Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)

Travel Requirements

No travel required.

Additional Information

This position is classified and covered by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement (Bargaining Unit 204 - Health Care Non Professional). The position is designated in the Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities. Priority consideration is 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 at least 30% disability rating.