Certified Nursing Assistant - Human Services Technician

The Minnesota Department of Corrections seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct care services to incarcerated individuals in a correctional healthcare setting. This part-time position is based at Oak Park Heights and involves rotating day and evening shifts, including weekends and holidays as assigned. You will work a minimum of 64 hours per two-week pay period, with additional hours possible based on operational needs.

You will work alongside Registered Nurses and healthcare practitioners to deliver essential medical and wellness services to the incarcerated population. This role requires hands-on patient care, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a secure correctional environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist incarcerated individuals with activities of daily living to maintain optimal health and wellness
• Participate in data collection that supports the development of individualized care plans
• Participate in the development and refinement of care plans and implement them as documented
• Assist incarcerated individuals in maintaining clean and well-kept living environments
• Support the daily operation of the healthcare unit to ensure medical services are delivered in a timely manner

Required Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Aide Registry

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Experience working in a correctional or secured setting
• Experience working in a long-term care environment
• Experience in specialized clinical areas such as gender-specific care, geriatric care, juvenile health care, medical/surgical units, or behavioral health

Schedule and Employment

• Part-time, unlimited duration
• Rotating shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Minimum 64 hours per two-week pay period
• No telework
• No travel required

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $21.59 to $28.94

Benefits

As a Minnesota state employee, you will have access to comprehensive benefits including:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays annually
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans with coverage for fertility care, diabetes care, and orthodontics
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan providing retirement income after 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
• Free parking and workout facilities at most locations

Physical Requirements

Completion of pre-placement physical components may be required, including tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist must review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position.

Additional Requirements

• Criminal history screening, including review of predatory offender registration and offender associations
• Must pass a criminal history check, including successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements
• Employment history and reference checks will be conducted, including review of any incidents of sexual harassment, job performance, and discipline records
• Fingerprinting required within the first 30 days of employment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the Department of Corrections does not participate in E-Verify and will not sponsor work visas or F-1 STEM OPT extensions

This position is designated as part of the Connect 700 Program for applicants with disabilities.