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

Location: Preston, MN

Intermittent position; must be available to work all shifts (Day: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Evening: 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., Night: 10:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.) and some weekends.

About the role

As a Certified Nursing Assistant–Human Services Technician at the Minnesota Veterans Home–Preston, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents in a long-term nursing facility. Assist 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, person-centered care to residents.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Maintain resident safety and quality of care.
• Support residents in achieving their highest functional capabilities.

Requirements

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry OR be registered by the date of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes.
• Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check (conducted on top finalist(s)).
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks, including review of job-performance documentation and contact with former employer(s).

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.

Pay

$21.59 – $28.94 per hour, plus a $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan that provides 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.
• Resources that promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (eligibility varies by position).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily living/convenience services: chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care.

Note: 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.