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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / part-time day shift position

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) · Fergus Falls, MN · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$21.59–$28.94/hrPart-time

Location: Fergus Falls

Part-time, unlimited (permanent) position. Shift: 6:15am–2:45pm, primarily on the day shift including weekends. Schedule includes at least 40 hours per two-week pay period, with potential for additional hours based on business needs. Initially eligible for partial employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

About the role

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

  • Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs)
  • Ensure safety and quality of care
  • Support residents in attaining their highest functional capabilities

Requirements

  • Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry
  • Able to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes
  • Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check (required for top finalist(s))
  • Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x-ray prior to employment
  • Employment reference checks for all finalists

Preferred Qualifications

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

Pay

$21.59 - $28.94 per hour, plus a $2.25 per hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am.

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 providing income after retirement (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
  • Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 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 (e.g., chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)

Benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service.

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