Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Part-time, Rotating Day & Evening Shifts

Part-time, rotating day and evening shifts at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Silver Bay. Shifts are 7:00am–3:30pm and 3:00pm–11:30pm, with a $2.25/hour differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am. Schedule includes at least 24 hours per two-week pay period; additional hours may be assigned based on business needs.

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

• Deliver person-centered care to residents in a long-term nursing facility.
• Assist residents 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 willingness and ability to enroll in the Veterans Home’s Nursing Assistant training course at the time of hire, successfully complete the course and competency test, and become registered with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry within four months of hire.
• OR completion of a Nursing Assistant training course and competency test approved by Minnesota but not yet on the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry. You must provide a score report showing passage of both skills and written portions and become registered within four months 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 through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check for the 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).

Pay

$21.59 – $28.94 per hour.

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 for physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Potential eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, legal issues, and daily living/convenience services.

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.