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

Location: Luverne, Minnesota

Part-time, unlimited (permanent) position. Vacancies may be on the Day shift (6:45 am – 3:15 pm) or Evening shift (2:45 pm – 11:15 pm). Expected to work every other weekend.

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 direct, hands-on care to veterans in a long-term-care setting.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, eating).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful environment.
• Document care provided and report changes in resident condition to nursing staff.

Requirements

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry.
• OR at time of hire, enrolled in an approved Nursing Assistant training course, complete the course and competency test, and become registered within four months of hire.
• OR at time of hire, completion of a Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program approved by Minnesota but not yet on the Registry (must provide fax-back score report showing passage of both skills and written portions; must become registered within four months of hire).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes.
• Pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check (conducted on top finalist(s)).
• Pass a Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x-ray prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as a certified nursing assistant.
• 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 6:00 pm and before 6:00 am.

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.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility (some positions qualify).
• New-hire bonus of $2,500 for part-time positions covered by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement.