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

About the role

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Silver Bay! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500, if you are hired in a part-time position that is represented by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off and more! This announcement will be used to fill current and future part-time CNA/HST vacancies at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Silver Bay. Vacancies may occur on the rotating day/evening shifts, rotating evening/night shifts, or night shift. The day shift is 7:00am to 3:30pm, the evening shift is 3:00pm to 11:30pm, and the night shift is 11:00pm to 7:30am. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The positions are initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits. 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 is provided, and help residents to attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.

Responsibilities

• 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 is provided
• Help residents attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual

Requirements

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry OR be willing and able 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 (4) months of hire OR have completed a Nursing Assistant training course and competency test approved by Minnesota (but not yet on the MDH Registry), provide a score report indicating passing both skills and written portions, and become registered with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry within four (4) 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

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s); when conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists, which may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s)

Pay

Salary range: $21.59 – $28.94 per hour, plus a $2.25 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am.

Schedule

Various shifts: Day 7:00 am–3:30 pm, Evening 3:00 pm–11:30 pm, Night 11:00 pm–7:30 am. Days of work vary; weekends assigned. The schedule includes at least 64 hours per two‑week pay period and may include additional hours based on business needs.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care