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

State of Minnesota • Preston, MN • 17h ago

Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST)

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Job ID : 92681

Location : Preston

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Intermittent

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 03/07/2026

Closing Date : 03/13/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston

Division/Unit : Preston Veterans Home / Nursing

Work Shift/Work Hours : Any Shift / Various work hours (see below)

Days of Work : Varies, including weekends

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $21.22 - $28.44 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am

Job Class Option : Certified Nursing Assistant

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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.

As a CNA-HST for 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 are provided, and help residents to attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.

An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule, based on the needs of the home. Intermittent employees must be available to work all shifts and some weekends. Shifts are: Day shift 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., Evening shift 2:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m., and Night shift 10:00 p.m.-6:30 a.m. Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position. This position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

To qualify for further consideration, you must be:

Currently registered as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry OR be registered by the time of hire; and

Able to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes.

Preferred Qualifications

Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with 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.

Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and/or Basic Life Support (BLS) 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) for the position. 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. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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