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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Full-Time, Day Shift

State of Minnesota • Preston, MN • 2d ago

Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST)

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Job ID : 94738

Location : Preston

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 06/06/2026

Closing Date : 06/15/2026

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

Division/Unit : Preston Veterans Home / Nursing

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Days of Work : Varies, including every other weekend

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $21.22 - $28.44 / hourly; $44,307 - $59,382 / annually

Job Class Option : Certified Nursing Assistant

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

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.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) in Preston! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!

As a CNA-HST for the MVH-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.

This position is designated as full-time and primarily day shift. The position is initially eligible for a full employer contribution toward health and dental insurance benefits.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)

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 willing and able to enroll in the Veterans home's Nursing Assistant training course at the time of hire. You must successfully complete the course and competency test and become registered as a Nursing Assistant 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 you are not yet on the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry. You must provide a score report, which indicates you have passed both the skills and written portions of the test and become registered as a Nursing Assistant with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry within four (4) months of hire; AND

Be able 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.

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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