Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Human Services Technician (HST) - Part Time NIght Shift Position

Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Class: Human Services Technician Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 97697
• Location: Fergus Falls
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/13/2026
• Closing Date: 10/26/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Nursing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Night Shift- 10:45pm-07:15am
• Days of Work: Varies; weekends as assigned primarily on the night shift
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.59 - $28.94 / 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: 204 - Health Care Non-Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area: Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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 in Fergus Falls! 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!** This job posting will be used to fill one (1) current part-time vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls. Shifts may be night. The night shift is 10:45pm-7:15am. Weekends as assigned primarily on the night shift. 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 position is 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.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link Minimum Qualifications To qualify for further consideration, you must be:

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry; and
• Able to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Experience working in a long-term care environment
• Experience working as a certified nursing assistant.

Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following:

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(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 all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant’s former employer(s).

How To Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs’ employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employee’s name in the Referral Source section of your application. The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus ! Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Danielle Olson at [email protected] or 612-523-0652.

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