Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST), Part-Time, Evening Shift

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

• Job ID: 97893
• 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: 10/22/2026
• Closing Date: 11/05/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Fls-Insuff Wk
• Division/Unit: Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Nursing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Evening Shift; 2:30pm-11:00pm
• Days of Work: varies; weekends as assigned
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly
• 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: 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.

This job posting will be used to fill one part-time vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls. This position is designated as part-time and is expected to work every other weekend on the night shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm. The work schedule will include at least 16 hours per two-week pay period. The position is not initially eligible for 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

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.

Contact

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

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Danielle Olson at [email protected].

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Danielle Olson at [email protected] no later than the job posting closing date

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