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

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

• Job ID: 97887
• Location: Preston
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/23/2026
• Closing Date: 11/03/2026
• 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: $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.
• 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.

As a CNA-HST for the Minnesota Veterans Home (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.

The Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH)-Preston is seeking to fill two identical, intermittent Certified Nursing Assistants-Human Services Technicians by consideration of applicants to this posting.

An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. 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. This position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.

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

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry OR be registered by the date 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.
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and/or Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

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. 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).

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 Alexis Schwartz at [email protected] or 507-923-8170.

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