Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA - Human Services Technician; HST​/Part-time

Job Overview

Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST) –

Working Title:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs – Luverne Veterans Home / MVH-Luverne Direct Care
Job : 95213
Location: Luverne
Shift: Days (6:45 am – 3:15 pm) or Evenings (2:45 pm – 11:15 pm)
Work Schedule: Part‑time, every other weekend
Salary: $21.59 – $28.94 per hour + $2.25 shift differential after 6:00 pm and before 6:00 am
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Union: 204 – Health Care Non‑Professional/AFSCME
Designated in Connect 700: Yes
Closing Date: 07/31/2026

Provide compassionate, person‑centered care for residents in a long‑term nursing facility. Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), ensure safety and quality of care, and help residents attain their highest functional capabilities within a respectful and caring environment.

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry, or - enrolled in an approved Nursing Assistant training course and complete the course and competency test within four (4) months of hire, or - have completed NAD training and competency evaluation program approved by Minnesota but not yet on the Registry; must provide a faxed score report indicating a pass in both skills and written portions and become registered within four (4) months of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes.

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

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services background check may be conducted on finalists; must pass if conducted.
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening mandatory prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks for finalists; may include review of former employer documentation.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF, diabetes care, and dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan (income after retirement with at least three years of service).
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources to support physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.

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