Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA - Human Services Technician; HST​/Intermittent; PRN

Job Information

• Job Class:
  Human Services Technician (HST)
• Job
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/01/2026
• Closing Date: 07/31/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Veterans Affairs Dept
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Rotating Shift
• Days of Work:
  Vary
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly PLUS $2.25 /hour shift differential for all hours after 6:00 pm and before 6:00 am
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Nonrepresented
• FLSA:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Location:
  
  Luverne
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Intermittent
• Division/Unit:
  Luverne Veterans Home / MVH-Luverne Direct Care

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 attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect and values the individual.

An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule, based on the needs of the home. Intermittent employees must be available to work all shifts and some weekends.

Shifts:

Days 6:45 am – 3:15 PM;
Evenings 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM;
Nights 10:45 PM – 7:15 AM.

This position is not initially eligible for insurance benefits.

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

• Experience working 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 (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s). 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).

• 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
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
  
  Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website )

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through…