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

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

Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans’ preference. At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.

MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans. MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.

• Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST)
• Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
• Job : 94547
• Location: Fergus Falls
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/06/2026
• Closing Date: 06/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Varies
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.22 - $28.44 / 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: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

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.

Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position.

This job posting will be used to fill one (1) intermittent vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls. An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. Intermittent employees must be available to work all three shifts and some weekends. Shifts are:
Day shift is 6:15am‑2:45pm, Evening shift is 2:30pm‑11:00pm, Night shift is 10:45pm‑7:15am. 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.

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

• Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Experience working in a long-term care environment

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).

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