Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA​/Human Services Technician; HST

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Human Services Technician (HST) - full time 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 : 95604
• Location
  :
  Fergus Falls
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 07/17/2026
• Closing Date
  : 07/24/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-AFSCME
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Rotating Day/Evening Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Varies; weekends as assigned primarily on the day shift
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range
  : $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly; $45,079 - $60,426 / annually 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
  : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

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.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500!

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off and more!

This job posting will be used to fill one (1) full-time vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls. Shift is rotating day/evening: day shift is: 6:15am-2:45pm and evening shift is: 2:30pm-11:00pm; weekends as assigned primarily on the day shift. The work schedule will include at least 80 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs.

The position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards 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.

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

• 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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