Care Aide; BCA - Nursing Home

CNA Training and Certification Pathway

You can begin CNA training at age 15 and be eligible for employment as a CNA at age 16.

CNA training will include:

• 75 total hours
• 20 hours of in-person instruction
• 39 hours of online coursework
• 16 hours of supervised practical training at Kittson Healthcare Nursing Home
• The class is offered through OnTrack, a hybrid CNA program.
• High school students at Roseau High School and Greenbush-Middle River High School can take this course during the school day (when available).
• Sponsorship is available to cover the cost of the CNA class by Kittson Healthcare.
• If your CNA certification has expired, you may be eligible to challenge the state exam and continue working as a certified nursing assistant.

Department:
Nursing Home

Supervised By:
Director of Nursing (DON)

Supervises:
None

Status:
Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Part-Time, or Flex.

Pay: $17.00 (per hour)

As a Basic Care Aide, you will support the nursing team and work alongside Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to assist residents with daily living activities and provide emotional and physical support.

• Assisting residents with personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Monitoring and reporting changes in residents’ health
• Offering companionship and emotional support
• Helping with mobility and transfers
• Assisting with meal preparation and feeding as needed
• Maintaining documentation of resident care and activities
• Keeping residents’ environments clean and safe

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English proficiently
• Strong teamwork and independent work skills
• Ability to manage frequent interruptions while maintaining focus
• Effective communication and attention to detail
• Problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of geriatric care and activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Familiarity with bathing products, equipment, and infection control practices
• Time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of charting, care plans, and shift routines
• Compassionate and adaptable interpersonal style
• Customer service mindset

• High School Graduate or GED
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Eligible to take the CNA class and state exam at age 15, allowing employment as a CNA at age 16
• Must obtain MN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) designation within 4 months of hire
• Must pass a Minnesota background check and fingerprinting
• Complete TB test within the first 3 weeks of employment

• Location:
  
  Hallock, MN
• Morning Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Evening Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Night Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Includes every other weekend and holiday

Full-Time/Part-Time Benefits:

• Medical (select plans HSA-eligible with employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision – 100% employer-paid for single coverage
• Basic Life and AD&D – 100% employer-paid
• Optional voluntary life insurance
• Paid Time Off and Extended Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Educational Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-paid CNA training and certification
• Shift differential pay

Flex/Seasonal

Employee Benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Educational Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-paid CNA training and certification
• Shift differential pay

Staff Nurses, Director of Nursing (DON), Dietary Staff, Housekeeping Staff, Residents, and Resident Family Members