Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA - Human Services Technician; HST​/Day Shift

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Full-Time, Day Shift
Location: Preston

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* Working Title:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)*
* ** Job Class:
Human Services Technician (HST)*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs*
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** Job ** : 94738

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** Location** :
Preston

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 06/06/2026

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** Closing Date** : 06/15/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston

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** Division/Unit** :
Preston Veterans Home / Nursing

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift / 6:00 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m.

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** Days of Work** :
Varies, including every other weekend

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $21.22 - $28.44 / hourly; $44,307 - $59,382 / annually

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** Job Class Option** :
Certified Nursing Assistant

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* 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 (MVH) in Preston! 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!*
* As a CNA-HST for the MVH-Preston, you will 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 to attain their highest functional capabilities in an environment that promotes caring, respect, and values the individual.

This position is designated as full-time and primarily day shift. The position is initially eligible for a full employer contribution toward health and dental insurance benefits.

** _Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select_
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** Minimum Qualifications*
* _Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._

To qualify for further consideration, you must:

1. Be currently registered as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry;  
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* 2. Be willing and able to enroll in the Veterans home's Nursing Assistant training course at the time of hire. You must successfully complete the course and competency test and become registered as a Nursing Assistant with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry within four (4) months of hire;  
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* 3. Have completed a Nursing Assistant training course and competency test approved by Minnesota, but you are not yet on the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry. You must provide a score report, which indicates you have passed both the skills and written portions of the test and become registered as a Nursing Assistant with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry within four (4) months of hire;

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* 4. Be able to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the MDH Nursing Assistant Registry.

+ Experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

+ Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs).

+ Experience working in a long-term care environment.

+ Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and/or Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

** Additional Requirements*
* + A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. 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 finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or…