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

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

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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 ** : 95117

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** Location** :
Montevideo

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Part-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** : 06/26/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/09/2026

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

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** Division/Unit** :
Montevideo 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 weekends as assigned

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $21.22 - $28.44 / hourly

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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 Montevideo! 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!*
* ** Nursing Assistant training will be provided to hired individuals who are not currently certified as a Nursing Assistant and are not currently enrolled in a Nursing Assistant training program. Please see the minimum qualifications below for more information.*
* The MVH-Montevideo is seeking to fill Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) positions in order to admit more residents to our home. As a CNA for the MVH-Montevideo, 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 part-time and primarily day shift.  
** The work schedule will include at least 48 hours per 2-week pay period*
* ** and may include additional hours** , based on business needs. This position is initially eligible for partial employer contribution towards 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:

+ Be currently registered as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry;  
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* + 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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* + 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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* + You must be at least 18 years of age; and

+ 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.

+ Current 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…