Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Part-time, Rotating Day & Evening Shifts

Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST)

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 96506

• Location : Silver Bay

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/21/2026

• Closing Date : 09/01/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay-Insuff Wk

• Division/Unit : Silver Bay Veterans Home / MVH-Silver Bay Direct Care

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Day & Evening Shifts; 7:00am-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm

• Days of Work : Varies; weekends as assigned

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly / PLUS $2.25 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

This posting will be used to fill one current part-time CNA/HST vacancy at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Silver Bay. This position is designated as part-time and rotating day and evening shifts. The day shift is 7:00am to 3:30pm, and the evening shift is 3:00pm to 11:30pm.

The work schedule will include at least 24 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is not initially eligible for 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.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)

To facilitate proper crediting, 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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry. OR

• 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; OR

• 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. And

• Ability 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 through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Additional Requirements

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 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 membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.