Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA​/Human Service Technician; HST-intermittent position

Job Summary

Human Services Technician (HST) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Minnesota Veterans Home – Fergus Falls. Intermittent position requiring availability for all three shifts: day (6:15 am–2:45 pm), evening (2:30 pm–11:00 pm), night (10:45 pm–7:15 am). Salary $21.22–$28.44 hourly plus $2.25 hourly shift differential after 6 am and before 6 pm.

Job : 92129
Location: Fergus Falls
Application Period: 02/11/2026 – 02/17/2026
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs – Veterans Home, Fergus Falls
Union: 218 – Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
FLSA Status: Non‑exempt
Connect 700 Program: Designated for applicants with disabilities

• Provide compassionate, person‑centered care for residents in a long‑term nursing facility.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure safety and quality of care.
• Help residents achieve their highest functional capabilities in a caring, respectful environment.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Support residents with personal hygiene, feeding, medication reminders, and mobility assistance.

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes.

• Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Experience working in a long‑term care environment.

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services background check may be conducted for finalists; finalists must pass the check.
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x‑ray required before employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists.

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To apply for the Connect 700 Program, email Salena Ness s.us the Job #, working title, and valid proof of eligibility certificate by the closing date.

Salena Ness – salena.ness.us – 612‑214‑9921

As an employee, you will have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota and other benefits.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (including fertility care, IVF, diabetes care, dental and orthodontic care for adults and children)
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan after at least three years employment
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)

• Confidential program for employees and families to address life challenges impacting health or job performance
• Covers mental health, relationship challenges, grief, finances, legal issues
• Daily living / convenience services: chore, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Minnesota state agencies provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance in searching or applying, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers.us.

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, veteran‑friendly employers committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.