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Free Nurse Training - Lake Ridge

$11k

Cassia

Lake Ridge Care Center Nursing Opportunity

Lake Ridge Care Center, a Cassia community in Buffalo, MN, has a rare and exciting opportunity for students interested in a nursing career! Through partnerships with six colleges, Lake Ridge Care Center offers financial support to help students pursue their nursing education and career goals. If you currently attendor plan to attendone of the partner colleges below, we encourage you to explore this unique opportunity.

About The Dual Training Grant: Earn financial support while gaining valuable hands-on experience at Lake Ridge Care Center. Through Minnesota's Dual Training Grant program, eligible employees can receive up to $11,000 per year to cover tuition, books, and fees. Join our team, support your education, and build your skills in a mission-driven environment.

Partner Colleges: Anoka Technical College (LPN Offered) North Hennepin Community College (LPN & RN offered) Ridgewater College (LPN & RN offered) St. Cloud Technical & Community College (LPN & RN offered) Pine Technical and Community College (LPN & RN offered) St. Cloud State University (BSN offered)

Location: 310 Lake Blvd S, Buffalo, MN 55313

Dual Training Grant Program:

  • $11,000+ annually in education assistance
  • State-funded "earn while you learn" program
  • Flexible scheduling to support school
  • Hands-on clinical experience in senior care
  • Earn an industry-recognized credential while working

How It Works:

  • Get hired at Lake Ridge Health Care Center
  • Begin paid on-the-job training right away
  • Complete your nursing coursework through a partnered school
  • Graduate with real-world experience and credentials

Who Should Apply:

  • Current or incoming nursing students enrolled at one of our partnered schools:
    • Anoka Technical College
    • North Hennepin Community College
    • Ridgewater College
    • St. Cloud Technical & Community College
    • Pine Technical and Community College
    • St. Cloud State University
  • Individuals interested in a healthcare career serving older adults
  • Students seeking financial support and real-world training

About Us:

Lake Ridge is proud to have been recognized by Newsweek as one of the top ten Nursing Homes in Minnesota for communities with 50-99 beds. We have also been honored with the 2025 Customer Experience Award. We're excited to welcome new leadership that brings fresh vision, renewed focus, and a strong commitment to supporting our staff and enhancing resident care. Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers.

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

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