Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Human Services Technician (HST) - Intermittent position

Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST)

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 94547

• Location : Fergus Falls

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Intermittent

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 05/29/2026

• Closing Date : 06/04/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls

• Division/Unit : Fergus Falls Veterans Home / Nursing

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Varies

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $21.22 - $28.44 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am.

• Job Class Option : Certified Nursing Assistant

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : 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.

Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position.

This job posting will be used to fill one (1) intermittent vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls. An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. Intermittent employees must be available to work all three shifts and some weekends. Shifts are: Day shift is 6:15am-2:45pm, Evening shift is 2:30pm-11:00pm, Night shift is 10:45pm-7:15am. The position is not initially eligible for 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and take clear notes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing activities of daily living (ADLs)

• Experience working in a long-term care environment

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 all 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.