Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Human Services Technician (HST) / Training Available / Part[...]

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Silver Bay (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays—12 days/year

Pension plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Minnesota Veterans Home-Silver Bay seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to deliver compassionate, resident-focused care in a long-term facility. The role includes assisting with ADLs, ensuring safety and quality, and supporting residents to maintain their highest functional ability.

Position is part-time with shifts across day, evening, and night, including weekends. Part of AFSCME, with benefits like health/dental insurance, pension, and paid time off; a $2,500 new-hire bonus may apply for

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry.
• Be willing to enroll in the Nursing Assistant training course if not already registered and complete within four months.
• If you completed a nursing assistant course elsewhere, provide proof of competency and register within four months.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Nursing Assistant Registry (MDH)

Nursing Assistant training

Job description

Job Class: Human Services Technician (HST)

• Job ID: 96360
• 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: 08/15/2026
• Closing Date: 09/18/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Silver Bay Veterans Home / MVH-Silver Bay Direct Care
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Various Shifts: Day 7:00am-3:30pm, Evening 3:00pm to 11:30pm, Night 11:00pm to 7:30am
• 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
• Job Class Option: Certified Nursing Assistant
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

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 in Silver Bay!

You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500, if you are hired in a part-time position that is represented by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off and more!

This announcement will be used to fill current and future part-time CNA/HST vacancies at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Silver Bay. Vacancies may occur on the rotating day/evening shifts, rotating evening/night shifts, or night shift. The day shift is 7:00am to 3:30pm, the evening shift is 3:00pm to 11:30pm, and the night shift is 11:00pm to 7:30am. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The positions are initially eligible for full 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.

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).

Benefits

As an employee, you\'ll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including 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 that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Equal Opportunity

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.