Working Title: Certified Nursing Assistant
Job Class: Human Services Technician
Agency: Corrections Dept
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Job ID : 95061
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Location : Oak Park Heights
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Telework Eligible : No
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Full/Part Time : Part-Time
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Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
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Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
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Date Posted : 06/24/2026
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Closing Date : 06/30/2026
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Hiring Agency : Department of Corrections
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Division/Unit : Health, Recovery & Programming
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Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift/Varies
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Days of Work : Varies
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Travel Required : No
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Salary Range: $21.22 - $28.44 / hourly
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Classified Status : Classified
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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.
Multiple positions will be filled by consideration of all applicants to this posting.
These positions are designated as part-time with day/evening rotating shifts with weekend and holiday shifts as assigned. 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 Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assists practitioners and Registered Nurses in providing direct care services to incarcerated individuals. Principal responsibilities include:
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Assist and support incarcerated individuals with activities of daily living to maintain optimal health and wellness.
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Participate in data collection that assists in the development of individualized care plans, participate in the development and refinement of those plans, implement and carry out plans as they are documented.
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Assist incarcerated individuals to maintain a clean and well kept living environment.
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Assist with the daily operation of the unit to ensure medical services are met in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
- Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Aide Registry.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
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Experience assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
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Experience working in a correctional or secured setting.
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Experience working in a long-term care environment.
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Experience in specialized clinical area(s), such as in gender-specific, geriatric, juvenile health care, medical/surgery unit, and/or behavioral health.
Physical Requirements
The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components consist of a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( Katie.Wynn@state.mn.us ).
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
