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This posting states $21.50 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Minnesota post a median of $23.78 an hour, the middle half $22.15–$24.90, across 368 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Minnesota earn a median of $22.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What Minnesota requires of a certified nursing assistant
Nursing Assistant on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry, from the Minnesota Department of Health, Nursing Assistant Registry.
- Training: at least 75 hours, 16 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Knowledge test and manual skills test; MDH contracts with Headmaster for the competency evaluation.
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About the job
Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR)
Location: Monticello, MN
Join Our Team!!
Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others? We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused Nursing Assistant Registered (NARs) to join our skilled nursing team in Monticello, Minnesota.
Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time employment , we offer a supportive work environment where you can grow your career while providing exceptional care to our residents.
Starting Wage: $21.50 per hour DOE
Position Summary
The Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) provides direct resident care by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), promoting resident comfort and dignity, and creating a welcoming dining experience through outstanding customer service during meal times. Our NARs are essential for our residents well being and play a key role in enhancing each resident's quality of life.
Primary Responsibilities
Resident Care
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene.
- Assist residents with transfers, repositioning, and ambulation using safe lifting techniques and equipment.
- Observe residents and promptly report changes in condition to the licensed nurse.
- Answer resident call lights promptly and courteously.
- Maintain resident dignity, privacy, and independence at all times.
- Assist with making beds, organizing resident rooms, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Dining Services & Customer Service
- Prepare dining rooms before each meal by ensuring tables are clean, organized, and welcoming.
- Escort residents to and from the dining room as needed.
- Assist residents with meal setup and feeding according to care plans.
- Encourage hydration and nutritional intake.
- Provide exceptional customer service by engaging with residents in a friendly, respectful, and compassionate manner.
- Assist with dining room cleanup following each meal.
Teamwork
- Communicate effectively with nurses, therapy, dietary, activities, and other departments.
- Participate in shift report and resident care planning.
- Support coworkers to ensure residents receive timely, high-quality care.
- Follow all infection prevention and safety procedures.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Current Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) status.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
- Compassionate, dependable, and positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently while functioning as part of a team.
- Previous long-term care experience preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Competitive starting wage of $21.50/hour + Shift Differential!
- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
From Cura Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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