Are you looking for a career that combines job security, meaningful work and real opportunities for advancement? Minnesota's long-term care sector is creating thousands of opportunities for people who want to make a difference while building a stable future.

Great Pay, No Experience Required

Here's something that might surprise you: among Minnesota's top 15 jobs with the most openings, Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Aides offer the highest wages for positions requiring no prior experience. While other high-vacancy jobs like food service pay around $15 per hour, healthcare support roles offer median wages of over $18 per hour – that's over 20% more.

You can start earning competitive wages immediately while gaining valuable health care experience that opens doors to even higher-paying positions.

Job Security You Can Count On

Minnesota's aging population means your skills will be in demand for decades. Health care has already bounced back from the pandemic stronger than ever. The Health Care & Social Assistance sector is projected to grow 8.6% this decade, over twice as fast as the projected growth for all other sectors combined. 

Work Anywhere in Minnesota

Health care jobs are available in every region of the state, from the bustling Twin Cities to community care facilities in small towns. Your skills transfer seamlessly wherever life takes you.

More Than a Job: Work That Matters

Let's be honest – you shouldn't go into direct care solely for the money. But if you're someone who finds fulfillment in helping others and making a real difference every day, the financial rewards are a welcome bonus. These meaningful roles offer incredible advancement opportunities, and many employers provide scholarships to help you pursue nursing or other health care specialties while you work.

Direct caregiving has traditionally attracted women, but we're seeing exciting growth  - nearly 11% from 2019 to 2024 - among men who also have the courage to care. 

Choose Your Perfect Setting

Caregivers work in diverse environments:

• Assisted living communities
• Nursing facilities
• Memory care communities
• Hospice care
• Adult day care
• Patients' homes

Each environment offers unique rewards and challenges, so you can find the perfect match for your interests and skills.

Flexibility That Fits Your Life

Long-term care offers scheduling options many careers can't match: 4, 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts, with both part-time and full-time positions available. The longer your shift, the fewer days you work each week – perfect for parents, students, or anyone with other commitments.

Your Next Step

With over 31,000 health care job vacancies in Minnesota, employers are actively seeking people like you. If you care about others, value job security, and want work that truly matters, your health care career can start today.

Ready to explore opportunities? Contact staff at a CareerForce location near you to connect with local employers eager to meet you. Your meaningful career in health care is just one application away.