Free Nurse Training - Lake Ridge
Cassia·Buffalo, Minnesota
Cassia·Buffalo, Minnesota
Provide compassionate care to older adults while gaining hands-on clinical experience in a senior care environment. Balance professional duties with nursing coursework to earn an industry-recognized credential.
Lake Ridge Care Center, a Cassia community in Buffalo, MN, has a rare and exciting opportunity for students interested in a nursing career! Through partnerships with six colleges, Lake Ridge Care Center offers financial support to help students pursue their nursing education and career goals. If you currently attend—or plan to attend—one of the partner colleges below, we encourage you to explore this unique opportunity.
Earn financial support while gaining valuable hands-on experience at Lake Ridge Care Center. Through Minnesota’s Dual Training Grant program, eligible employees can receive up to $11,000 per year to cover tuition, books, and fees. Join our team, support your education, and build your skills in a mission-driven environment.
Anoka Technical College (LPN Offered) North Hennepin Community College (LPN & RN offered) Ridgewater College (LPN & RN offered) St. Cloud Technical & Community College (LPN & RN offered) Pine Technical and Community College (LPN & RN offered) St. Cloud State University (BSN offered)
Location: 310 Lake Blvd S, Buffalo, MN 55313
Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience.
As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do.
We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers.
To learn more, visit our website: hhttps://www.lakeridgesenior.org/
Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!
#LI-DNI Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
Applicants must be current or incoming nursing students enrolled at one of the specified partner colleges. Candidates should be interested in a healthcare career serving older adults.
Market context
Demand for nursing talent in Minnesota remains steady, especially for roles serving older adults in long-term care and related settings. These opportunities can be competitive because they combine paid on-the-job training, tuition support, and flexible scheduling, while requiring enrollment at a partner college and a clear interest in elder care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your school eligibility and be ready to explain your commitment to serving older adults.
