CNA

Hillcrest Health • Papillion, NE

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for compassionate, dependable, and energetic Nurse Techs (CNAs) to join our team at Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages in Papillion. The Cottages offer a unique, home-like environment where elders are supported in maintaining as much independence, choice, and connection as possible. As a Nurse Tech, you will become part of their daily lives—helping with personal care, encouraging independence, noticing the little things, and building relationships that matter. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. If you are looking for a CNA role where you can truly get to know the people you care for, the Cottages may be the right fit for you.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant course required.
• Active Nebraska CNA certification required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification required or must be obtained within Hillcrest’s established timeframe.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to safely assist elders with activities of daily living, transfers, mobility, and personal care.
• Must be able to perform repetitive standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and movement throughout the shift.
• Must be able to remain flexible and calm when supporting elders, families, and team members.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced care environment.
• Must be able to utilize electronic documentation systems and other healthcare technology.
• Must follow established infection-control, safety, and care procedures.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous CNA, senior living, long-term care, post-acute, assisted living, or similar experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist elders with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
• Help with transfers, repositioning, ambulation, and mobility.
• Encourage elders to safely maintain as much independence as possible.
• Respond promptly to requests for assistance.
• Obtain and document vital signs as directed.
• Observe elders for changes in condition, behavior, comfort, or mobility.
• Communicate changes or concerns promptly to the nurse.
• Assist with meals, snacks, hydration, and other daily needs.
• Support individualized care plans and routines.
• Complete required documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain elder privacy, dignity, safety, and confidentiality.
• Follow infection-control and safe resident-handling procedures.
• Communicate positively with elders, families, nurses, and fellow team members.
• Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and welcoming cottage environment.
• Jump in and help wherever needed to keep the cottage running smoothly.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Multiple shift and scheduling opportunities.
• Multiple health insurance plan options for eligible team members.
• Vision, dental, and life insurance for eligible team members.
• Supportive nursing leadership and collaborative cottage teams.
• Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, certifications, and career-growth opportunities.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED