Nurse Tech FT E

Hillcrest Health & LIving • Papillion, NE

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for compassionate, dependable, and self-directed Nurse Techs to join our team at Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages in Papillion, NE. Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages provides skilled nursing, long-term care, and post-acute support in a warm, home-like environment. Our cottage model allows team members to build strong relationships with residents, guests, families, and coworkers while providing meaningful, personalized care. As a Nurse Tech, you will support the mission of inspiring people to live their best lives by providing direct care, observing changes in guest condition, communicating with the nursing team, and helping create a positive experience for every resident and guest.

Requirements

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Nebraska required.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, walking, and movement as needed.
• Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful or changing situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology and care resources efficiently and effectively.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with older adults and providing personal care services in long-term care, post-acute care, hospital, senior living, or a similar setting preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Medication Aide certification preferred, or willingness to obtain if applicable.
• Previous skilled nursing, post-acute, long-term care, hospital, or senior living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care to assigned guests and residents according to their care plans.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, undressing, hygiene care, perineal care, foley or ostomy bag emptying, and barrier ointment application.
• Complete and record blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight according to facility standards or direction from the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist guests and residents with ordering, receiving, setting up, and eating meals in a comfortable dining environment.
• Complete all care according to the guest or resident care plan.
• Carry pagers and answer call signals timely and professionally to determine and meet guest needs.
• Observe guests and residents for changes in condition, behavior, or needs and report concerns promptly to the nurse.
• Develop positive rapport with guests, residents, and families to support an outstanding experience.
• Work with the nurse on new transitions to ensure rooms are ready with needed equipment, fresh water, and other supplies.
• Write therapy schedules on guest whiteboards to support meal planning and daily routines.
• Complete transfers by reviewing the appropriate mobility program selected for each guest.
• Perform medication tech duties when credentialed and required to pass medications.
• Communicate clearly with nurses, therapy, families, and team members to support safe and consistent care.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and supportive care environment.

Benefits

• Multiple health insurance plan options.
• Vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, certifications, and career-growth programs.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven senior care organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED