CMA/Personal Care Assistant

Hillcrest Health•Gretna, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for energetic, compassionate, and dependable Personal Care Assistants / Med Techs to join our evening team at Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna. This role is crucial in ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and at home during the evening hours. The mission at Hillcrest is to inspire people to live their best lives, and this position directly contributes to that by providing hands-on care, supporting independence, and enhancing the evening experience for each resident.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
Must be able to safely assist residents with personal care, transfers, mobility, and daily needs.
Must be able to perform repetitive standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and movement throughout the shift.
Must be flexible and calm when responding to resident concerns or stressful situations.
Must have strong attention to detail and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced care environment.
Must be able to utilize technology and available resources efficiently and effectively.
Must follow established medication, infection-control, safety, and resident-care procedures.
For Med Tech responsibilities, an active Nebraska 40-hour Medication Aide certification is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous senior living, assisted living, memory care, personal care, or healthcare experience preferred, but not required.
Candidates without Medication Aide certification may still be considered for PCA opportunities.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living based on their individual plan of care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
Administer medications according to established guidelines and resident preferences, if credentialed as a Med Tech.
Obtain and document vital signs and weights as scheduled or ordered.
Complete required documentation in the electronic medical record.
Monitor residents for changes in condition, behavior, or needs and communicate concerns promptly.
Provide one-on-one support and companionship.
Assist with resident laundry and light housekeeping tasks.
Help residents get to and from activities and dining.
Support meal service and provide reminders as needed.
Communicate important updates to nurses and incoming or outgoing shifts.
Respect each resident’s choices, privacy, dignity, and independence.
Assist the team wherever needed to ensure the evening runs smoothly.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Evening shift: 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Free meal during your shift.
Multiple health insurance plan options for eligible team members.
Vision, dental, and life insurance.
Attendance PTO opportunities.
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.
Supportive leadership and a collaborative care team.
Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna and Hillcrest Health & Living.