Assisted Living - Personal Care Assistant MA

Hillcrest Health & LIving • Gretna, NE

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused Personal Care Assistant / Med Tech to join our team at Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna. This role is all about helping residents feel safe, supported, and respected while maintaining as much independence and choice as possible. As a Personal Care Assistant / Med Tech, you will provide hands-on personal care, assist with medications, support daily routines, and help create a comfortable, welcoming environment for the residents you serve. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. In this role, you will help bring that mission to life by providing thoughtful care, building meaningful relationships, and supporting each resident’s individual preferences and needs.

Requirements

• A compassionate and respectful approach to resident care.
• A friendly, patient, and approachable personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability and consistent follow-through.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfort with medication administration and documentation.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
• A calm and flexible approach when resident needs change.
• Ability to work independently while remaining part of a collaborative team.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• A genuine interest in helping residents maintain independence and quality of life.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to safely assist residents with personal care, transfers, mobility, and daily needs.
• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, 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 environment.
• Must be able to utilize technology and available resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must follow established medication, infection-control, safety, and care procedures.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience providing personal care in assisted living, memory care, dementia care, or a similar setting preferred.
• Nebraska Medication Aide certification preferred at hire or must be obtained within six months of employment.
• Medication Aide coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications according to established regulations, the five rights of medication administration, and resident preferences.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on their individual plan of care.
• Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and other personal-care needs.
• Obtain and document vital signs and weights as scheduled or ordered.
• Complete required resident 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 as time allows.
• Assist with resident laundry according to established schedules.
• Help maintain clean, comfortable resident rooms and common areas.
• Assist residents with getting to and from activities as needed.
• Provide reminders and support related to meal service.
• Communicate important updates to leadership and incoming or outgoing shifts.
• Respect resident choices, preferences, privacy, dignity, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to keep resident care running smoothly.
• Assist with additional resident-care responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative care team.
• Benefits and insurance options for eligible team members.
• Professional development support, including certifications and career-growth opportunities.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna and Hillcrest Health & Living.

What This Job Offers

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