Assisted Living - Personal Care Assistant MA

Hillcrest Health & LIving • Gretna, NE

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and service-focused Personal Care Assistant / Med Tech for Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna, a senior living community in Gretna, Nebraska. The role provides quality personal care, medication support, and daily living assistance while honoring residents’ preferences, routines, individual needs, and Resident Service Agreements. The position works closely with residents, nurses, and other team members to encourage independence, maintain dignity, and support residents’ comfort, safety, and quality of life.

This is a full-time day position scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Duties combine medication administration, hands-on personal care, vital-sign monitoring, documentation, laundry, activity support, and assistance with daily living. The role requires accurate use of medication and electronic documentation systems, effective communication about resident changes or concerns, and a collaborative approach to supporting residents and the community.

Requirements

• 40-hour Nebraska Medication Aide certification 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, reaching, lifting, and movement as needed.
• Must be able to safely assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to use medication systems, electronic documentation systems, technology, and available resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must be flexible and calm when working with residents, families, or team members during stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Med Tech, Personal Care Assistant, caregiver, CNA, Nurse Tech, or in a similar direct-care role.
• Experience working with aging adults in assisted living, memory support, senior living, long-term care, or a similar setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medication Aide coursework.
• Previous experience providing personal care to aging adults in assisted living or memory support.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to personal care.
• Strong attention to detail with medication administration, vital signs, and documentation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with residents, families, nurses, and team members.
• Ability to recognize and promptly communicate changes in a resident’s condition or behavior.
• Ability to encourage independence while providing appropriate support.
• Dependability and consistent follow-through.
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple resident needs.
• Calm, flexible, and professional approach in stressful or changing situations.
• Comfort using electronic documentation and medication systems.
• Team-focused attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete medication passes according to established regulations, the five rights of medication administration, and resident preferences.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living according to their individualized plans of care.
• Support residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, mobility, and other personal-care needs.
• Obtain and document vital signs, including weights, as scheduled or ordered.
• Complete monthly resident summaries as required.
• Monitor residents and communicate changes, concerns, or needs to the appropriate clinical leader.
• Complete resident documentation accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with resident laundry according to established schedules.
• Spend meaningful one-on-one time with residents as needs and schedules allow.
• Communicate resident concerns and needs to the Director of Assisted Living and incoming or outgoing team members.
• Assist with general cleaning, including removing trash, making beds, organizing, and vacuuming as needed.
• Help residents get to and from scheduled activities when time allows.
• Monitor meal service and provide reminders or assistance to residents as needed.
• Build positive relationships with residents through compassionate, respectful, and dependable care.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and community team members to support a positive resident experience.
• Assist with additional resident-care and community responsibilities as assigned.

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 employees to choose when they get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven senior care organization.
• Competitive compensation.
• Supportive nursing leadership and a collaborative community team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed