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Hillcrest Health & LIving • Gretna, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking compassionate and dependable Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) for their locations in Bellevue, Gretna, and Papillion, NE. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about caring for older adults and wish to begin or advance a career in healthcare. As a PCA, you will provide direct support, foster meaningful relationships with residents, and contribute to a safe, comfortable, and respectful living environment. Hillcrest's mission is to inspire people to live their best lives, and PCAs play a crucial role in this by assisting residents with daily routines, personal care, comfort, dignity, and social connection. A unique aspect of this opportunity is the free Medication Aide training offered to eligible PCAs after 90 days of employment, providing a clear career path for growth within the organization.

Requirements

• 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 changing or stressful 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.
• Compassionate, dependable, and ready to provide respectful hands-on support in a senior care environment.
• Patient, observant, team-focused, and committed to helping residents maintain comfort, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
• A heart for working with older adults and supporting daily care needs.
• A compassionate, dependable, and respectful approach to care.
• Strong communication skills with residents, families, nurses, and team members.
• Ability to notice changes in resident condition and report concerns promptly.
• Strong attention to detail with care, safety, documentation, and follow-through.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• A team-first mindset and willingness to support others throughout the shift.
• Interest in growing into a Medication Aide role through Hillcrest’s free training opportunity.
• Comfort using technology and care resources efficiently and effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Dementia care, senior living, home care, or a similar setting preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous Assisted Living, Memory Care, Dementia care, senior living, or personal care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on individual needs, preferences, and service agreements.
• Support residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, mobility, toileting, adaptive devices, and other personal care needs.
• Assist with meals and dining, including helping residents get to and from meals and ensuring residents are accounted for.
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and respectful support throughout daily routines.
• Observe residents for changes in condition, behavior, needs, or concerns and communicate promptly with the nurse and care team.
• Support residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care with patience, compassion, and dignity.
• Engage residents in daily activities, scheduled programming, and meaningful moments throughout the day.
• Assist with resident laundry, linens, clothing, and personal care supplies.
• Help maintain clean, safe, and comfortable resident spaces by removing trash, making beds, organizing, vacuuming, and completing assigned cleaning tasks.
• Communicate resident updates and concerns with nurses, PCAs, Medication Aides, and oncoming/offgoing shifts.
• Follow infection-control practices, safety standards, and Hillcrest policies and procedures.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, nurses, and team members.
• Assist with medication administration according to physician orders, care plans, and facility procedures (for Medication Aides).
• Follow the five rights of medication administration (for Medication Aides).
• Take vital signs as ordered and report out-of-range results (for Medication Aides).
• Document medication assistance, care provided, refusals, and resident changes accurately (for Medication Aides).
• Support residents with additional health-maintenance activities under appropriate nursing oversight (for Medication Aides).

Benefits

• Free Medication Aide training opportunity for eligible team members after 90 days of employment.
• Multiple health insurance plan options.
• Vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Attendance PTO opportunities.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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