Certified Nursing Assistant
- CNA certification
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Nebraska post a median of $21.38 an hour, the middle half $20–$21.78, across 54 jobs that state their pay. Certified nursing assistants employed in Nebraska earn a median of $19.23 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Multiple Hillcrest Locations
Location: Bellevue, Papillion, Millard, Gretna, and Omaha, NEService Line: Hillcrest Health & LivingSchedule: Full-Time and Part-Time | Days, Evenings, and Overnights Available
Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our teams across the Omaha metro area.
With opportunities in Bellevue, Papillion, Millard, and Omaha, you can find a role and community that fits your schedule, interests, and career goals. Hillcrest offers a wide range of senior care environments, including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living, memory support, and long-term care.
At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As a CNA, you will make a meaningful difference every day by helping residents feel comfortable, respected, supported, and cared for.
What You’ll Do
As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will provide hands-on care and support that helps residents maintain dignity, independence, comfort, and quality of life.
You will:
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, hygiene, mobility, and toileting.
Provide thoughtful, respectful support based on each resident’s individual needs and preferences.
Help residents feel comfortable, safe, and connected throughout their day.
Observe changes in resident condition and communicate concerns promptly to the nursing team.
Assist with meals, hydration, mobility, transfers, and other daily care needs.
Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members.
Support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Follow resident care plans, infection-control practices, and Hillcrest policies and procedures.
Work closely with nurses and the broader care team to provide exceptional resident-centered care.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for CNAs who bring compassion, reliability, and a heart for serving older adults.
Whether you are newly certified or an experienced caregiver, this is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships while making a real difference in the lives of residents and families.
Ideal candidates will have:
An active Nebraska CNA license or the ability to transfer an active Iowa CNA license.
Direct patient care, senior living, healthcare, or caregiving experience preferred, but not required.
A dedication to enhancing the daily lives of aging adults.
A compassionate, respectful, and responsible approach to resident care.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while staying attentive to resident needs.
A dependable, positive, and team-first mindset.
Why Hillcrest?
Hillcrest is one of the region’s largest and most diverse senior care organizations, offering a variety of opportunities to grow your skills and build a meaningful career. You will have the chance to work alongside supportive teammates while helping residents live with dignity, comfort, and connection.
As a CNA, you are not just helping with daily care. You are helping create moments of confidence, comfort, companionship, and joy.
What Hillcrest Offers
Multiple health insurance plan options.
Vision, dental, and life insurance.
Attendance PTO opportunities.
Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment for nurses, certifications, and career-growth programs.
Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
Opportunities to explore programs such as weekend work options and support for advancing into nursing or Medication Aide roles.
Physical & Other 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.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
Other duties as assigned.
Ready to Make a Meaningful Difference?
If you are compassionate, dependable, and ready to build a career helping aging adults live their best lives, we invite you to apply for the Certified Nursing Assistant – Multiple Hillcrest Locations role.
Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through meaningful relationships, exceptional care, and compassionate support.
From Hillcrest Health & Living's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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