Casual CNA (Winter 2026 Cohort)

nebraskamed; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

Clarkson College discount 35%

Career advancement opportunities with/

Educational cost coverage for training

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Casual Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support inpatient units after a mandatory training period. Start dates December 14th or 21st, with Monday-Thursday orientation and at least one shift every two weeks.

This entry offers exposure to experienced RNs and hands-on patient care in a top-rated hospital. Shift details include casual days and nights, .15FTE (24 hours per month) with weekend shifts and some holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification in Nebraska required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire from an AHA-endorsed program.
• Medication Aide certification and Injectables course may be required after hire in outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certification in Nebraska

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

Casual Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Future RNs - get your foot in the door at Nebraska's top rated hospital. You can gain hands on experience, gain confidence, learn from experienced RNs and observe clinical skills, critical thinking, and teamwork in real time. After a mandatory training period, we offer flexibility in this role. Most in-patient units available. Open to CNA certified students within the Metro Area Academic Institutions.

**Please only apply to this position if you can meet the following requirements:

• Start date December 14th or 21st
• Mandatory Monday - Thursday orientation/training period for the first week
• Ability to work a minimum of 1 shifts every two weeks (shift flexibility)
• Other requirements as identified

Link to nursing booklet: https://www.nebraskamed.com/sites/default/files/documents/Careers/nursing-student-booklet-031826.pdf

Link to nursing booklet webpage: https://www.nebraskamed.com/careers/nursing-booklet

Shift Details:

Days and Nights Available | Casual

.15FTE (24 hours per month) | Including 12-hour weekend shifts | some holidays required

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network: Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support: Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care.

Required Qualifications:

• • Minimum of 16 years of age required.
• • Possesses a Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Nebraska required.
• • Demonstrated effective communication skills required.
• • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).
• •Based on department need, Medication Aide certification and completion of an Injectables course may be required after hire in outpatient settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred.
• • Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.