Casual CNA (Winter 2026 Cohort)

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

Clarkson College 35% discount

Career advancement opportunities with

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Casual Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for future RN opportunities. You can gain hands-on experience, observe clinical skills, and learn teamwork in real time. There is a mandatory training period, with 12-hour weekend shifts and a 15FTE load; benefits include tuition assistance and a Clarkson College discount.

The role emphasizes patient care under licensed staff, flexible shifts, and opportunities for advancement within Nebraska's top-rated hospital network.

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Teamwork

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 21stMandatory Monday - Thursday orientation/training period for the first weekAbility to work a minimum of 1 shifts every two weeks (shift flexibility)Other requirements as identifiedCheck out our job in a minuteLink to nursing booklet: https://www.nebraskamed.com/sites/default/files/documents/Careers/nursing-student-booklet-031826.pdfLink to nursing booklet webpage: https://www.nebraskamed.com/careers/nursing-bookletShift Details :Days and Nights Available | Casual.15FTE (24 hours per month) | Including 12-hour weekend shifts | some holidays requiredWhy 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.