CMA/Personal Care Assistant

Hillcrest Health & Living; Gretna (NE); Hybrid; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during your shift

Evening shift 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna is seeking caring Personal Care Assistants / Med Techs for the evening shift to support residents with dignity and independence. You will work closely with the care team to provide personalized assistance and ensure comfortable evenings.

Ideal candidates offer compassionate care, strong communication, and reliability. Training is available for those without experience, with Nebraska 40-hour Medication Aide certification required for Med Tech duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Active Nebraska 40-hour Medication Aide certification required for Med Tech responsibilities.
• Candidates without Medication Aide certification may be considered for PCA opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on individual plan of care.
• Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and other personal-care needs.
• Administer medications according to established guidelines and resident preferences, if credentialed as a Med Tech.
• Obtain and document vital signs and weights as scheduled or ordered.
• Complete required documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition, behavior, or needs and communicate concerns promptly.
• Provide one-on-one support and companionship.
• Assist with resident laundry and light housekeeping tasks.
• Help residents get to and from activities and dining.
• Support meal service and provide reminders as needed.
• Communicate important updates to nurses and shifts.
• Respect residents’ choices, privacy, dignity, and independence.
• Jump in and help the team wherever needed to keep the evening running smoothly.

Skills

Compassionate care

Friendly personality

Strong communication

Dependability

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Organized

Willing to learn

Independence support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nebraska 40-hour Medication Aide certification

Job description

Evening PCA / Med Tech - Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna

Location: Gretna, NE
Service Line: Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna
Schedule: Evenings | 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Perk: Free meal during your shift

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for energetic, compassionate, and dependable Personal Care Assistants / Med Techs to join our evening team at Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna.

If you enjoy working with people, building real relationships, and being part of a team that knows how to have fun while still getting the job done, this could be a great fit.

Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna is a beautiful senior living community where residents are supported with dignity, choice, and personalized care. As a PCA / Med Tech, you will be part of the evening routine that helps residents feel safe, comfortable, and at home.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. You will help bring that mission to life by providing hands-on care, supporting independence, and making each resident’s evening a little better.

What You’ll Do

As a PCA / Med Tech, you will work closely with residents and other care team members to provide personalized support throughout the evening.

You will:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on their individual plan of care.
• Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and other personal-care needs.
• Administer medications according to established guidelines and resident preferences, if credentialed as a Med Tech.
• Obtain and document vital signs and weights as scheduled or ordered.
• Complete required documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition, behavior, or needs and communicate concerns promptly.
• Provide one-on-one support and companionship.
• Assist with resident laundry and light housekeeping tasks.
• Help residents get to and from activities and dining.
• Support meal service and provide reminders as needed.
• Communicate important updates to nurses and incoming or outgoing shifts.
• Respect each resident’s choices, privacy, dignity, and independence.
• Jump in and help the team wherever needed to keep the evening running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for people who are kind, reliable, and genuinely enjoy working with aging adults.

The right candidate will be someone who can keep a positive attitude, stay calm when things get busy, and understand that the little things matter - remembering a resident’s routine, helping with a favorite sweater, or taking a few extra minutes to listen.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A compassionate and respectful approach to resident care.
• A friendly, upbeat, and approachable personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability and consistent follow-through.
• A team-first mentality.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A willingness to learn and grow.
• A genuine interest in helping residents maintain independence and quality of life.

Education & Credentials

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous senior living, assisted living, memory care, personal care, or healthcare experience preferred, but not required.
• No experience? We will train you.
• For Med Tech responsibilities, an active Nebraska 40-hour Medication Aide certification is required.
• Candidates without Medication Aide certification may still be considered for PCA opportunities.

Why Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna?

Because evenings matter.

This is when residents are enjoying dinner, winding down, finishing activities, and settling in for the night. A great PCA / Med Tech can make the whole evening feel easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

At Hillcrest Highlands, you will work in a modern senior living environment with a team that values relationships, teamwork, and strong resident care.

And yes-you will also receive a free meal during your shift.

What Hillcrest Offers

• Competitive compensation.
• Evening shift: 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
• Free meal during your shift.
• Multiple health insurance plan options for eligible team members.
• Vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Attendance PTO opportunities.
• Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, certifications, and career-growth opportunities.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative care team.
• Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna and Hillcrest Health & Living.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to safely assist residents with personal care, transfers, mobility, and daily needs.
• Must be able to perform repetitive standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and movement throughout the shift.
• Must be flexible and calm when responding to resident concerns or stressful situations.
• Must have strong attention to detail and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced care environment.
• Must be able to utilize technology and available resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must follow established medication, infection-control, safety, and resident-care procedures.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ready to Make Evenings Better?

If you are compassionate, dependable, and ready to be part of a team where your work actually matters, we would love to meet you.

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