CNA/NA - 4 Clarkson Med Surg

nebraskamed; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine in Omaha is recruiting for a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the 4 Clarkson Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit as it reopens in December 2026. The role supports bedside nurses on a newly remodeled 45-bed unit, with opportunities across varied adult conditions and high-risk patient monitoring.

The unit offers advanced technology, a new graduate-friendly environment, and potential placement on an alternate Medical Surgical unit during the transition.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 16 years.
• Requires Nebraska CNA certification.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire (AHA endorsed).
• Medication Aide certification or Injectables course may be required after hire (outpatient/department needs).

Skills

Effective communication

Basic Life Support knowledge

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (Nebraska)

Medication Aide certification (optional)

Injectables course (optional)

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

First Shift (United States of America)

Shift Details

Full or Part Time

Days or Nights (0700-1930, 1900-0730)

Join the 4 Clarkson Team – Opening December 2026!

4 Clarkson is a newly remodeled, 45-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit caring for adult patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including sepsis, respiratory illnesses, gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine conditions, and cardiac diseases. Our diverse patient population provides opportunities to build strong clinical judgment, time management, and critical thinking skills while gaining experience across multiple specialties. Designed with innovation in mind, 4 Clarkson features digital door signs, digital whiteboards, virtual nursing support, and virtual patient monitoring for high-risk patients to enhance communication, improve patient safety, and support bedside nurses.

Nurses on 4 Clarkson will gain valuable experience managing titratable drips, chest tubes, high-flow oxygen therapy, and end-of-life care, making it an ideal environment for professional growth and skill development.

While 4 Clarkson prepares to reopen in December 2026, unit leadership will work with successful candidates to secure placement on an alternate Medical Surgical unit. This allows nurses to begin building valuable experience, relationships, and organizational knowledge prior to joining 4 Clarkson. Leadership support and development check-ins will continue throughout this transition to ensure a smooth onboarding experience and continued professional growth.

Position Highlights

• Newly remodeled 45-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit
• Diverse adult patient population with acute and chronic medical conditions
• Experience with titratable drips, chest tubes, high-flow oxygen therapy, and end-of-life care
• Advanced technology including digital door signs, digital whiteboards, virtual nursing support, and virtual patient monitoring
• New graduate-friendly environment with opportunities to start alongside classmates
• Temporary placement on an alternate Medical Surgical unit until December 2026 reopening
• Ongoing leadership support with structured 30/60/90-day development touchpoints
• Collaborative, close-knit team culture focused on growth and success
• Scheduled to reopen in December 2026

Join 4 Clarkson and be part of an innovative, supportive team where technology, compassion, and professional growth come together to deliver exceptional patient 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.