Nurse Tech

Hillcrest Health & Living; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet

Tuition reimbursement

Certification support

Gym membership reimbursement

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Benefits for full-time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a compassionate Nurse Tech (CNA) for a full-time day shift at Hillcrest Firethorn in Lincoln, NE. You’ll work with nurses, Med Techs, and care teams to deliver personalized care to residents in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on daily living assistance, vital signs, documentation, and teamwork. CNA certification in Nebraska and CPR/BSLS are required, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in Nebraska is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification required or willingness to obtain.
• Previous experience caring for aging adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests and residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, toileting and activities of daily living.
• Encourage independence and assist residents to do as much as safely possible.
• Respond to call lights and resident needs promptly and compassionately.
• Help with transfers, positioning, ambulation, and wheelchair transportation per care plans.
• Obtain and record vital signs as directed.
• Observe changes and communicate concerns to the nurse.
• Assist with snacks, hydration and dining needs as appropriate.
• Maintain clean, comfortable resident-care areas and follow safety procedures.

Skills

CNA certification Nebraska

Patient care

Team collaboration

Electronic documentation

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/Basic Life Support

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Full-Time Days Nurse Tech (CNA) - Hillcrest Firethorn

Location: Lincoln, NE
Service Line: Hillcrest Firethorn
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Looking for a full-time CNA opportunity on days where you can make a difference, build meaningful relationships, and be part of a team that values the care you provide?

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate and dependable Nurse Tech (CNA) to join our full-time day-shift nursing team at Hillcrest Firethorn in Lincoln.

As a Nurse Tech, you’ll be one of the people our guests and residents rely on most. From helping someone get comfortable for the night to responding when they need assistance or recognizing an important change in their condition, the care you provide matters.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. You’ll help bring that mission to life by providing hands‑on care that helps each person feel safe, respected, comfortable, and cared for throughout the night.

What You’ll Do

As a Nurse Tech (CNA), you’ll work alongside nurses, Med Techs, and other team members to provide personalized care throughout the night.

You will:

• Assist guests and residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, toileting, and other activities of daily living.
• Encourage independence by helping each person do as much as safely possible for themselves.
• Respond to call lights and resident needs promptly and compassionately.
• Assist with transfers, positioning, ambulation, and wheelchair transportation according to individualized care plans.
• Obtain and record vital signs as directed.
• Observe for physical, behavioral, or emotional changes and promptly communicate concerns to the nurse.
• Assist with snacks, hydration, and other dining needs as appropriate.
• Help guests and residents settle in comfortably and maintain a calm, safe environment throughout the night.
• Change linens and help maintain clean, comfortable resident-care areas.
• Follow individualized care plans and established safety and clinical procedures.
• Complete required care documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate refusals of care, abnormal vital signs, and other concerns to the nurse.
• Follow infection‑control, safety, and resident‑handling procedures.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, Med Techs, therapy, culinary, and other team members to provide excellent care.
• Build positive relationships with guests, residents, families, and coworkers through kindness, patience, and respect.

What We’re Looking For

Great Nurse Techs do more than complete a list of tasks. They notice the little things, recognize when something has changed, and understand how much kindness and dignity matter when caring for another person.

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, compassionate, and comfortable working as part of a team while providing hands‑on care to aging adults.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in Nebraska.
• Genuinely enjoy caring for and supporting aging adults.
• Are dependable and take pride in being someone residents and teammates can count on.
• Communicate well with residents, families, nurses, and other team members.
• Can recognize and quickly communicate changes in a resident’s condition.
• Bring patience, compassion, and respect to personal care.
• Can balance multiple resident needs while continuing to provide quality care.
• Stay calm and professional in a busy or changing environment.
• Are comfortable using electronic documentation and healthcare technology.
• Bring a positive, team‑first attitude to every shift.

Previous experience as a CNA, Nurse Tech, nursing assistant, caregiver, or other direct‑care role is preferred. Experience in skilled nursing, post‑acute rehabilitation, long‑term care, assisted living, or a hospital setting is also a plus.

Education & Credentials

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in Nebraska required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification required or willingness to obtain within the required timeframe.
• Previous experience providing personal care to aging adults preferred.

Why Hillcrest Firethorn?

Your work matters- especially when the rest of the world is sleeping.

Our night‑shift Nurse Techs play an essential role in helping guests and residents feel safe, comfortable, and supported. Sometimes that means responding quickly to a call light. Sometimes it’s recognizing that someone just doesn’t seem like themselves. And sometimes it’s simply taking an extra moment to offer reassurance when someone needs it most.

As a full-time member of our day team, you’ll have the opportunity to really get to know the people you care for, understand their routines and preferences, and become a familiar and trusted part of their care.

You’ll work alongside nurses and other care team members while gaining valuable hands‑on healthcare experience in both post‑acute rehabilitation and long‑term care.

If you’re looking for a consistent day‑time night schedule, enjoy caring for others, and want to continue learning and growing in healthcare, Hillcrest Firethorn could be a great place to build your career.

What Hillcrest Offers

• Day‑time shift schedule.
• Competitive compensation.
• Supportive nursing leadership and a collaborative care team.
• Benefits available to eligible full‑time team members.
• Dayforce Wallet, giving eligible team members more flexibility in when they get paid.
• Professional development and career‑growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and certification support for eligible team members.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities to build valuable hands‑on healthcare experience.
• Opportunities to grow your career within Hillcrest Health & Living.

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, reaching, lifting, and movement as needed.
• Must be able to safely assist guests and residents with transfers, ambulation, mobility, and personal care.
• Must be flexible, calm, and professional when working with guests, residents, or families in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology, electronic documentation systems, and clinical resources efficiently and effectively.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ready to Make a Difference on Nights?

If you’re a CNA looking for a full‑time night‑shift opportunity where you can build relationships, grow your healthcare career, and know that the care you provide matters, we’d love to meet you.