Certified Nursing Assistant/Nursing Assistant - Preop/Pacu

The Nebraska Medical Center

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Omaha, NE Until 9/23/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 25, 2026 Last posted July 25, 2026
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:

Second Shift (United States of America)

Shift:

Full-Time

Rotating shifts: 9:00am - 7:30pm and 12:00pm-10:30pm

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!

Certified Nursing Assistant

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.

Nursing Assistant

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

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age required.

• High school education or equivalent required.

• Six months experience in  patient care required or must be enrolled in nursing program.

• 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:

• Direct patient care experience preferred.

• 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.

About this role

Summary

Assist licensed nurses in patient care activities, ensuring quality care and safety.

Job title

Certified Nursing Assistant/Nursing Assistant - Preop/Pacu

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Omaha, NE; role not remote

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Certified Nursing Assistant certificationBasic Life Support certificationeffective communication

Preferred skills

computer data entrymedical terminologypatient care experience

Specializations

patient caremedication administrationmedical terminology
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Omaha, NE, USA

On-site City