Licensed Practical Nurse

RN / LPN - Evenings–Full-TimeHillcrest Health & Living is looking for compassionate, dependable, and clinically strong Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team at Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages in Papillion, NE.Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages is part of the Hillcrest Country Estates campus and provides skilled nursing, long-term care, and post-acute support in a warm, home-like environment. Our cottage model allows nurses to build strong relationships with residents, families, and team members while providing meaningful, personalized care.At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As an RN or LPN, you will make a meaningful impact every day by delivering high-quality care, supporting resident independence, and helping aging adults feel safe, respected, and cared for.What You'll DoAs an RN or LPN, you will provide clinical nursing care to residents and guests while supporting the daily operations of the nursing team. You will help identify each person's strengths, support independence, and partner with the care team to deliver thoughtful, resident-centered care.Provide safe, compassionate nursing care based on each resident's individualized plan of care.Complete prescribed treatments and ensure medications are administered timely, privately, and according to facility procedures.Use electronic medication administration and clinical documentation systems accurately.Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate concerns promptly to the appropriate team members.Support skin integrity by following skin-care policies, completing skin rounds, and documenting accurately.Complete weekly assessments and other required documentation in a timely, accurate, and concise manner.Review and update care plans as resident needs, conditions, or goals change.Complete admission care plans and support smooth transitions of care.Partner with Nurse Techs, Medication Aides, therapy, providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure care is completed.Attend daily huddles and collaborate with cottage and community team members to support resident needs.Use clinical judgment and tools such as INTERACT to help manage changes in resident condition.Participate in nurse meetings, facility in-services, competencies, and ongoing professional development.Help create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for residents, families, and team members.What We're Looking ForWe are looking for nurses who bring compassion, confidence, and follow-through to every shift. The right candidate will be clinically focused, team-oriented, and committed to helping residents live with dignity, comfort, and independence.Whether you are early in your nursing career or bring years of experience, Hillcrest offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, strengthen your clinical skills, and be part of a team that values quality care.Ideal candidates will have:An active RN or LPN license in Nebraska or a compact state.A strong focus on resident care, safety, and quality outcomes.Excellent communication skills with residents, families, providers, and team members.Ability to stay organized and respond calmly when priorities change.Strong attention to detail with documentation, medication administration, and follow-through.A collaborative, team-first approach to nursing care.Confidence leading and supporting the care team during assigned shifts.Previous long-term care, post-acute, hospital, senior living, or similar experience preferred.Education & CredentialsGraduate of an accredited nursing program required.Active Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license in Nebraska or a compact state required.Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.Why Hillcrest?At Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages, nursing is about more than clinical tasks. It is about building trust, supporting independence, and creating a caring environment where residents feel known and valued.As an RN or LPN, your work matters. You will help residents recover, maintain comfort, regain confidence, and feel supported through every stage of care. From a quick clinical catch to a meaningful family conversation, your impact is felt every day.What Hillcrest OffersMultiple health insurance plan options.Vision, dental, and life insurance.Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment for nurses, certifications, and career-growth programs.Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven senior care organization.Physical & Other RequirementsMust 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, and movement as needed.Must be flexible, calm, and professional in changing or stressful situations.Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.Must be able to utilize technology and clinical resources efficiently and effectively.Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.Other duties as assigned.Ready to Make a Meaningful Difference?If you are an RN or LPN who is ready to build a rewarding nursing career while helping aging adults live their best lives, we invite you to apply for the RN / LPN – Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages role.Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through clinical excellence, compassionate care, and meaningful connection.