The posting
Full-Time Day Nurse (RN/LPN) – Hillcrest Shadow Lake Location: Papillion, NEService Line: Hillcrest Shadow LakeSchedule: Full-Time Days | 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Every Other Weekend Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate, dependable, and clinically strong Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our day team at Hillcrest Shadow Lake in Papillion, NE. Hillcrest Shadow Lake provides a welcoming senior living environment where residents receive personalized support while maintaining as much independence, choice, and connection as possible. As a nurse, you will play an important role in helping residents remain safe, comfortable, and supported throughout the day. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As a Nurse at Hillcrest Shadow Lake, you will help bring that mission to life through thoughtful clinical care, strong communication, and dependable leadership. What You’ll Do As a Nurse, you will provide hands-on clinical care while supporting residents and the care team throughout the day. You will:
Provide quality nursing and clinical care based on each resident’s individual needs. Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate concerns promptly. Coordinate care with physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed. Administer medications accurately and on time. Complete prescribed treatments and other nursing interventions. Support fall prevention and respond appropriately to incidents or changes in condition. Follow skin-care and pressure-injury prevention standards. Complete required assessments and nursing documentation accurately and timely. Review and follow individualized plans of care. Provide direction and support to Nurse Techs and other direct-care team members. Respond calmly and effectively to urgent or emergency situations. Communicate important updates during shift transitions. Maintain resident privacy, dignity, safety, and confidentiality. Follow infection-control, medication-management, and clinical safety procedures. Help maintain a safe, supportive, and organized care environment. Assist with additional nursing and clinical responsibilities as assigned.
What We’re Looking For We are looking for a nurse who is compassionate, confident, and comfortable taking ownership of clinical care. The right candidate will be someone who notices the details, uses strong clinical judgment, and communicates clearly with residents, families, and team members. You should be comfortable providing both direct care and leadership support throughout the shift. Ideal candidates will have:
A compassionate and respectful approach to resident care. Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills. Ability to recognize and respond to changes in condition. Confidence with medication administration and treatments. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to provide leadership and direction to direct-care team members. Strong attention to documentation and follow-through. Ability to remain calm and effective during urgent situations. Dependability and strong attendance. A team-first approach and willingness to help wherever needed. A genuine interest in supporting aging adults and their quality of life.
Education & Credentials
Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Current Nebraska or compact-state RN or LPN license required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Previous nursing experience in senior living, assisted living, long-term care, post-acute care, hospital, or a similar setting preferred.
Why Hillcrest Shadow Lake? Day shift is an important part of keeping resident care organized, responsive, and consistent. You may be coordinating with providers, completing treatments, supporting medications, responding to changes in condition, or helping the care team work through the day’s priorities. At Hillcrest Shadow Lake, you will be part of a team that values communication, clinical judgment, and dependable teamwork. This position offers a full-time day schedule from 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., with an every-other-weekend rotation. What Hillcrest Offers
Competitive compensation. Full-time day schedule: 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Every other weekend rotation. Multiple health insurance plan options. Vision, dental, and life insurance. Supportive clinical leadership and a collaborative care team. 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. Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Health & Living.
Physical & Other Requirements
Must be able to speak, read, and write English. Must be able to safely assist residents with care needs, transfers, and mobility as needed. Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and movement throughout the shift. Must be able to remain flexible and calm when supporting residents, families, and team members during stressful situations. Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced care environment. Must be able to utilize electronic documentation systems and other healthcare technology. Must follow established nursing, infection-control, medication, documentation, and safety procedures. Must be available to work an every-other-weekend rotation. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. Other duties as assigned.
Ready to Make a Difference During the Day? If you are an RN or LPN who is dependable, clinically strong, and enjoys being part of a collaborative care team, we invite you to apply for the Full-Time Day Nurse – Hillcrest Shadow Lake position. Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through compassionate nursing, strong clinical judgment, and dependable teamwork.
