The posting
Full-Time Overnight Nurse (RN/LPN) – Hillcrest Rehab Cottage Location: Papillion, NEService Line: Hillcrest Rehab CottageSchedule: Full-Time Overnights | 12-Hour Shifts | 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate, dependable, and clinically strong Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our team at Hillcrest Rehab Cottage in Papillion, NE. Hillcrest Rehab Cottage offers a smaller, relationship-focused care environment where nurses have the opportunity to know the people they care for while delivering high-quality clinical support. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As a Cottage Nurse, you will help bring that mission to life through thoughtful clinical care, strong communication, and a commitment to providing safe, compassionate, person-centered care. What You’ll Do As a Cottage Nurse, you will provide hands-on nursing care while supporting the daily clinical operations of the cottage team. You will:
Provide quality nursing and clinical care to support physical and mental wellbeing. Monitor for changes in condition and communicate concerns promptly. Coordinate care with physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Complete prescribed treatments and ensure medications are administered accurately, timely, and with appropriate privacy. Support fall prevention by investigating falls, identifying contributing factors, and helping implement preventive measures. Follow skin-care standards and ensure preventive measures are in place to help maintain skin integrity. Support admission and transition planning. Complete admission assessments, verify physician orders, and initiate care plans. Review and update individualized plans of care as needs change. Complete required admission care-plan documentation within established timeframes. Train, observe, monitor, and provide retraining as needed to direct-care team members related to medication administration and activities of daily living. Identify and report concerns related to nursing care practices. Support cottage team members in following clinical policies, procedures, and standards. Help monitor special care programs, including incontinence management, turning, restorative care, and meal programs. Implement emergency procedures calmly and effectively. Role model professional behavior and high clinical standards. Participate in nurse meetings, community in-services, annual competencies, and required education. Assist with additional nursing and clinical responsibilities as assigned.
What We’re Looking For We are looking for a nurse who is compassionate, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of clinical care during the overnight hours. The right candidate will be someone who notices the details, communicates clearly, and can confidently use clinical judgment when fewer departments and leaders may be onsite. Ideal candidates will have:
A compassionate and respectful approach to care. Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills. Ability to recognize and respond to changes in condition. Confidence with medication administration, treatments, and care planning. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while knowing when additional support is needed. Comfort providing guidance and support to direct-care team members. Strong attention to detail and documentation. Ability to remain calm and effective during urgent or stressful situations. Dependability and consistent follow-through. A team-first approach and willingness to help wherever needed. A genuine interest in helping aging adults maintain comfort, dignity, and 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. At least one year of nursing experience in long-term care, post-acute care, hospital, or a similar setting preferred.
Why Hillcrest Rehab Cottage? The Cottage environment offers a different kind of nursing experience. You will work within a smaller care setting where you can build meaningful relationships, understand individual routines and needs, and play an important role in maintaining consistent clinical care throughout the overnight hours. This position offers a full-time 12-hour overnight schedule from 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. What Hillcrest Offers
Competitive compensation. Full-time overnight schedule. 12-hour shifts: 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. Multiple health insurance plan options. Vision, dental, and life insurance. Supportive clinical leadership and collaborative cottage teams. 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 a mission-driven senior care organization.
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, standing, bending, reaching, lifting, and movement throughout the shift. Must be able to remain flexible and calm when supporting patients, families, and team members during stressful situations. Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment. Must be able to utilize technology and available resources efficiently and effectively. Must follow established nursing, infection-control, documentation, and safety procedures. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. Other duties as assigned.
Ready to Make a Difference Overnight? If you are an RN or LPN who values strong clinical care, meaningful relationships, and being part of a team others can depend on, we invite you to apply for the Full-Time Overnight Nurse – Hillcrest Rehab Cottage position. Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through compassionate nursing, strong teamwork, and person-centered care.
