Care Assistant Jobs in Nebraska
Care Assistant jobs in Nebraska are in steady demand, concentrated in long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home health agencies, with openings for candidates at every level from first-time caregivers to experienced leads. The heaviest hiring is in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island, where established employers such as BryanLGH Medical Center, Good Samaritan Society, and Nebraska Methodist Health System maintain consistent openings. Memory care support, personal care attendant work, and hospice assistance are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.
Facility: Gss Ne Hastings Perkins Pav
Location: Hastings, NE
Address: 300 S 1st Ave, Hastings, NE 68901, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Rotating Shifts
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 24.00
Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.50
Department Details
Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.
At Good Samaritan Hastings Village, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!
What’s in it for you:
- Generous night and weekend shift differentials
- Advancement opportunities
- Various education assistance programs
- Continuing education
- Direct access to your earnings daily
- Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)
Shift Details
PT – 24 hours week; Day and Evening shifts
Every other weekend and rotating holiday
Job Summary
The Food Service Assistant is responsible for certain duties including, but not limited to, monitoring and recording proper temperature of food, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, preparing and serving food items, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, receiving payment for food and beverages using a computerized register and other related responsibilities. Complies with Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines for food service. Provides outstanding customer service and effectively communicates with patrons and co-workers. Demonstrates ability to establish effective working relationships.
Maintains quality control standards. May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, grills, beverage machines, toasters, ice cream dispensers, cash registers, computerized cash registers, steam equipment, dishwashers, telephones, refrigerators and freezers. Preferably, displays experience working in the food industry.
Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances.
Qualifications
Minimum of 16 years of age. Previous customer service experience, retail counting and reconciliation of money and knowledge of food service preferred. Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. On-the-job training will be provided.
Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame. Basic Life Support (BLS)may be required depending upon location requirements.
Benefits
Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0279103
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No
Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.
Facility: Gss Ne Hastings Perkins Pav
Location: Hastings, NE
Address: 300 S 1st Ave, Hastings, NE 68901, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Rotating Shifts
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 24.00
Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.50
Department Details
Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.
At Good Samaritan Hastings Village, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!
What’s in it for you:
- Generous night and weekend shift differentials
- Advancement opportunities
- Various education assistance programs
- Continuing education
- Direct access to your earnings daily
- Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)
Shift Details
PT – 24 hours week; Day and Evening shifts
Every other weekend and rotating holiday
Job Summary
The Food Service Assistant is responsible for certain duties including, but not limited to, monitoring and recording proper temperature of food, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, preparing and serving food items, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, receiving payment for food and beverages using a computerized register and other related responsibilities. Complies with Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines for food service. Provides outstanding customer service and effectively communicates with patrons and co-workers. Demonstrates ability to establish effective working relationships.
Maintains quality control standards. May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, grills, beverage machines, toasters, ice cream dispensers, cash registers, computerized cash registers, steam equipment, dishwashers, telephones, refrigerators and freezers. Preferably, displays experience working in the food industry.
Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances.
Qualifications
Minimum of 16 years of age. Previous customer service experience, retail counting and reconciliation of money and knowledge of food service preferred. Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. On-the-job training will be provided.
Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame. Basic Life Support (BLS)may be required depending upon location requirements.
Benefits
Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0279103
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No
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Where Nebraska roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Care Assistant Job Market in Nebraska
A snapshot from current Nebraska openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Good Samaritan12
- Hillcrest Health & Living4
- Right At Home2
- Integrity Care2I
- Eventide1
What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Nebraska.
- Current Certified Nurse Aide registration with the Nebraska Health Care Association or recognized Nebraska CNA registry
- Prior experience providing personal care or daily living assistance in a home or facility setting
- Valid CPR and first aid certification from an accredited program
- Ability to pass a Nebraska state background check and adult abuse registry clearance
- Reliable transportation or valid Nebraska driver's license for community-based positions
- Strong verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to follow care plans accurately
Care Assistant Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care assistant in Nebraska?
Most care assistant roles in Nebraska require completion of a state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program, followed by passing the Nebraska Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation and registering with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Nurse Aide Registry. Programs are offered at community colleges such as Central Community College and Southeast Community College, as well as through many long-term care employers who sponsor on-the-job training for new hires.
Which companies hire care assistants in Nebraska?
Employers hiring care assistants in Nebraska right now include Good Samaritan, Hillcrest Health & Living, and Right At Home, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Nebraska's large network of Good Samaritan Society campuses, rural critical access hospitals, and home health agencies tied to major health systems means consistent openings spread well beyond Omaha and Lincoln.
Which Nebraska cities have the most care assistant jobs?
Omaha, Lincoln, and Atkinson have the most care assistant openings in Nebraska. Omaha leads because of its dense concentration of health systems, assisted living communities, and home health agencies, while Lincoln's opening volume reflects the University of Nebraska Medical Center presence and state government-affiliated care programs, and smaller markets like Grand Island draw volume from regional medical centers serving the broader Platte River corridor.
Are there remote care assistant jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, but they're rare. Care assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring in-person assistance with daily living, mobility, and personal care. About 13% of care assistant openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, scheduling support, or telehealth intake roles rather than direct personal care duties.
How can I get hired as a care assistant in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to long-term care facilities or home health agencies that sponsor paid CNA training, since Nebraska employers including Good Samaritan Society and Nebraska Methodist Health System regularly hire candidates without prior care experience and cover training costs. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as food service, childcare, or housekeeping in a facility setting are frequently considered, and completing a short first-aid or CPR course before applying gives a meaningful edge in the screening process.
Where can I find and apply to care assistant jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to care assistant jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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