Location: Cohoes, NY

Contract Type: Travel Contract

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to residents, helping with daily living activities and dignity-preserving tasks
• Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility while encouraging independence whenever possible
• Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report observations to nursing staff
• Support safe transfers and use of assistive devices to reduce fall risk and promote comfort
• Document care accurately and clearly in the facility record, ensuring continuity of care
• Build positive relationships with residents and families to foster trust and a warm atmosphere

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in New York
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Ability to pass background check and meet facility immunization requirements
• Comfortable assisting with transfers, bathing, and other direct resident care duties
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Previous long-term care or per diem experience a plus, but enthusiasm and reliability matter most

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program completion and state certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of basic nursing care techniques and infection control practices
• Skill in safe resident handling and transfer techniques
• Ability to follow care plans and communicate changes to the care team
• Time management and prioritization in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Compassionate bedside manner and strong interpersonal skills
• Basic documentation skills and comfort learning electronic health record systems

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options for travel clinicians to make relocation a breeze
• Supportive team environment where your care and compassion are celebrated
• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance work and life with ease
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off opportunities to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and help with logistics so you can focus on patients
• Professional development and training resources to grow your skills
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates aboard

Travel Perks: Explore Cohoes, NY

Explore Cohoes and the Mohawk Valley during time off. Visit the impressive Cohoes Falls and stroll the Erie Canal locks, enjoy riverside walks along the Mohawk River, and check out historic downtown Cohoes. Quick drives take you to Troy for lively restaurants and boutiques, Albany for museums and theater, and Saratoga Springs for parks and seasonal festivals. Outdoor options include Peebles Island State Park and nearby hiking, making weekends full of discovery.

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