Location: Belen, NM

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem (PRN), 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM (Night/Overnight), days vary (not specified)

Hours per Week: 38

Candidate Pay Rate: $18 per hour

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 and patients
• Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Take and accurately record vital signs and basic observations
• Monitor and report changes in condition to the nursing team
• Support safe transfers, ambulation, and positioning
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents
• Communicate clearly and courteously with residents, families, and staff

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in New Mexico
• Completion of an approved CNA training program
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or obtained upon hire if required by facility
• Ability to pass background checks and health screenings as required
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a state-approved CNA program

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of patient safety, infection control, and basic caregiving procedures
• Comfort with basic charting and documentation
• Ability to safely assist with transfers and mobility
• Good time management and the ability to prioritize patient needs
• Empathy, patience, and strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options for eligible employees
• Paid time off to rest and recharge
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you grow
• 401K retirement savings plan to plan for the future
• Referral bonus program to reward helpful hires
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Travel Perks: Explore Belen, NM

This is a per diem position based in Belen, New Mexico. When you have downtime between shifts, explore local gems like the historic Belen Harvey House Museum, stroll along the Rio Grande, or take a short drive to the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge for outstanding birdwatching. For a bigger-city day trip, Albuquerque is nearby with Old Town, the Sandia Peak Tramway, diverse dining, museums, and seasonal events like the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Outdoor lovers will appreciate hiking in the nearby Manzano and Sandia foothills and easy scenic drives along historic Route 66.

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