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Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) – UHC Staffing

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Location: Waldorf, MD

Start Date: 09-23-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem overnight shifts, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC, with a 30-minute meal break

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $17.68 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 daily care to geriatric residents, helping them feel safe and respected
  • Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and mobility throughout the overnight hours
  • Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, and report any changes to the nursing team
  • Help residents get comfortable and settled for a restful night's sleep
  • Respond promptly to call lights and resident needs with a calm, reassuring presence
  • Collaborate closely with nurses and fellow caregivers to keep care plans on track
  • Keep resident spaces clean, organized, and welcoming
  • Document care accurately so every shift flows smoothly into the next

Qualifications

  • Active Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification in the state of Maryland
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Prior experience in geriatric or long-term care is a plus, but new GNAs are welcome to apply
  • Must bring a state or federal issued ID to the facility and wear a photo badge at all times
  • Completed original or updated COVID-19 vaccination, or a documented religious or medical exemption from your employer
  • A caring heart, a steady work ethic, and a genuine love for helping older adults
  • Ability to lift, move, and reposition residents safely throughout the shift

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong patient care fundamentals
  • Geriatric care best practices
  • Vital signs monitoring and reporting
  • Effective communication with residents, families, and the care team
  • Attention to detail in documentation
  • Patience, empathy, and a warm bedside manner
  • Time management during overnight shifts
  • Teamwork and dependability

Benefits

  • Flexible per diem scheduling that works around your life
  • Pick up shifts when it suits you, no long-term commitment required
  • Supportive nursing leadership that treats you like part of the team
  • Gain valuable experience in a well-established geriatric care setting
  • Consistent overnight shift availability for night owls
  • A chance to build lasting relationships with residents and staff

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure as a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.

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