Geriatric Nursing Assistant

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Geriatric Nursing Assistant – UHC Staffing

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Location: Waldorf, Maryland

Start Date: 08-23-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, includes 30-minute meal break

Hours per Week: 40

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 daily care to geriatric residents, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Assist with mobility, transfers, and positioning to ensure resident safety and comfort
  • Monitor and report changes in residents' health and behavior to the nursing team
  • Support residents during meals and document food and fluid intake
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and dignified environment for every resident
  • Collaborate with nurses and other caregivers to deliver personalized care plans

Qualifications

  • Current Maryland Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification
  • Compassionate, patient, and attentive to residents' needs
  • Ability to work flexible per diem shifts, including mornings
  • Must meet facility vaccination requirements or have an approved exemption
  • Prior experience in long-term care or geriatrics is a plus

Knowledge & Skills

  • Knowledge of resident care techniques and safety protocols
  • Strong communication skills to interact with residents, families, and staff
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced care environment
  • Empathy and emotional resilience when caring for elderly residents
  • Basic documentation and observation skills

Benefits

  • Flexible per diem scheduling that puts you in control
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
  • Gain experience in long-term care and geriatric nursing
  • Referral bonus program for bringing friends along
  • Access to a caring and responsive support team
  • Professional growth opportunities in healthcare

Apply Now

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

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

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