Location: Albuquerque, NM

Start Date: 02-25-2026

End Date: 05-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $19 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

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting with dignity and respect
• Take and accurately record vital signs and monitor resident condition; promptly report changes to nursing staff
• Provide compassionate emotional support and build trusting relationships with residents and families
• Maintain clear, timely documentation in charts and care logs to ensure continuity of care
• Follow infection control, safety protocols, and facility procedures to protect residents and staff
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to support individualized care plans
• Support safe transfers and mobility, using proper body mechanics and assistive devices

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification (or equivalent) in New Mexico, or ability to obtain/transfer state certification
• Active listing on the New Mexico CNA registry or eligibility to enroll
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required
• Preferably 1+ year of direct patient care experience in long-term care or rehab settings
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen as required by facility
• Up-to-date immunizations and TB screening per facility policy

Education

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited CNA training program

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in assisting with ADLs and resident personal care
• Knowledge of basic infection control practices and safety procedures
• Comfortable with taking and documenting vital signs and observations
• Strong communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and team members
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time during long shifts, and remain calm under pressure
• Team-player attitude and respectful bedside manner

Benefits

• Housing assistance to help make your travel stay comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Paid time off to rest and recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required documents
• Travel support and reimbursement for assignment-related expenses
• A supportive team that values your contributions and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque is a great home base between desert beauty and mountain adventures. Explore Old Town Albuquerque with its shops, galleries, and historic plaza; ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for spectacular views and hiking; visit Petroglyph National Monument for a unique outdoor history lesson; stroll the Rio Grande bosque trails for birdwatching and peaceful walks; enjoy local New Mexican cuisine (green chile is a must); and take weekend trips to nearby Santa Fe for art, culture, and more mountain scenery. Hot air ballooning opportunities and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (annual event) are local highlights for visitors.

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