CNA
Location: Garrison, North Dakota
Start Date: 03-09-2026
End Date: 06-08-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, rotating schedule with every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday coverage (primarily day shifts); 36 hours/week guaranteed
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $36 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, person-centered care to geriatric residents, helping with activities of daily living
- Assist with safe transfers, mobility support and fall-prevention measures to keep residents secure
- Document resident care accurately using MatrixCare to maintain clear communication
- Collaborate with the DON, charge nurse and interdisciplinary team to follow individualized care plans
- Support unit operations by floating as needed and pitching in during busy periods
- Contribute to a positive resident experience through respectful communication and attention to dignity
Qualifications
- Active CNA/state nurse aide certification eligible for North Dakota submission
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification — required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in long-term care or similar geriatric setting
- Comfortable working 12-hour day shifts and floating between units as needed
- Able to complete a brief unit-specific orientation (2-3 shifts) prior to starting
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- State-approved CNA certification (required)
Knowledge & Skills
- Familiarity with long-term care best practices and geriatric care needs
- Experience charting in MatrixCare or similar EMR systems
- Strong observation and communication skills to report resident changes
- Ability to work within posted CNA ratios (e.g., ~1:8 on days) and maintain safe workflows
- Team-oriented attitude and flexibility to cover every-other-weekend schedules
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to make relocation easy (details provided during interview)
- Medical, dental & vision coverage options to keep you healthy
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both win
- A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions
- Clear orientation (2-3 unit shifts) so you hit the floor confident
- Opportunity to work in a Critical Access Hospital setting with strong community ties
Travel Perks: Explore Garrison, North Dakota
Explore the great outdoors around Garrison — enjoy boating, fishing and wildlife viewing on Lake Sakakawea, visit Fort Stevenson State Park for hiking and scenic views, take in the impressive Garrison Dam, and savor small-town diners and community events on your days off. Weekend drives reveal regional history and wide-open prairie landscapes that refresh the soul.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a CNA? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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