Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Gettysburg, PA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (days vary; schedule to be confirmed)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $23 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 hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living to keep residents comfortable and dignified
- Assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, and mobility while following safe patient handling practices
- Take and record vital signs and report any concerning changes promptly to the nursing team
- Support residents with feeding and hydration, observing intake and reporting concerns
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care in the resident chart or electronic medical record
- Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean, safe environment for residents
- Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to ensure resident-centered care
Qualifications
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification — required
- Active or eligible to hold Pennsylvania CNA credential
- Previous CNA or direct patient care experience preferred but new grads with a solid clinical background are welcome
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or obtain upon hire
- Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and facility onboarding requirements
- Strong communication skills and a caring, patient-centered attitude
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited CNA program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in activities of daily living (ADLs) and safe resident transfers
- Basic assessment skills, including taking and documenting vital signs
- Knowledge of infection prevention, hand hygiene, and PPE use
- Comfortable with charting and basic electronic medical record (EMR) entries
- Good interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow care plans and nursing direction
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match to help you plan ahead
- Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
- Paid time off so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and share the success
- A supportive team that values you, your safety, and your work-life balance
Travel Perks: Explore Gettysburg, PA
This is a travel contract opportunity in historic Gettysburg. When you're off shift, explore Gettysburg National Military Park and Visitor Center, walk the battlefield and national cemetery, and dive into local history at the museums. Enjoy the charming downtown with unique shops and local restaurants, take a guided trolley or walking tour, or visit the nearby Eisenhower National Historic Site. For weekend escapes, you’re a reasonable drive from Lancaster’s countryside and Hershey’s attractions. Wineries, breweries, scenic drives, and hiking trails around Adams County make for great downtime adventures.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified 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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