Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Brooklyn Park, MD
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Days to be confirmed, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $20 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, hands-on personal care to older adults
- Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to nursing staff
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents
- Support mealtime assistance and ensure dietary needs are met
- Document care accurately and communicate effectively with the care team and families
- Encourage social engagement and meaningful activities to enhance quality of life
Qualifications
- Valid Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification (required)
- Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to pass background check and meet facility immunization requirements
- Comfortable assisting with physical tasks and transferring residents as needed
- Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
- Previous long-term care or geriatric experience preferred but new grads with GNA certification are welcome
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- GNA certification (required)
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of basic geriatric care principles and infection control
- Skill in safe resident transfers and toileting assistance
- Ability to follow care plans and document observations clearly
- Compassionate bedside manner and patience with memory-impaired residents
- Basic vital sign measurement and reporting
- Teamwork, time management, and multitasking in a busy care setting
Benefits
- Supportive team environment where your care and compassion are celebrated
- Flexible per diem scheduling to help you balance life and work
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options available
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you grow
- Paid time off opportunities to recharge when you need it
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people aboard
- Professional development and ongoing training to sharpen your skills
- A workplace that values respect, dignity, and person-centered care
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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