CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Unknown, CA
Start Date: 03-12-2026
End Date: 03-12-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Thursday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 36
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 compassionate direct patient care, assisting with bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Take and record vital signs accurately and report any changes to nursing staff
- Support safe patient transfers and mobility, using proper body mechanics
- Assist with feeding and nutrition, ensuring dignity and comfort during meals
- Document care activities clearly and promptly in the patient record
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control procedures
- Communicate respectfully with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team
- Observe and report changes in patient condition to licensed nursing staff
Qualifications
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (required)
- State certification or eligibility to work in California
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening as required
- Comfortable with physical aspects of the role (lifting/assisting patients)
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate bedside manner
- Availability to work per-diem shifts and flexibility with scheduling
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent; CNA certification required
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient care fundamentals and activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Accurate vital signs measurement and documentation
- Infection control best practices and PPE use
- Safe patient handling and transfer techniques
- Basic charting and familiarity with electronic medical records or paper charts
- Teamwork, time management, and strong observational skills
Benefits
- Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick the days that work for your life
- Supportive team environment where your work truly matters
- Opportunities for additional shifts and career growth within the organization
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement guidance to keep your credentials current
- Paid time off options available through local policies for eligible staff
- Referral program to earn rewards by bringing great teammates on board
- Access to continued learning and on-the-job training to sharpen your skills
- A workplace that values compassion, respect, and teamwork
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a CNA - 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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