Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $16 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 care and support to geriatric residents
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Take and record vital signs and report changes in condition to nursing staff
• Help with safe transfers, mobility assistance, and fall prevention
• Document care accurately and maintain clear communication with the care team
• Create a warm, respectful environment that promotes dignity and independence

Qualifications

• Current GNA certification (required)
• CPR/BLS certification preferred
• Completion of an accredited GNA training program
• Ability to pass required background checks and drug screening
• Reliable transportation to the facility for per diem shifts
• Strong communication skills and a caring bedside manner

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited Geriatric Nursing Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of geriatric care needs and ADLs
• Basic clinical skills: vital signs, documentation, infection control
• Safe patient handling and transfer techniques
• Time management and ability to prioritize resident needs
• Team collaboration and effective communication with nursing staff
• Familiarity with electronic charting systems a plus

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Paid Time Off to recharge and come back energized
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive team environment that truly values compassionate care
• Travel reimbursement and housing support for eligible assignments

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Explore Bowie and the surrounding area on your days off. Enjoy Bowie Town Center shopping and local dining, catch a game or event at Bowie Baysox stadium, or take a scenic stroll at Allen Pond Park. You are also a short drive from Washington, D.C. for museums and nightlife, Annapolis for waterfront dining and sailing, and Baltimore for historic neighborhoods and Inner Harbor attractions. Plenty of weekend getaway options for history buffs, foodies, and outdoor lovers.

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