Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem (schedule varies), 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Evening shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $17 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

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Support safe mobility and transfers, using proper body mechanics and assistive devices
• Observe and report changes in residents’ condition to the nursing team promptly
• Provide compassionate, person-centered care that preserves dignity and comfort
• Document care accurately and timely in the resident record
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to follow individualized care plans
• Follow infection control and safety protocols at all times

Qualifications

• Valid Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification required
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required depending on facility policy
• Ability to pass facility background checks and health screenings
• Comfortable working with older adults and supporting diverse care needs
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow established care plans

Education

• GNA certification or equivalent state-approved training
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of basic resident care and ADLs
• Familiarity with safe transfer and lifting techniques
• Ability to take and record basic observations and report changes
• Good documentation skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate bedside manner
• Ability to follow infection control and safety procedures

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance life and work
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options available
• Paid Time Off to recharge and stay refreshed
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career
• Referral bonus program—bring great people and get rewarded
• A supportive team that values YOU and your compassion
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Travel reimbursement and resources for contract staff

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Bowie offers a nice mix of small-town charm and easy access to big-city attractions. Enjoy local green spaces like Allen Pond Park for relaxing walks, catch a Bowie Baysox game at the local stadium, explore the Bowie Railroad Museum and historic downtown, or take quick trips to nearby Annapolis and Washington, D.C. for dining, museums, and weekend adventures.

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