Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem (days vary), 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $18 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 to geriatric residents including assistance with activities of daily living
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding in a respectful manner
• Support safe transfers and mobility using proper body mechanics
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions to nursing staff promptly
• Document care accurately and timely to maintain high-quality records
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to enhance resident well-being

Qualifications

• Active GNA certification (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) required
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience in long-term care or geriatrics is a plus
• Current immunizations and TB test per facility policy
• Ability to pass background check and meet facility onboarding requirements
• Strong communication skills and a patient, compassionate attitude

Education

• GNA certification required
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of basic geriatric care principles and senior needs
• Comfortable with ADLs, transfer assistance, and assistive devices
• Basic charting and documentation skills
• Infection control and safe hygiene practices
• Teamwork, dependable attendance, and time management
• Ability to follow care plans and verbal/written instructions

Benefits

• Flexible per-diem scheduling to fit your life
• Opportunities to pick up extra shifts if you want more hours
• Supportive team environment that values compassionate care
• Professional development and on-the-job learning
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement where applicable
• Paid time for required trainings and competency checks
• Referral bonus program to reward great teammates
• A workplace culture focused on resident dignity and teamwork

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Bowie sits close to a lot of easy weekend fun. Enjoy local spots like Allen Pond Park for walking trails and peaceful ponds, catch a Bowie Baysox baseball game at nearby Prince George's Stadium, and explore shops and dining at Bowie Town Center. You’re also a short drive from major attractions: historic Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay for waterfront outings, and Washington, D.C. for museums, monuments, and vibrant dining. Perfect for mixing rewarding work with enjoyable local escapes.

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