Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Days: As scheduled (per diem), 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (night 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, ensuring dignity and comfort
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, and mobility
• Monitor and record vital signs and observe changes in condition, reporting concerns promptly
• Document care accurately and timely in the facility’s charting system
• Support nursing staff during admissions, transfers, and daily routines
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and follow infection prevention protocols
• Build positive relationships with residents and their families through clear, empathetic communication

Qualifications

• Current GNA certification (required)
• Valid CPR/BLS certification (preferred or required depending on facility)
• Ability to pass background check and meet facility immunization requirements
• Comfort working night shifts and providing hands-on care to older adults
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of geriatric care principles and common age-related conditions
• Skilled in assisting with ADLs and safe patient transfers
• Familiarity with basic documentation and charting practices
• Understanding of infection control and safety procedures
• Good observational skills and ability to communicate changes to nursing staff

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team environment with thoughtful preceptors and colleagues
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required certifications
• Travel reimbursement and assistance for eligible contract assignments
• Paid time off options for regular staff and scheduling accommodations when possible
• A workplace that values compassion, dignity, and the resident experience

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Explore nearby attractions when you’re off shift: Bowie offers pleasant local parks and trails for a relaxing stroll, and you’re a short drive from Washington, D.C. — museums, monuments, and vibrant dining. Love the water? The Chesapeake Bay and Annapolis are close enough for a weekend sail or seafood outing. Plenty of suburban charm, shopping centers, and community events to enjoy between shifts.

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