Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (days not specified), 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

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care for geriatric residents, ensuring comfort and dignity
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding)
• Monitor and record vital signs and behavior changes accurately and promptly
• Support safe mobility and fall-prevention measures during transfers and ambulation
• Communicate clearly with nurses, families, and the care team to coordinate resident needs
• Maintain clean, safe resident environments and follow infection control practices
• Document resident care and observations in the facility system in a timely manner

Qualifications

• State GNA or equivalent certification (required)
• Current CPR/BLS certification (preferred or able to obtain)
• Valid healthcare workplace clearance: TB test, background check, and immunizations as required
• Prior experience working with elderly or long-term care residents preferred
• Strong communication skills and a patient, compassionate approach

Education

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

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of geriatric care principles and respectful resident-centered care
• Skill in assisting with ADLs and basic mobility support
• Ability to take and accurately record vital signs
• Basic understanding of documentation and charting best practices
• Good interpersonal skills for working with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Awareness of infection prevention and safety protocols

Benefits

• Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can balance life and work
• Supportive team environment that values compassion and teamwork
• Opportunities for shift pick-up and extra hours when you want them
• Onboarding support and mentorship to help you hit the ground running
• Assistance with licensure and training reimbursements where applicable
• Paid time for required mandatory trainings and competencies
• A culture that recognizes your hard work with internal recognition programs
• Access to local employee resources and referral programs

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

This is a per-diem/contract role — explore Bowie and nearby attractions on your days off: stroll Allen Pond Park and its walking trails, visit the Belair Mansion and historic sites, shop and dine at Bowie Town Center, or take short trips to nearby Annapolis for waterfront views and historic charm or to Washington, D.C. for museums, theaters, and dining. Plenty of local parks and weekend day-trip options make it easy to unwind after a shift.

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