Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem, days vary, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM day

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, resident-centered care that promotes dignity and comfort
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
• Help with mobility, transfers, and safe positioning to reduce fall risk
• Monitor residents for changes in condition and report concerns to nursing staff
• Document care accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies
• Support meal service and assist with feeding when needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful living environment for residents

Qualifications

• Current GNA / Geriatric Nursing Assistant certification (Maryland preferred or eligible)
• Basic life support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Comfortable assisting with ADLs and safe patient handling techniques
• Clear background check and required health screenings (TB, immunizations) as per facility policy
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate bedside manner
• Reliable transportation and punctuality for per diem shift pickup

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Completion of an approved GNA training program

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of resident care standards and infection prevention
• Familiarity with basic vital signs and reporting procedures
• Ability to document care and follow care plans accurately
• Safe transfer and body mechanics techniques
• Team-oriented attitude and good interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance life and work
• Supportive team environment that values your contributions
• Opportunities for continuing education and skills refreshers
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement where applicable
• Referral bonus program to reward great teammates
• Paid time off options when qualifying and facility-specific perks
• Access to employee health resources and workplace support
• A meaningful role where your care makes a real difference every day

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

This per diem role is based in Bowie, MD—perfect for exploring a quieter suburban feel with easy access to big-city attractions. Enjoy nearby Allen Pond Park for walks and fishing, visit the Bowie Railroad Museum, and find family-friendly trails and community events. If you want a day trip, downtown Washington, DC (museums, monuments, and top dining) and the waterfront at National Harbor are an easy drive. For scenic escapes, Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay offer boating, waterfront dining, and historic charm.

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