Location: Meeker, CO

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift (specific start/end times not provided) — Days

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $32 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 personal care and assistance with activities of daily living
• Support residents with mobility, bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs
• Monitor residents’ conditions and promptly report changes to nursing staff
• Document care accurately and timely according to facility policies
• Follow infection control procedures and state-mandated COVID vaccination protocols
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team to promote resident comfort and dignity
• Participate in shift handoffs and communicate resident needs clearly to peers

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Colorado CNA certification (required)
• Long-term care (LTC) / Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience (required)
• State-mandated COVID vaccination (required)
• Ability to pass background checks and meet facility onboarding requirements
• Positive, patient-first attitude and reliable attendance
• Open to shared furnished housing or provide your own local housing

Knowledge & Skills

• Comfortable assisting with ADLs and providing bedside care
• Strong communication skills with residents, families, and team members
• Basic clinical observation skills and ability to report changes accurately
• Familiarity with documentation practices in long-term care settings
• Understanding of infection control and safety procedures
• Team-oriented mindset and adaptability in a busy SNF environment

Benefits

• Shared furnished housing provided (within city limits) with WiFi — move in and get comfortable
• Supportive team environment where your compassion and skills matter
• Opportunity to convert to permanent placement if you’re looking to stay
• Licensure guidance and verification support to keep your Colorado CNA current
• Flexible scheduling conversations to fit your life while serving residents
• Paid time off and coverage policies vary by assignment — ask your recruiter for details
• Professional growth working in long-term care with experienced clinical staff
• Friendly, small-community atmosphere with meaningful resident relationships

Travel Perks: Explore Meeker, CO

Meeker is a charming gateway to outdoor Colorado life. When you’re off shift, explore the White River National Forest and the Flat Tops Wilderness for hiking, fishing, and scenic drives. Check out the historic downtown and local museums, enjoy regional dining, and time your visit for the famous Meeker Sheepdog Trials if you’re here during the event. For weekend adventures, nearby hot springs and mountain towns (like Steamboat Springs and Glenwood Springs) are within driving distance for a refreshing getaway.

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