Location: Seward, AK

Start Date: 04-28-2026

End Date: 10-27-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable (traveler's choice): 4x12 or 3x12 schedules. Day shift 07:00 AM - 07:30 PM (4x12 or 3x12 option) or Night shift 07:00 PM - 07:30 AM (4x12 or 3x12 option). Shifts are assigned as Days or Nights at start (caregivers are not typically asked to rotate between day/night; occasional urgent exceptions may occur).

Hours per Week: 60

Candidate Pay Rate: $34 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 direct care and assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting)
• Obtain and record vital signs accurately (blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature) and report changes promptly
• Perform glucose point-of-care testing and document results per facility protocol
• Use pulse oximetry and administer/monitor oxygen therapy as required by care plans
• Safely move and transfer patients using proper equipment (Skylift, Hoyer lift) and body mechanics
• Chart thoroughly in ECS; maintain clear, accurate documentation of patient status and interventions
• Observe, recognize, and report changes in patient condition to the clinical team in a timely manner
• Follow infection control practices and don/remove PPE appropriately to protect residents and staff

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification — Alaska CNA application must have been submitted prior to application; pending AK CNA accepted with required documentation
• Valid CNA license from another state required if AK license is pending
• Completion of a formal CNA training program (certificate or transcript required if AK license pending)
• BLS certification required
• Previous travel experience required (first-timers not accepted)
• Minimum LTC/CNA experience required (job references indicate 0.5–1 year of clinical experience in long term care or similar settings)
• Willingness to float within scope to meet facility needs
• Candidate's permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility (locals not accepted)

Education

• Completion of an accredited CNA training program (certificate or transcript required)
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of LTC care for adult and geriatric populations, including dementia and Alzheimer’s care
• Proficiency with activities of daily living, pressure injury prevention, and incontinence care
• Skilled in safe patient transfers and use of mechanical lifts (Hoyer, Skylift)
• Competent with vital signs, orthostatic measurements, pulse oximetry, and glucometer use
• Familiar with infection control practices, isolation precautions, and PPE donning/removal
• Excellent reporting and communication skills for change-of-condition handoffs
• Charting experience in ECS or similar electronic charting systems
• Comfortable working with interdisciplinary teams and following established care plans

Benefits

• Arranged vehicle use while on assignment so you can explore the area without the rental fuss
• Free on-site parking and facility-provided vehicle available (provided policies apply)
• Orientation on-site with required Alaska Food Worker Certification offered during orientation
• Licensure assistance: AK CNA pending accepted if you have already submitted application and documentation
• Guaranteed hours policy (72 hours per 2 weeks) for predictable earning potential
• Supportive LTC team and hands-on experience with complex geriatric care
• Flexible 3x12 or 4x12 scheduling options to help you balance work and life
• Opportunity to build travel experience in a scenic Alaska community

Travel Perks: Explore Seward, AK

Seward is an outdoors lover’s dream — explore Kenai Fjords National Park and nearby Exit Glacier, take whale-watching and boat tours in Resurrection Bay, visit the Alaska SeaLife Center, enjoy fishing and kayaking, and savor small-town Alaskan charm with local shops and seafood. Weekend hiking, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives make your time off an adventure.

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