Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Night shift, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (per-diem schedule; specific days vary)

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 to older adults as a GNA
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding) with dignity and respect
• Monitor resident condition and promptly report any changes to the nursing team
• Support safe mobility and fall-prevention practices during night hours
• Accurately document care, observations, and any incidents in facility records
• Maintain infection control standards and a clean, safe environment
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to support resident care plans

Qualifications

• Current Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification required
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or required per facility policy
• Ability to work nights and be flexible with per-diem scheduling
• Comfort working with older adults and supporting activities of daily living
• Pass background checks and health screenings (TB/PPD, immunizations) as required by the facility
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well on a team

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• GNA certification (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of resident care principles and geriatrics
• Skilled in assisting with ADLs and safe patient transfers
• Ability to observe, document, and escalate clinical changes appropriately
• Familiarity with infection control and safety protocols
• Teamwork, reliability, and compassionate bedside manner

Benefits

• Flexible per-diem scheduling that helps you balance work and life
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options for longer-term team members
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
• Paid time off and holiday opportunities for eligible staff
• Life insurance and basic disability protections
• 401(k) retirement plan options for eligible employees
• A supportive team culture that values compassion and teamwork
• Professional development opportunities and training

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Explore the charm of Bowie and nearby destinations: enjoy walks and lakeside trails at Allen Pond Park, catch a Bowie Baysox game at the local ballpark, and discover local dining and shopping at Bowie Town Center. Quick drives bring you to Washington, D.C. for museums and monuments, Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay for waterfront activities, and scenic nature areas like the Patuxent Research Refuge for hiking and wildlife viewing.

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