Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $16 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

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming with dignity and respect
• Support safe mobility and transfers, using proper body mechanics and assistive devices
• Monitor residents’ condition and report changes promptly to nursing staff
• Provide compassionate companionship and support to promote emotional well-being
• Help maintain a clean, safe environment by following infection control and safety protocols
• Accurately document care activities and observations in resident records

Qualifications

• GNA certification required (state-specific certification where applicable)
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Previous experience in long-term care or geriatric settings is a plus
• Ability to pass background check and meet facility immunization requirements
• Strong communication skills and a patient, compassionate approach
• Reliable, punctual, and able to lift/assist residents as needed

Education

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

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with basic caregiving tasks and resident-centered care
• Knowledge of infection prevention and hand hygiene practices
• Ability to observe and report clinical changes accurately
• Basic documentation and charting skills
• Comfortable working as part of an interdisciplinary care team
• Good interpersonal skills for resident and family interactions

Benefits

• Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team environment that values compassion and collaboration
• Opportunities for continuing education and skills refreshers
• Paid time off options and shift differentials where applicable
• Assistance with licensing and certifications when eligible
• Access to employee wellness resources and peer support
• Clear pathways for internal advancement and role growth

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Bowie offers a relaxed suburban vibe with plenty to do on your off days: explore Allen Pond Park’s walking trails and fishing spots, catch a Bowie Baysox baseball game, browse local shops and dining at Bowie Town Center, or take short drives to nearby attractions — Washington, D.C. museums and monuments, waterfronts around Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay, and scenic state parks for weekend getaways.

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