Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Elkins, West Virginia
Start Date: 12-01-2025
End Date: 01-26-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (12-hour night shift)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $19 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 personal care and assistance with activities of daily living to enhance resident comfort
- Monitor and record vital signs, intake/output, and changes in condition with timely, clear documentation
- Assist with safe transfers, mobility, and positioning while following facility safety protocols
- Collaborate with nurses and the care team to support individualized care plans
- Maintain infection control and cleanliness standards to protect residents and staff
- Build trusting relationships with residents and families through respectful, person-centered care
Qualifications
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Travel CNA (T-CNA) certification — required
- Valid state certification or ability to obtain state reciprocity as needed
- Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and facility onboarding requirements
- Basic life support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented with strong communication skills
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; completion of an accredited CNA program required
Knowledge & Skills
- Solid understanding of ADLs, resident hygiene, and safe transfer techniques
- Practical skills in taking and documenting vital signs accurately
- Infection control practices and proper PPE usage
- Basic charting and documentation; ability to learn facility EMR quickly
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to keep life comfortable on the road
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy and smiling
- 401(k) retirement savings plan so you can plan for your future
- Paid Time Off to recharge between meaningful assignments
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and celebrate together
- A supportive team and clinical mentorship at Autumn Lake Healthcare
- 36-hour weekly guarantee for predictable earnings during the assignment
Travel Perks: Explore Elkins, West Virginia
Elkins is a gateway to outdoor adventures. Explore the Monongahela National Forest and the Dolly Sods Wilderness for sweeping vistas and great hiking. Visit Seneca Rocks and Spruce Knob for unforgettable climbs and views, and enjoy fishing or boating at nearby Tygart Lake State Park. When you need a slower pace, wander downtown Elkins for local cafes, craft shops, and community events — perfect weekend escapes between shifts.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Nursing Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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