Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Start Date: 12-08-2025
End Date: 03-02-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday, Thursday, Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $25 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 patient care and assistance with activities of daily living
- Take and document vital signs, report changes, and contribute to concise patient records
- Assist nursing staff with safe transfers and mobility support to prevent falls and injuries
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection prevention protocols
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and the care team
- Support the facility in delivering person-centered care that preserves dignity
Qualifications
- Current CNA certification (CNA or T-CNA) as indicated on the order
- Willingness and availability to work the scheduled Sun/Thu/Fri shifts for a 13-week travel assignment
- Ability to pass required background checks and facility onboarding
- Strong teamwork and communication skills; a caring attitude that puts patients first
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Basic nursing care skills including bathing, feeding, toileting, and grooming assistance
- Ability to take and record vital signs accurately
- Comfortable with electronic or paper charting and clear documentation habits
- Good observational skills to notice and report patient changes
- Team-oriented mindset and the ability to follow care plans and direction from nursing staff
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your assignment comfortable
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on the road
- Paid Time Off so you can recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Referral bonus program for bringing great teammates aboard
- A supportive team that values compassion, collaboration, and your professional growth
- Access to continuing education opportunities to expand your skills
Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque is a vibrant hub with easy access to outdoor adventures and local culture. Explore the Sandia Peak Tramway and take in sweeping mountain views, stroll Old Town Albuquerque for shops, galleries, and Southwestern cuisine, hike or bike along the Paseo del Bosque Trail by the Rio Grande, and visit Petroglyph National Monument to see ancient rock art. If you have a free weekend, Santa Fe is a scenic drive away with world-class art and dining. Don’t forget to try the local green chile while you’re here.
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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