Location: Lanham, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM day shift

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $20 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 care to geriatric patients, supporting activities of daily living
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting while preserving dignity
• Take and record vital signs, reporting changes to the clinical team promptly
• Support mobility and safe transfers while using proper body mechanics
• Document patient care accurately in the chart and communicate observations during handoff
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment for patients and families
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and family members to promote patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Active GNA certification (state-required) — bring your credential and skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Able to pass background check, drug screen, and health screening (TB, immunizations)
• Comfortable working with geriatric populations and supportive team members
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; GNA certification required

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of geriatric care principles and common age-related conditions
• Skilled in ADLs, ambulation assistance, and safe patient handling
• Basic vital sign measurement and observation of clinical changes
• Strong documentation and time-management skills
• Team-oriented mindset with compassionate bedside manner
• Infection control and safety-conscious practices

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help you feel at home while you travel
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you and your family stay healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and short-term disability for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and mileage assistance
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep credentials current
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both win
• A supportive team that values YOU and your impact on patients

Travel Perks: Explore Lanham, MD

Lanham places you in the heart of Prince George's County with easy access to Washington, D.C. Spend days off exploring the National Mall museums, monuments, and diverse dining options in D.C. Nearby Greenbelt offers the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and Greenbelt Park for scenic walks and light hiking. Shop and dine at National Harbor and ride the Capital Wheel for waterfront views, or catch a game or event at FedExField in nearby Landover. Plenty of weekend road-trip options and local parks make this a great region to explore between shifts.

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