Geriatric Nursing Assistant
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, person-centered care to geriatric residents
- Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Monitor and record vital signs and changes in condition with accuracy
- Support mobility and safe transfers while promoting independence
- Maintain clear, timely documentation of care and resident interactions
- Collaborate respectfully with nursing staff and the interdisciplinary care team
- Follow infection control and facility safety protocols to protect residents
Qualifications
- GNA certification (Class: GNA) required
- Comfort and experience working with geriatric populations preferred
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to coordinate resident care
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or willingness to obtain
Knowledge & Skills
- Practical knowledge of geriatric care and common age-related conditions
- Skilled in assisting with ADLs and mobility support
- Ability to take and document vital signs accurately
- Familiarity with infection control and safety best practices
- Good observational skills and attention to detail
- Compassionate bedside manner and effective communication with residents and families
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support for contract travelers
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
- 401K retirement savings plan and life insurance options
- Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Flexible scheduling support to help balance life and work
- Referral bonus program — help a friend and be rewarded
- A supportive team that values your expertise and well-being
Travel Perks: Explore Lanham, MD
Lanham sits close to a lot of fun and culture — explore the waterfront at National Harbor and catch live entertainment or dining, take quick trips into Washington, D.C. for Smithsonian museums and monuments, drive to Annapolis for waterfront dining and Chesapeake Bay views, or enjoy nearby family-friendly fun at Six Flags America in Bowie. Local parks like Watkins Regional Park offer trails and outdoor time, and College Park/University of Maryland bring lively coffee shops and events within reach.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Geriatric 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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