Location: Baltimore, 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: $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 support to geriatric residents with dignity and respect
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding)
• Monitor and record vital signs and resident behavior; promptly report changes to the nursing team
• Support safe transfers and mobility, using proper body mechanics and assistive devices
• Document resident care accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies
• Participate in care planning and collaborate with nurses, therapists and family members
• Maintain infection control standards and a clean, safe environment for residents
• Build trusting relationships with residents to promote comfort, engagement and well-being

Qualifications

• Active GNA certification (or state-equivalent) — current and in good standing
• CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain per facility requirements)
• Completion of an approved GNA training program or equivalent clinical experience
• Current immunizations and TB screening per facility policy
• Preferred: experience in long-term care, skilled nursing or geriatric settings

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred; successful completion of a GNA training program required

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of elder care needs and geriatric best practices
• Basic clinical skills: vital signs, ADL assistance, documentation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with residents and families
• Safe patient handling and transfer techniques
• Situational awareness and good judgment in recognizing changes in condition
• Teamwork mindset and reliability for shift-based care

Benefits

• Supportive team environment that values your hands-on care and compassion
• Opportunities for skills growth and on-the-job learning — we cheer for your development
• Flexible scheduling conversations to help you balance life and work
• Paid time off policies so you can recharge
• Medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required training and certifications
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Access to employee assistance programs and wellness resources

Travel Perks: Explore Baltimore, MD

Baltimore is a lively place to explore between shifts. Enjoy the Inner Harbor's waterfront boardwalk and the National Aquarium, stroll historic Fells Point for cobblestone streets and great dining (hello, crab cakes), visit Fort McHenry for a dose of history, or browse the Baltimore Museum of Art. Weekend escapes are easy — Annapolis's historic waterfront and sailing scene are nearby, and Washington, D.C. is an easy drive for museums and shows. Plenty of parks, local markets and neighborhood eateries make exploring simple when you want a break from work.

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