Location: TBD, IA

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Per diem pool, schedule varies; shifts assigned as needed (day, evening, and night coverage possible) — specific start/end times not provided

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 direct patient care as a Certified Nursing Assistant, assisting with activities of daily living
• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and patient conditions accurately and promptly
• Support nurses and interdisciplinary team members by following care plans and communicating changes
• Perform safe transfer, ambulation, and positioning techniques to protect patient dignity and safety
• Complete required Trinity skills checklists and competency testing to maintain clinical standards
• Participate in infection control practices, including vaccination and screening compliance

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
• Current BLS certification required
• License/Certificate verification on file and up to date
• Completion of Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist as part of onboarding
• Required health screenings and immunizations: 2-step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon), COVID-19 vaccination and Trinity COVID questionnaire, Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Influenza vaccine
• Trinity 10-panel drug screen, fit test, physical/health statement, and color vision screening as applicable
• Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Current CNA certification required

Knowledge & Skills

• Fundamentals of patient care: bathing, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance
• Basic clinical skills: vital signs, specimen collection assistance, and documentation
• Infection prevention and control practices
• Ability to follow care plans and communicate effectively with nursing staff
• Time management, adaptability, and attention to detail in a per diem setting
• Comfort with electronic charting or paper documentation systems

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling that lets you pick the shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team environment where your patient care matters and your voice is heard
• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills with Trinity specialty competency testing and skills checklists
• Licensure and certification assistance and verification support
• Comprehensive onboarding checklist to set you up for success (fit testing, immunizations, screenings)
• Professional development opportunities and a chance to work across varied clinical settings

Travel Perks: Explore TBD, IA

This is a travel/contract per diem role in Iowa. While the exact city is TBD, you can explore Iowa’s charm between shifts: visit the historic Amana Colonies for unique shops and German heritage, see the Field of Dreams site in Dyersville, explore the limestone caves at Maquoketa Caves State Park, stroll riverfront towns along the Mississippi, or catch museums and seasonal festivals in Des Moines. Plenty of state parks, scenic drives, farmers’ markets, and local diners await your weekend adventures.

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