Location: Silver Spring, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Per diem (PD Pool) — variable shifts as scheduled; assignments may include day, evening or night shifts and will include weekday and weekend opportunities (start/end times vary by assignment)

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, patient-centered personal care to hospice and home care patients
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, mobility, feeding) while preserving dignity
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the interdisciplinary team promptly
• Support comfort measures and follow individualized care plans for end-of-life needs
• Complete accurate documentation and required checklists (including Trinity Skills Checklist)
• Adhere to infection control practices, immunization and fit-test requirements
• Collaborate respectfully with nurses, social workers, and hospice clinicians to ensure continuity of care
• Participate in mandated health screenings and drug testing as part of onboarding and ongoing compliance

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in the state of Maryland (required)
• BLS certification (required)
• NRP and TNCC certifications listed as required by the order
• Successful License/Certificate Verification through employer systems
• Completion of Trinity Skills Checklist prior to assignment
• Current fit test and required immunizations (PPD/IGRA, MMR, Hep B, Varicella, Tdap, COVID-19, Influenza)
• Clear Trinity 10-panel drug screen and current physical/health statement
• Comfort working in home settings and providing end-of-life supportive care

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential

Knowledge & Skills

• Compassionate bedside manner and strong communication with patients and families
• Basic clinical skills for assisting with ADLs and patient mobility
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and palliative care basics
• Ability to follow care plans and report changes in condition accurately
• Familiarity with infection control practices and immunization protocols
• Comfort with documentation and checklist-driven competency verification

Benefits

• Flexible per diem schedule so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team environment where your compassion and skills are valued
• Licensure and certification verification support to keep you compliant and confident
• Opportunities to expand hospice and home care experience with seasoned clinicians
• Comprehensive onboarding including Trinity Skills Checklist guidance
• Access to employee health and immunization program coordination
• Professional growth through hands-on, meaningful patient care
• A culture that prioritizes patient dignity and staff well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring offers great access to the best of the DC area — explore nearby Rock Creek Park for hiking and green space, hop on the Metro for a quick trip to the Smithsonian museums and the National Mall, enjoy diverse dining and cultural scenes in downtown Silver Spring and nearby Bethesda, or take a weekend drive to Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay for waterfront views and fresh seafood.

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