Location: Baltimore, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Schedule varies, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $22 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 direct care to geriatric residents, assisting with activities of daily living
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the nursing team promptly
• Assist with safe transfers, mobility, and fall prevention measures
• Document care accurately and professionally in the resident record
• Support mealtimes and feeding assistance following care plans
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary staff to deliver person-centered care
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and dignified environment for residents

Qualifications

• Current GNA or CNA certification (state-specific credentials required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) preferred or required depending on facility
• Experience working with geriatric or long-term care populations is a plus
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Comfortable with overnight shift responsibilities and dependable attendance
• Strong communication skills and a real heart for elder care

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• GNA/CNA certification or state-recognized equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in assisting with ADLs (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding)
• Knowledge of basic infection control and safety practices
• Ability to follow care plans and charting procedures accurately
• Good observational skills and the ability to escalate concerns appropriately
• Team player mentality with respectful, compassionate bedside manner

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your assignment comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy while helping others
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and logistics support so getting here is easy
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contribution to patient care
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and celebrate together

Travel Perks: Explore Baltimore, MD

Baltimore is a vibrant, historic city with plenty to explore on your days off: stroll the Inner Harbor and visit the National Aquarium, sample famous Maryland crab cakes in Fells Point, catch skyline views from Federal Hill Park, and learn history at Fort McHenry. Art lovers will enjoy the Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum. Outdoor options include hiking and biking in Patapsco Valley State Park and waterfront walks along Canton and Harbor East. Easy weekend trips to Annapolis and Washington, D.C. make this a great home base for exploring the Mid-Atlantic.

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