Location: Brooklyn Park, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (days not specified)

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, hands-on care to elderly residents, assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding)
• Monitor residents’ conditions and promptly report changes to nursing staff to ensure safety
• Assist with mobility and transfers, using safe techniques to prevent injury
• Support mealtime delivery and follow dietary instructions to promote resident wellness
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and resident observations
• Follow infection control protocols and facility policies to protect residents and staff
• Build trusting relationships with residents and their families to enhance quality of life

Qualifications

• Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification required or equivalent state certification
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Ability to pass required background check and drug screening
• Comfort working overnight hours and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Previous long-term care or geriatric experience preferred but new grads with certification are welcome

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of an accredited GNA program preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of elder care best practices and ADL assistance
• Basic vital signs measurement and documentation
• Infection control and safe body mechanics for transfers
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff
• Reliability, attention to detail, and a calm approach during night shift responsibilities

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your assignment comfortable and stress-free
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy while caring for others
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you maintain and grow your credentials
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions each shift
• Opportunities to pick up extra shifts if you want to boost your experience or hours
• Access to ongoing training and professional development to sharpen your skills
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded

Travel Perks: Explore Brooklyn Park, MD

This is a travel assignment in the Baltimore metro area — enjoy quick trips to the iconic Inner Harbor, the National Aquarium, and the historic Fort McHenry. Weekend escapes to Annapolis for waterfront dining and the U.S. Naval Academy are easy to plan, and the Chesapeake Bay offers scenic parks, seafood restaurants, and waterfront trails. Plenty of local coffee shops, cultural spots, and easy access to BWI make exploring simple when you’re off shift.

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