Location: Lanham, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (day)

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

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming) with dignity and compassion
• Take and record vital signs and report changes to the nursing team promptly
• Support mobility and transfers safely using proper body mechanics and equipment
• Help create a calm, home-like environment and engage residents in social activities
• Document care accurately in the patient record and communicate changes during shift handoffs
• Work collaboratively with nurses, therapists, and family members to support individualized care plans

Qualifications

• GNA certification or state-recognized Geriatric Nursing Assistant credential (required)
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Demonstrated experience caring for older adults preferred but new grads who completed a GNA program are encouraged to apply
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (as required by facility onboarding)

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a Geriatric Nursing Assistant program or equivalent state-approved training

Knowledge & Skills

• Comfortable assisting with ADLs and personal care for elderly residents
• Knowledge of infection control practices and safe patient handling
• Basic clinical skills: vital signs, feeding assistance, toileting support
• Good documentation habits and attention to detail
• Compassionate bedside manner and patience with memory-impaired residents
• Ability to follow care plans and escalate concerns appropriately

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your assignment comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current and stress-free
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Professional development opportunities and access to continuing education
• A supportive team that values YOU and the difference you make every day
• Referral bonus program because great teammates know great teammates
• 24/7 recruiter support and local concierge help during your travel assignment

Travel Perks: Explore Lanham, MD

Lanham is well-situated for both local charm and big-city fun. Explore nearby Greenbelt Park for hiking and picnics, visit the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in nearby Greenbelt for science exhibits, or take a short drive to the vibrant National Harbor for waterfront dining, entertainment, and the MGM National Harbor. Washington, D.C. is just a quick trip away for museums, monuments, and world-class dining. If you prefer family-friendly thrills, Six Flags America is close by for weekend adventures.

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