Location: Silver Spring, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Evening / Second Shift

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 resident condition and report changes promptly to nursing staff
• Support safe mobility, transfers, and ambulation with proper body mechanics
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting while preserving dignity
• Document care accurately in resident charts and communicate effectively with the care team
• Support a calming, respectful environment for residents with cognitive impairments
• Participate in resident care planning and follow individualized care plans

Qualifications

• Active GNA or CNA certification as required by Maryland regulations
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Current immunizations and ability to pass background and health screenings
• Comfortable assisting with lifts, transfers, and physical resident care
• Compassionate patient-centered approach and strong communication skills
• Previous experience in long-term care or geriatric settings is a plus

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Required: GNA/CNA certification or state-recognized nursing assistant credential

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in infection control, safe lifting, and basic clinical care
• Knowledge of activities of daily living (ADLs) support and resident mobility
• Clear verbal and written communication for charting and team collaboration
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and prioritize resident needs
• Familiarity with resident rights, dignity, and person-centered care principles

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable short-term housing options to help you feel at home
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can stay healthy while caring for others
• 401K retirement savings plan with employer match to help you plan ahead
• Life Insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and support for contract travel logistics
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement so certifications stay current
• A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates great patient care

Travel Perks: Explore Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring places you just north of Washington, DC, so weekend museum trips to the Smithsonian, strolls along the National Mall, and dining in diverse neighborhoods are easy. Explore nearby Rock Creek Park and Sligo Creek Trail for green space, visit the lively Downtown Silver Spring for shops and live music, or take short trips to Baltimore's Inner Harbor and Annapolis for waterfront dining. Plenty of cultural and outdoor options make evenings and days off fun and memorable.

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