Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Gettysburg, PA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Evening shift, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM — days to be scheduled with the facility (evening/night coverage)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $23 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 personal care to residents and patients
- Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, eating)
- Measure and record vital signs accurately and report changes promptly
- Support mobility and safe transfers while following proper body mechanics
- Document care and communicate clearly with nurses and interdisciplinary team
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control practices
- Build trusting relationships with residents and their families to improve comfort and outcomes
Qualifications
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification — Pennsylvania preferred or eligible to obtain
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred (or willing to obtain)
- Ability to pass background check and required health screenings/immunizations
- Comfortable with physical aspects of the role and lifting/transfer techniques
- Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
Education
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of an accredited CNA training program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in ADLs (bathing, dressing, grooming) and resident hygiene
- Ability to take and record vitals, recognize patient changes, and escalate concerns
- Familiarity with basic charting and documentation practices
- Good time management and ability to prioritize in a busy care setting
- Compassionate bedside manner and strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of infection prevention and safe patient handling
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to get you settled quickly
- Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can focus on care, not paperwork
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend, help patients, earn rewards
- A supportive team that values YOU and your hands-on contributions
Travel Perks: Explore Gettysburg, PA
As a travel CNA in Gettysburg, you’ll be based near one of the nation’s most iconic historic sites. Spend your downtime exploring Gettysburg National Military Park and the Museum & Visitor Center, take guided battlefield tours and living-history events, and stroll charming downtown Gettysburg with its antique shops, cafes, and local eateries. History buffs will love the Eisenhower National Historic Site nearby. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby state parks, scenic drives through rolling Pennsylvania countryside, local wineries and breweries, and seasonal festivals. Easy weekend trips to regional cities make for varied mini-adventures between shifts.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Nursing Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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