Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Unspecified days, 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 hands-on care to geriatric residents, supporting daily living activities with dignity and respect
• Assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility and feeding while promoting independence
• Monitor and record vital signs and report changes in resident condition to nursing staff promptly
• Keep accurate and timely documentation of care and observations in the resident chart
• Support a safe, clean environment by following infection control and facility safety protocols
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and family members to deliver person-centered care plans

Qualifications

• Current GNA certification (required) — you saw Class: GNA in the posting
• State CNA/GNA registration in Maryland or ability to obtain state registration quickly
• Current BLS/CPR certification (preferred or required depending on facility)
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred; new grads with strong references considered
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• GNA certification or equivalent state credential

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of geriatric care principles and common age-related conditions
• Skilled in safe patient handling and transfers
• Ability to take and document vitals, intake/output, and daily care activities
• Familiarity with infection prevention, PPE use, and safe hygiene practices
• Good observational skills and clear, timely reporting to nursing staff
• Compassionate bedside manner and the ability to build rapport with residents and families

Benefits

• Comfortable housing stipend options for travelers so you can rest and recharge between shifts
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings options to help plan for the future
• Paid time off so you can actually take that weekend getaway
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current and stress-free
• Travel reimbursement and support to make relocation easy for contract work
• A supportive, experienced team that values your voice and your skills
• Access to continuing education and professional growth opportunities

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

This travel assignment places you in Bowie, MD — a welcoming suburban hub with plenty to explore. Catch a Bowie Baysox baseball game at Prince George's Stadium, stroll the trails and ponds at Allen Pond Park, visit the historic Belair Mansion and Old Bowie Railroad Museum for a slice of local history, or get a thrill at nearby Six Flags America. If you crave city life, Washington, D.C., Annapolis, and Baltimore are all easy weekend drives for museums, dining, nightlife, and waterfront escapes along the Chesapeake Bay.

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