Location: Bowie, Maryland

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Night

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 residents, supporting dignity and independence
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding)
• Take and record basic vital signs and observe changes in resident condition
• Document resident care accurately and promptly in charts and care plans
• Communicate clearly with nurses, interdisciplinary team members and families
• Follow infection control, safety protocols and facility policies at all times
• Support mobility and safe transfers, and help with restorative programs
• Engage residents in meaningful activities and emotional support to improve quality of life

Qualifications

• Current GNA certification (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) — Maryland certification preferred
• CPR/BLS certification required or willingness to obtain upon hire
• High attention to detail, strong communication and a caring attitude
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug screening and health screenings
• Previous experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred but compassionate newcomers are welcomed

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• GNA certification or equivalent state geriatric nursing assistant credential

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in assisting with ADLs and basic resident care
• Knowledge of infection control and safety procedures
• Basic vital signs measurement and documentation
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with residents and families
• Teamwork and ability to follow care plans and nursing direction
• Time management and dependable attendance for assigned shifts

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to keep you comfortable while you travel
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance and disability protections
• Paid time off so you can rest, recharge and explore
• Travel reimbursement and support for contract logistics
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make paperwork easier
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded
• A supportive team that values YOU and your impact on residents

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, Maryland

Explore Bowie and the surrounding region on your time off: catch a Bowie Baysox game at the local stadium, stroll scenic Allen Pond Park and the Bowie Rail Trail, and enjoy the shops and restaurants at Bowie Town Center. Quick drives connect you to Washington, D.C. for world-class museums and monuments, Annapolis for waterfront dining and historic charm, and the Chesapeake Bay for boating and nature escapes — plenty of weekend options to recharge between shifts.

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