Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Start Date: 01-08-2026
End Date: 04-02-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Thursday-Saturday, 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM NOC
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $21 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 for residents, assisting with daily living activities
- Monitor and record vital signs and changes in resident condition accurately
- Support safe transfers and mobility, using proper body mechanics and assistive devices
- Maintain clean, safe, and comfortable resident environments
- Communicate clearly with the care team and families to promote coordinated care
- Document care and observations in the patient record in a timely, professional way
Qualifications
- Current CNA certification (T-CNA accepted) required
- Willingness and ability to work nights: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
- Comfortable with travel assignments and starting the 13-week assignment beginning 2026-01-08
- Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach
- Ability to perform physical duties associated with resident care
Education
- Completion of a state-approved CNA training program or equivalent certification
Knowledge & Skills
- Experience with activities of daily living support and personal care
- Basic clinical skills such as taking vitals and observing clinical changes
- Infection control and safe handling techniques
- Good documentation and communication skills
- Teamwork mindset and adaptability to new facility workflows
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable
- Medical, dental and vision coverage options to keep you and your family healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current and compliant
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance for peace of mind
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people on board
- A supportive team that values you, your skills, and your work-life balance
Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM
Explore Albuquerque between shifts and on your days off. Hike or take the Tram up the Sandia Mountains for sweeping views, stroll through historic Old Town for local shops and New Mexican cuisine, and visit the Albuquerque Museum and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. Walk or bike the Rio Grande Bosque for wildlife spotting, catch a show or great eats on Central Avenue, and plan easy day trips to Santa Fe or Taos for art, culture, and mountain scenery. There is always something local to discover whether you like outdoor adventures, good food, or cultural outings.
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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