Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Westbrook, ME
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days not specified, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, day 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 personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Support safe mobility and transfers, using proper body mechanics and equipment
- Take and record vital signs and communicate changes to the nursing team
- Assist with meal service and feeding support as needed
- Observe residents closely and report any changes in condition to nursing staff
- Document care accurately and promptly in resident charts or electronic records
- Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful environment for residents
- Engage residents with kindness, dignity, and person-centered interactions
Qualifications
- Current CNA certification (or equivalent) — must be active/eligible in Maine
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willing to obtain
- Completion of mandated health screenings and background checks as required by facility
- Comfortable working with elderly and long-term care populations
- Dependable, punctual, team-oriented, and committed to high-quality care
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Current CNA certification required
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in assisting with ADLs and maintaining resident dignity
- Ability to take and record vital signs accurately
- Familiarity with infection control and safety procedures
- Basic charting and documentation skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents and families
- Time management and the ability to prioritize resident needs
- Team collaboration and willingness to support colleagues
Benefits
- Supportive team that values YOU and your patient-first approach
- Flexible scheduling options to help balance life and work
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Travel support and local housing resources for contract clinicians
- Professional development and training opportunities
- A workplace culture focused on dignity, quality care, and respect
Travel Perks: Explore Westbrook, ME
This travel assignment places you in Westbrook, Maine, just a short hop from Portland’s lively Old Port with great food, waterfront views, and craft breweries. Enjoy nearby outdoor options like Casco Bay island ferries, coastal lighthouses (including the iconic Portland Head Light), scenic hiking and lakeside spots around Sebago Lake, and local trails along the Presumpscot River — perfect for weekend exploring 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.
Hashtags
#CertifiedNursingAssistant #CNAJobs #WestbrookMEJobs #MaineHealthcareJobs #TravelCNA #HealthcareJobs #UHCCareers #GenesisHealthcare #CNAHiring