Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Baltimore, MD
Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (day shift)
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 personal care to residents, assisting with bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Support activities of daily living including feeding, toileting, and mobility assistance
- Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report observations to nursing staff
- Document care accurately and clearly in resident records
- Assist with safe transfer and positioning techniques to promote mobility and prevent falls
- Collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to support individualized care plans
- Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful environment for residents and visitors
Qualifications
- Valid GNA or CNA certification (state-specific) — Maryland certification required or in progress
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred
- Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings is a plus
- Comfortable assisting with resident transfers and providing hands-on care
- Strong communication skills and a caring, patient-centered attitude
- Ability to pass background checks and required health screenings
Education
- High school diploma or GED
- State GNA/CNA certification
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of geriatric care principles and resident dignity
- Familiarity with ADLs (activities of daily living) and basic charting
- Infection control practices and safe hand hygiene
- Basic mobility and safe transfer techniques
- Good time management and ability to prioritize resident needs
- Teamwork and clear communication with multidisciplinary staff
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
- Paid time off so you can recharge and be your best
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
- Professional development and on-the-job training to sharpen your skills
- A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates patient-centered care
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great people aboard
- Work-life balance with predictable day-shift scheduling
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Geriatric 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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