Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Bowie, 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, hands-on care to older adults, helping with daily living activities
- Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity
- Take and record vital signs, reporting changes to the nursing team promptly
- Support mobility and safe transfer techniques to prevent falls and injuries
- Document resident care accurately and communicate clearly during shift handoffs
- Build trusting relationships with residents and families through respectful interaction
- Follow infection control and safety protocols to maintain a healthy environment
Qualifications
- State-certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) or equivalent certification required
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required where applicable
- Comfortable working with older adults and supporting those with complex needs
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well on a team
- Background check and any required facility screenings completed as part of onboarding
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Completion of a state-approved GNA training program
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of basic nursing assistant duties and long-term care best practices
- Ability to observe and report changes in resident condition
- Patient transfer and safe lifting techniques
- Familiarity with documentation and electronic health record basics
- Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Supportive team environment where your care and compassion are celebrated
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage to help keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and stay your best
- 401K retirement savings plan to plan for the future
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help maintain your credentials
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Employee recognition programs that highlight your impact
- A welcoming workplace focused on dignity and person-centered care
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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