Location: Baltimore, MD

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, Night shift (specific days not specified)

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, hands-on care to residents — assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding
• Monitor and record vital signs and observe changes in condition; report concerns promptly
• Support mobility and safe transfers, promoting independence when possible
• Assist with mealtime service and special diet needs while encouraging good nutrition
• Maintain accurate documentation and care charts with attention to detail
• Follow infection control procedures and ensure a clean, safe environment
• Collaborate with nurses and the care team to deliver person-centered care
• Engage residents with respectful communication and meaningful interactions

Qualifications

• Current GNA certification (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) or equivalent required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Proof of required immunizations and negative TB test per facility policy
• Clear background check and drug screen as required by facility
• Ability to lift/transfers per facility policy and safely assist residents
• Previous experience in long-term care or geriatrics is a plus

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• GNA certification / state registry (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of ADLs (activities of daily living) and geriatric care principles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents and families
• Basic charting and documentation skills, attention to detail
• Infection control and standard precautions knowledge
• Ability to follow care plans and physician/nursing instructions
• Time management and teamwork in a fast-paced care setting
• Compassionate patient-centered approach and cultural sensitivity

Benefits

• Generous travel support and housing assistance for contract clinicians
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options to keep you healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge and stay at your best
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
• Professional development and training opportunities to sharpen your skills
• A supportive team environment where your contributions matter
• Referral programs and recognition for great work
• Access to employee assistance programs and wellness resources

Travel Perks: Explore Baltimore, MD

Baltimore is full of character and things to explore between shifts. Stroll the Inner Harbor and visit the National Aquarium, catch a game or concert at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and take in history at Fort McHenry. Enjoy waterfront dining and famous Maryland crab houses in Fells Point, or spend a weekend at the Walters Art Museum or the Baltimore Museum of Art. For quick getaways, Washington, D.C. and Annapolis are an easy drive, and the Chesapeake Bay offers great outdoor escapes.

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