Location: Orono, ME

Start Date: 03-05-2026

End Date: 06-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 6:30 AM - 6:45 PM (day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

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

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting) with compassion and dignity
• Support safe transfers and mobility, using proper body mechanics and lift assistance when needed
• Take and record vital signs and report any changes in condition promptly to nursing staff
• Provide attentive, person-centered care while documenting observations and care delivered
• Collaborate with the care team to plan and deliver individualized support
• Create a warm, respectful environment that promotes resident comfort and independence

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification — required
• T-CNA (temporary or travel CNA) credential noted for this role
• Comfort working a 12+ hour daytime shift (6:30 AM - 6:45 PM)
• Willingness to commit to a 14-week travel assignment (2026-03-05 to 2026-06-06)

Knowledge & Skills

• Hands-on patient care and assistance with ADLs in long-term/post-acute settings
• Basic vital sign measurement and observation/reporting skills
• Clear, compassionate communication with residents, families, and team members
• Reliable documentation and charting of care activities
• Teamwork mindset and ability to follow care plans and supervisor direction

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy while caring for others
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge after meaningful work
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions every day
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, build community, and get rewarded
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive onboarding and clinical support at the facility

Travel Perks: Explore Orono, ME

This travel assignment places you in Orono, a charming college town on the Stillwater River. Spend downtime exploring the University of Maine campus, stroll the Orono Bog Boardwalk and nearby river trails, or catch a show and great eats in nearby Bangor. Outdoor fans can kayak or fish the Penobscot River, hike local trails, and plan a weekend escape to Acadia National Park for breathtaking coastal scenery. Small-town friendliness plus easy access to regional attractions make this a lovely spot to work and play.

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