Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Brooklyn Pk, Maryland
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM Night shift, schedule varies (per diem)
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
- Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting with compassion and dignity
- Support safe mobility and transfers, using proper body mechanics and assistive devices
- Take and record vital signs accurately and communicate changes promptly to nursing staff
- Provide meal assistance and help with feeding as needed, ensuring resident preferences and safety
- Maintain clear, timely documentation in resident records and communicate observations to the care team
- Follow infection prevention protocols and maintain a clean, safe environment
- Engage residents with respectful, person-centered interactions that support emotional well-being
Qualifications
- Current GNA (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) certification or equivalent
- Prior experience working with geriatric or long-term care populations is preferred
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required per facility policy
- Ability to pass background checks and meet facility onboarding requirements
- Strong communication skills and a caring, patient-centered approach
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of basic resident care and ADLs
- Ability to measure and record vital signs accurately
- Safe lifting and transfer techniques
- Good observational skills to notice changes in condition
- Basic documentation and charting skills
- Teamwork and the ability to follow care plans and direction from nursing staff
Benefits
- Supportive team that values YOU and the care you provide
- Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can balance life and work
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep you current
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates
- Paid time off opportunities for eligible team members
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options for benefits-eligible roles
- 401K retirement savings plan with employer match for eligible employees
- Professional development and training to grow your clinical skills
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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