Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Lanham, MD
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Varied/per-diem schedule, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (night shift)
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 daily care to geriatric residents, helping with activities of daily living
- Assist nursing staff with patient transfers, positioning, and mobility support
- Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to the clinical team promptly
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care and resident interactions
- Support a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents
- Build warm, trusting relationships with residents and their families
Qualifications
- Current GNA certification (or state-equivalent certification) required
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Comfort working night shifts and adaptable to per-diem scheduling
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening as required by facility
- Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach to care
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Completion of an approved GNA training program
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of basic geriatric care principles and ADL assistance
- Skillful in safe patient handling and transfer techniques
- Good observational skills to identify changes in condition
- Clear communication skills for collaborating with the care team and families
- Familiarity with documentation practices in a clinical setting
Benefits
- Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
- Supportive team environment where your compassion and skills are valued
- Opportunities for professional development and on-the-job learning
- License and certification assistance resources to help you stay current
- Access to orientation and facility-specific training so you hit the ground confident
- Paid time off options available through certain assignment programs
- A respectful workplace focused on resident-centered care
- Peer mentoring and a team that celebrates the wins — big and small
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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