Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Per Diem (days vary), 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Evening shift)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $23 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 activities of daily living like bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility
- Take and record vital signs accurately and report changes to the nursing team
- Support safe patient transfers and ambulation to reduce fall risk
- Help create a warm, dignified environment by offering emotional support and respectful care
- Document observations and care provided in the resident chart in a timely manner
- Collaborate with nurses and other care team members to follow care plans and ensure continuity
- Maintain a clean, safe room environment and follow infection control practices
- Communicate clearly with residents' families and the care team about resident needs and changes
Qualifications
- Current State CNA certification (required)
- CPR/BLS certification (preferred or able to obtain)
- Ability to pass background check and required health screenings/immunizations
- Comfortable performing physical tasks associated with resident care
- Compassionate communicator who treats residents with dignity and respect
- Previous CNA experience preferred but new grads with certification are welcome
Education
- State-certified CNA (required)
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong fundamentals in patient care and ADLs (bathing, feeding, transfers)
- Basic vital sign measurement and documentation skills
- Familiarity with charting and basic electronic medical record entries
- Good infection control and safety awareness
- Team-oriented communication and the ability to follow care plans
- Reliable time management and the ability to handle a fast-paced shift
Benefits
- Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance work and life
- Supportive team environment where your care and voice matter
- Opportunities for continuing education and skills development
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Professional growth opportunities within a regional health system
- Paid time off options (where applicable) to recharge
- Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
- A collaborative culture that values compassionate care
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified 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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