Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Brooklyn Pk, MD
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM day shift
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $19 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, respectful personal care to geriatric residents
- Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Take and record vital signs and observe changes in resident condition
- Support safe mobility and transfers using facility protocols
- Document care accurately and communicate observations to nursing staff
- Assist with meal service and feeding as needed, respecting resident preferences
- Build trusting relationships with residents and their families through clear, kind communication
- Follow infection control, safety, and facility procedures at all times
Qualifications
- Current GNA certification or state-equivalent (required)
- CPR/BLS certification (preferred or obtain upon hire based on facility requirement)
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous experience working with elderly or long-term care residents is a plus
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
- Ability to pass background checks and required facility screenings
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- GNA certification (required)
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of geriatric care principles and common age-related conditions
- Skilled in activities of daily living (ADLs) assistance
- Comfortable taking and documenting vital signs accurately
- Basic infection control and safe handling techniques
- Good observational skills and the ability to report changes clearly
- Teamwork and effective communication with interdisciplinary staff
Benefits
- Flexible per diem scheduling that helps you balance work and life
- Supportive team environment where your compassion is valued
- Opportunities for skill growth and licensure assistance
- Access to training and continuing education resources
- A workplace that respects your time and encourages work-life balance
- Peer mentorship and a culture of teamwork
- Recognition programs that celebrate great care
- A role where your care truly makes a daily difference
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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