Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Location: Brooklyn Park, MD
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Per diem (days vary), Day shift, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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, person-centered care to geriatric residents
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Support safe mealtime assistance and monitor nutritional intake
- Observe, document, and report changes in residents' condition clearly and promptly
- Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated care
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control practices
- Build trusting relationships with residents and their families through respectful communication
Qualifications
- GNA certification (required) — you’ve completed the training and you’re ready to help
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or willing to obtain
- Comfort working with geriatric populations and assisting with ADLs
- Reliable, compassionate, and able to follow care plans and documentation standards
- Prior long-term care or assisted living experience a plus, but enthusiasm and a caring attitude matter most
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a certified GNA/GNA training program
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of geriatric care principles and dignity-centered support
- Basic patient care skills: transfers, positioning, ADLs, and safe mobility
- Clear verbal and written communication for handoffs and documentation
- Time management and the ability to prioritize resident needs
- Awareness of infection control and safety procedures
Benefits
- Flexible per diem schedule so you can work when it fits your life
- Supportive team that values compassionate care and your contributions
- Opportunities for clinical skill growth and on-the-job learning
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement guidance available
- Paid time to complete required trainings and competency refreshers
- Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring great people aboard
- Access to employee resources for wellness and work-life balance
- A meaningful role where your care truly impacts residents' days
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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