Certified Nursing Assistant
Location: Belen, NM
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Days not specified, 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM (Night shift)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $18 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 personal care to residents and patients
- Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Take and record vital signs and report any changes promptly to the nursing team
- Support safe patient transfers and mobility assistance
- Document care accurately and maintain clear communication with the care team
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents
- Build trusting relationships with residents and communicate with families respectfully
Qualifications
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
- Active New Mexico CNA license or ability to obtain state registration
- CPR/BLS certification preferred or willing to obtain
- Ability to work overnight shifts and adapt to per-diem scheduling
- Pass required background checks, health screenings, and immunization requirements
- Strong communication skills and a patient-centered attitude
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completed CNA training program and current certification
Knowledge & Skills
- Practical knowledge of activities of daily living (ADLs) and basic patient care
- Ability to take and accurately record vital signs
- Safe patient handling and transfer techniques
- Basic charting and documentation skills
- Infection control practices and attention to safety
- Teamwork, time management, and compassionate bedside manner
Benefits
- Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
- A supportive team that values you and your hands-on care
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
- Paid Time Off to recharge when you need it
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
- Opportunities for professional development and on-the-job training
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates
- Meaningful work — every shift you make a real difference in patients' lives
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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