Location: Meeker, CO

Start Date: 04-20-2026

End Date: 07-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days (day shift); specific start/end times not provided

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $32 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 for long term care residents, assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Monitor and record resident conditions accurately, including vital signs and behavior changes
• Assist skilled nursing staff with safe transfers and mobility support
• Maintain clear, timely documentation of care and communicate changes to the care team
• Follow infection control protocols and state vaccination mandates to keep residents safe
• Support residents’ emotional needs, fostering dignity, comfort, and connection

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Colorado CNA certification (MUST HAVE)
• Experience in Long Term Care (LTC) settings required
• COVID vaccinations required by state mandate — must be up to date
• Willingness to work day shifts and coordinate with facility scheduling
• Open to shared furnished housing provided by the agency or able to provide your own housing

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of ADLs and resident-centered long term care practices
• Basic vital sign measurement and recognition of clinical changes
• Good documentation and communication skills with interdisciplinary teams
• Infection control practices and adherence to facility policies
• Compassionate bedside manner and patience working with elderly residents

Benefits

• Shared furnished housing available (city-limits) with WiFi — move in and relax
• Assistance with licensure and credentialing so you can focus on care
• Travel support and coordination for a smooth assignment
• Supportive team culture that values compassion and teamwork
• Opportunities for permanent placement if you fall in love with the community
• Paid time to recharge and maintain work-life balance (program-dependent)
• Clear onboarding and ongoing training in long term care best practices
• Local housing info and placement assistance to simplify your move

Travel Perks: Explore Meeker, CO

Meeker, CO offers classic Colorado small-town charm and plenty of outdoor time. Explore nearby White River National Forest and Flat Tops Wilderness for hiking and scenic drives, fish or float local rivers, enjoy seasonal rodeos and community events, and take day trips to regional mountain towns (think hot springs and mountain vistas) for weekend adventures.

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