Location: Bowie, 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: $16 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 assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming) to preserve dignity
• Support resident mobility and transfers safely, using proper body mechanics and equipment
• Assist with meal service and feeding, ensuring dietary needs and preferences are respected
• Observe and report changes in resident condition to the nursing team promptly
• Document care accurately and timely, keeping resident records up to date
• Engage residents socially and emotionally to promote a positive quality of life
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to deliver consistent, person-centered care

Qualifications

• Active GNA (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) certification in good standing
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or able to obtain
• Prior experience in long-term care, assisted living, or geriatric settings is a plus
• Ability to pass background checks and meet facility immunization requirements
• Reliable, patient-centered, and strong communication skills

Education

• Completion of an accredited GNA program or equivalent certification
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Comfortable assisting with ADLs and personal care tasks
• Basic knowledge of infection control and safety protocols
• Familiarity with safe transfer and lifting techniques
• Good observational skills for noticing changes in mood, mobility, or health
• Clear, compassionate communication with residents, families, and care teams
• Ability to follow care plans and document observations accurately

Benefits

• Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team that values compassionate care and your contributions
• Opportunities for continuing education and training support
• Paid time off options depending on assignment rules
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement guidance where applicable
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people on board
• Employee assistance programs and resources to support wellbeing
• A workplace culture focused on resident dignity, respect, and teamwork

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Explore Bowie’s local charm, including catching a Bowie Baysox baseball game, strolling nearby trails and parks, or enjoying local dining. You’re also a short drive from major attractions: Washington, D.C.’s museums and monuments, the National Harbor waterfront, historic Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay for boating and seaside escapes, plus family fun at Six Flags America — plenty of weekend options when you’re off shift.

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