Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM nights (days of week not specified, per-diem)

Hours per Week: 40

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 care to geriatric residents with dignity and respect
• Assist with activities of daily living — bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility
• Monitor residents’ conditions and report changes to the nursing team promptly
• Support safe transfers and positioning to prevent falls and promote comfort
• Help create a calm, friendly environment that encourages social engagement
• Document care accurately and communicate clearly with the care team

Qualifications

• GNA certification (required)
• Current basic life support (BLS/CPR) preferred or willing to obtain
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Comfort working the 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM night shift
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-first attitude
• Ability to pass required background checks and health screenings

Education

• High school diploma or GED; GNA certification required

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of basic geriatric care principles and safe resident handling
• Skill assisting with ADLs and documenting care accurately
• Ability to follow care plans and escalate clinical concerns appropriately
• Good teamwork, time management, and situational awareness during night shifts
• Familiarity with infection control and resident safety practices

Benefits

• Flexibility to pick up shifts that fit your life — nights, weekends, or both
• Supportive team that values your hands-on care and warm bedside manner
• Opportunities for skills growth and on-the-job learning
• Paid time off options and scheduling that helps you recharge
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required certificates
• Referral program so you can bring friends and earn recognition
• Access to employee assistance resources and a culture that cares
• A workplace that celebrates the difference you make every day

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Bowie sits nicely between Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Annapolis — perfect for quick weekend adventures. Explore Allen Pond Park for peaceful walks, catch a Bowie Baysox game at Prince George's Stadium, stroll historic Old Town Bowie’s local shops and cafes, or take easy day trips into D.C. for museums and monuments or to Annapolis for waterfront dining and Chesapeake Bay views.

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