Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem night shift, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (days vary / schedule not specified)

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, assisting with activities of daily living
• Monitor residents’ condition and promptly report changes to the nursing team
• Assist with safe transfers, mobility, and positioning to promote dignity and comfort
• Accurately document care provided and any resident observations
• Support a calm, therapeutic environment by following facility protocols and infection control practices
• Collaborate with nurses and care team members to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care

Qualifications

• Active GNA certification (required)
• Previous experience working with geriatric or long-term care residents preferred
• Comfort working night shifts and ability to respond calmly in busy situations
• Basic life support/CPR certification preferred or able to obtain
• Ability to pass background check and required health screenings/immunizations

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• GNA certification or equivalent required

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of geriatric care principles and common chronic conditions
• Skill in assisting with ADLs (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding)
• Ability to take and record vital signs and observe for changes
• Good communication and teamwork skills with residents, families, and staff
• Familiarity with safe patient handling and infection prevention practices
• Reliable documentation and time-management skills

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team environment where your care and compassion are valued
• Opportunities for professional growth and on-the-job learning
• Licensure assistance and help navigating credentials when available
• Paid time off options and schedule flexibility with manager approval
• Employee resources for health and well-being
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Access to training and continuing education to keep skills sharp

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

This per diem role in Bowie, MD places you near a lot of pleasant local options. Enjoy a stroll or picnic at Allen Pond Park, catch a Bowie Baysox game at nearby Prince George's Stadium, or explore the historic Belair Mansion and the quaint downtown Bowie area. For day trips, Washington, D.C. is within easy reach for museums, theaters, and dining, while Annapolis and Baltimore offer waterfront charm and seafood outings. Plenty of parks, trails, and weekend activities make it easy to recharge when you’re off shift.

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