Location: Albuquerque, NM

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem (days vary), 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM (Night shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $17 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 patients, including bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Assist with transfers, mobility, and safe patient handling to promote dignity and safety
• Take and record vital signs and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff
• Support meal assistance and safe feeding practices while monitoring intake
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care and patient observations
• Follow infection prevention protocols and promote a clean, safe environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to support care plans
• Participate in care team huddles and contribute to a positive patient experience

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification — New Mexico or eligible for reciprocity
• Recent experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or similar patient care settings preferred
• Current basic health requirements such as TB screening and up-to-date immunizations
• Clear background check and completed facility onboarding requirements
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to patient-centered care
• Ability to work nights and flexible per diem schedules reliably

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited CNA training program

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of activities of daily living and basic clinical skills
• Familiarity with infection control and patient safety practices
• Ability to observe, document, and escalate changes in patient status
• Good communication and teamwork skills in a clinical setting
• Basic charting and documentation skills
• Empathy, patience, and a calm approach under pressure

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance life and work
• Supportive team environment that values your care and input
• Professional development opportunities and licensure support
• Paid time off options and schedule-based work-life balance
• Access to a strong clinical leadership team and mentorship
• Referral program to share the love and get rewarded
• Comprehensive onboarding so you feel confident from day one
• Employee assistance resources to support your well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Explore Albuquerque when you are off shift. Hike or drive the scenic Sandia Mountains and take in the Sandia Peak Tramway views, wander the historic Old Town for local shops and Southwestern cuisine, and stroll along the Rio Grande for relaxing riverside trails. If you have a free weekend, Santa Fe is a short trip away for art, architecture, and culture, and the Petroglyph National Monument offers unique outdoor history. Plenty of local breweries, museums, and seasonal events make for fun downtime.

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