Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem (varied days), 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 personal care to patients with dignity and respect
• Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Take and record vital signs accurately and report changes promptly to the care team
• Support safe patient transfers and positioning following facility protocols
• Document care activities and observations clearly in the patient record
• Collaborate with nurses and other staff to ensure seamless, person-centered care

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification in the state of New Mexico
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain (facility support may be available)
• Comfortable working night shifts and able to lift/transfer patients per policy
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude

Education

• Completion of an approved CNA program; high school diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Basic clinical skills: bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulation assistance
• Vital signs measurement and basic clinical observation
• Infection control and standard precautions
• Accurate documentation and time management
• Compassionate patient interaction and effective communication with families and team members

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick the nights that fit your life
• Supportive team environment where your contributions are noticed
• Opportunities for skill development and on-the-job learning
• Licensure and compliance support to keep your credentials current
• Access to employee resources and peer mentorship
• Paid time off options available through facility policies

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, New Mexico

This per diem role in Albuquerque gives you the chance to explore a vibrant Southwestern city. Enjoy Old Town Albuquerque with its shops, galleries, and historic plaza; take the Sandia Peak Tramway for stunning mountain and city views; hike and bike the foothills and Petroglyph National Monument trails; visit the Albuquerque Biological Park and its gardens and zoo; and, if your timing is right, experience local culture and food at festivals and the world-famous Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta nearby.

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