Location: Bowie, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Days not specified, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (PM/evening shift) - shift type: day

Hours per Week: 40

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 geriatric residents with dignity and respect
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility
• Monitor and record vital signs and report changes to the nursing team promptly
• Document resident care accurately and communicate clearly with the care team
• Support mealtime assistance and ensure safe feeding practices when needed
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents

Qualifications

• Current GNA (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) certification required
• State-required background check and up-to-date immunizations
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Compassionate attitude and experience working with older adults preferred
• Reliable transportation for per diem assignments

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• GNA certification required

Knowledge & Skills

• Comfort with assisting elders in activities of daily living
• Basic clinical skills: taking vitals, observing changes in condition, safe transfer techniques
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with residents and families
• Good documentation habits and attention to detail
• Infection control and safety-conscious caregiving

Benefits

• Flexible per diem schedule so you can work when it fits your life
• Supportive team that values your skills and growth
• Paid time off options and shift pick-up opportunities
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement guidance
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options available
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring talent
• A workplace culture that prioritizes resident dignity and staff well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Bowie, MD

Explore nearby Bowie attractions like Allen Pond Park for walking trails and outdoor events, the Bowie Town Center for shopping and dining, and historic Belair Mansion. Enjoy easy weekend trips to Washington, D.C. for museums and national landmarks (about 20-30 minutes away), Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay for waterfront dining and boating, or Baltimore's Inner Harbor for cultural outings. Plenty of parks, local eateries, and regional sights make the area great for days off.

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