Location: Albuquerque, NM

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM (12-hour night shift, specific days not specified)

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 direct patient care, assisting with activities of daily living
• Monitor and report patient condition changes to the nursing team promptly
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe use of assistive devices
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients
• Document care accurately and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team members
• Support infection control practices and follow facility policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification valid in New Mexico
• Current basic life support (BLS) certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Ability to provide patient-focused care with empathy and professionalism
• Comfortable working a 12-hour night shift (6:30 PM - 6:30 AM)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively within a care team

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Completed accredited CNA training program and state certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong patient care skills and familiarity with ADLs (bathing, dressing, toileting)
• Basic understanding of infection control and safety precautions
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Teamwork mindset and ability to follow care plans and nurse direction
• Ability to manage time effectively during busy shift environments

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options for travelers and support finding local housing
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
• Life insurance and disability options for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Travel reimbursement and relocation support for qualified candidates
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Explore Albuquerque's highlights during your time off: hike or take the tram up the Sandia Mountains for breathtaking sunsets, stroll through historic Old Town with its shops and Southwestern restaurants, visit the ABQ BioPark and aquarium, wander the trails at the Rio Grande Nature Center, and plan a weekend trip to Petroglyph National Monument or the scenic drives toward Santa Fe. If you're here in October, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a must-see.

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