Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Geriatric Nursing Assistant - Essex, MD (#SM0080)

• Location: Essex, MD
• Employment Type: Per-Diem
• Hourly Rate: $19.73 per hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Per-Diem Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNAs) to fill available shifts at a Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Essex, MD. This per-diem role is ideal for someone with a passion for providing high-quality, empathetic care to elderly patients in a supportive clinical environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive hourly rate of $19.73 per hour.
• Work Schedule: Flexible Per-Diem shifts available:
• 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM EDT
• 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
• All shifts include a 30-minute break
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for geriatric patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist geriatric patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
• Monitor and record vital signs, reporting any changes or concerns to the supervising nurse promptly.
• Provide mobility support, including turning, repositioning, transferring, and assisting with ambulation to prevent falls and promote patient safety.
• Foster a compassionate and respectful environment, addressing the unique emotional and physical needs of elderly patients.
• Document care provided accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with facility policies and procedures.

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Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant (NA) program.
• Licensure: Active Maryland state NA license and current BLS Certification.
• Experience: At least one year of relevant field experience working with geriatric patients is required.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene, and mobility support.
• Soft Skills: Compassion, patience, strong communication skills, reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.