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Join our growing network of dedicated and experienced geriatric nursing assistant (GNAs) finding high-paying per diem job opportunities in
Hamden
,
Connecticut
.
A nursing assistant working with Nursa provides basic care and helps patients with activities of daily living under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Nursing assistants work in a variety of nursing and care facilities, long-term care centers, assisted living facilities (ALFs), hospitals, home healthcare services, and more.
GNA Responsibilities:
Allowing for some variation in duties from one work setting to another, the following are typical responsibilities of GNAs:
GNA Qualifications:
Here are basic qualifications and important skills for GNAs working with Nursa:
*Requirements and qualifications for employment are dependent upon state regulations. Join the Nursa Community page to learn your state’s requirements and get your per diem nursing questions answered.
GNA benefits:
GNAs who pick up shifts with Nursa enjoy more than flexibility—they gain real advantages that make every shift easier and every payday faster.
These benefits are designed to help you take control of your work, your time, and your financial future.
About Required GNA License:
What is a geriatric nursing assistant (GNA)? How can you become a CNA in the state of Maryland? Learn more about this specific nursing certification.
About Location:
Nestled in the heart of Connecticut, Hamden offers a vibrant and diverse community, making it the perfect location for those seeking rewarding nursing shifts. From its picturesque parks to its bustling local shops and restaurants, Hamden provides a lively backdrop for healthcare professionals to thrive in their careers. With a high demand for RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, PRN nurses will find themselves drawn to this charming town and all it has to offer.
Connecticut offers nurses access to high-acuity academic hospitals and stable suburban rehab settings within a compact, highly connected state. Per diem nursing jobs in Connecticut appeal to clinicians seeking flexible scheduling, consistent demand, and opportunities to build experience across diverse care environments without long commutes.
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Hamden, Connecticut boasts a charming and vibrant community with a variety of outdoor recreational activities, cultural events, and diverse dining options. The town also has top-ranked schools and a strong healthcare system, making it an ideal location for families and medical professionals alike. For PRN nurses and nursing assistants seeking flexibility in their schedules, Hamden's proximity to larger cities allows for easy commute and the ability to pick PRN jobs that fit their individual needs.
Connecticut blends high acuity academic hospital systems with well-resourced suburban rehabilitation and chronic care settings, offering clinicians a structured, focused environment to grow. This guide breaks down statewide opportunities, licensing considerations, clinical environments, and how to pick up flexible PRN nursing shifts in Connecticut through Nursa.
Certified nursing assistants can also pursue the geriatric nursing assistant designation to work with elderly populations. Learn more about GNAs and find jobs with Nursa.
Find per diem PRN job opportunities in your area. High paying CNA, LPN and RN and many more licences are available now.
Join NursaFacilities who use Nursa fill 3 times as many open per diem shifts, on average, compared to trying to fill the shifts themselves.
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