Home Health Aide
Job Summary
Provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist. The Aide is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional who performs services for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort and well‑being. Reports to: Clinical Supervisor. Provides supervision to: N/A – no supervision responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide companionship and, if authorized, transportation to clients according to the care plan.
- Assist client with general Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, meals, and safe ambulation/transfers.
- Report any changes in the client’s condition to the supervisor as outlined in the care plan.
- Document care provided and maintain accurate records for the Agency.
- Work collaboratively with the client’s care team and ensure effective communication.
- Promote client safety by following infection control practices and reporting unsafe conditions.
- Attend in‑service programs to meet compliance and notify supervisors of any educational needs.
Requirements
- At least one (1) year of caregiving experience.
- Active CPR certification.
- Recent TB test (12‑month two‑step or 2‑year blood test).
Qualifications
- Meets one (1) of the following:
- A minimum of one (1) year of full‑time experience in direct client care in an institutional setting.
- One (1) year of full‑time experience within the last five (5) years in direct client care in an agency setting.
- Satisfactory completion of a training and competency evaluation program that complies with Texas regulation 558.701 plus experience providing home health services in the past 24 months.
- Submission of documentation from a director of programs or dean of a nursing school verifying competency in basic nursing skills.
- Listing on the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Nurse Aide Registry in good standing.
- At least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written care plan.
- Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Licensed driver with automobile insured and in good repair per state/Agency requirements.
- Current CPR certification.
- Recent TB test (within 12 months).
Benefits
- Paid sick time
- Bonus potential
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Weekly pay
- 1:1 care
- Paid time off
Schedule / Expected Work Hours
Will vary based on client assignment. Part‑time/PRN.
Company Overview
First Day Homecare® is a leading home‑care provider with locations across the US specializing in pediatric Private Duty Nursing services and other home and community‑based services. As the first and only franchise in the US to specialize in pediatric Private Duty Nursing, we are driven by our commitment to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Our services vary by location and may include Personal Care Services, Private Duty Nursing, and ABA (Autism) Therapy. Join our team and be part of a mission to bring specialized, family‑centered care to children and others in need. With First Day Homecare®, today is the First Day of better days™.
Company Purpose / Mission
First Day Homecare® strives to improve the lives of its clients by providing comprehensive care, oversight, and collaboration to children and adults who are either aging in place, medically complex, or living with chronic conditions.
Company Values
- Standards of Care: Policies and procedures follow industry standards and evidence‑based practice to ensure the best possible outcomes.
- Collaboration: Work closely with family members, physicians, other healthcare providers, and anyone in the client‑defined circle of care.
- Over‑communication: Ensure clients have all the information they need when they need it.
- People First: Prioritize people over profits, placing well‑being, growth, and satisfaction at the heart of every decision.
- Transparency: Maintain open and honest interactions, especially when service falls short.