About Family First
Family First Homecare provides exceptional homecare services to children with life-long health conditions. We live by our values of telling the truth, owning the details, and raising the bar, working hard to make your job an experience that you enjoy every day. Family First gives you the support you need to do your best work and provide exceptional one-on-one care to your patients in the comfort of their homes. Join us become a part of our family and the families you care for.
We are seeking compassionate and dependable CNAs to join our homecare team in Dubuque Shift lengths vary between 4 hours, 5:30pm - 9:30pm every other Friday and as back-up when needed Team collaboration is essential, as you will work alongside other PRN HHAs to ensure consistent client coverage and quality care.
Requirements:
Join our team and make a meaningful difference by providing quality care in the comfort of our clients’ homes.
The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing care in accordance with Family First Homecare (FFHC) policy, Aide Practice Acts, and State/Local/Federal regulations.
Additional responsibilities include representing Family First Homecare and its services in a competent, professional, and responsive manner while maintaining standards of high-quality patient care and customer service in accordance with all state, local and federal requirements, rules, and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accountable for providing care that is based on licensure/certification within the scope of practice
Provides care in compliance with the patient’s established Plan of Care such as:
Helps to maintainoptimal hygiene and assists in maintaining a safe environment
May plan and prepare nutritious meals
Assists the patient with ambulation as tolerated
Encourage patient independence
Performs routine housekeeping tasks
Reports any change in the patients mental or physical condition to the Clinical Manger or Director of Nursing
Maintains an updated clinical record on each patient at all times, meeting required deadlines for documentation
Communicates with caregivers as needed for continuity of patient care
Participates in FFHC Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement program (QAPI) as requested
Continually strives to improve his/her skills
Attends and/or completes all mandatory training/ in-services as assigned
Submits required personnel file documentation in a timely manner
Adheres to FFHC compliance and ethics expectations
Maintains patient and family confidentiality
Maintains professional, supportive, and responsive interpersonal communication skills
Performs other duties as assigned
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - REQUIRED
Certified Nursing Aide(CNA) with a State issued certification
1 year of demonstrated experience
Must provide valid and current CPR card/certificate that includes in person instructor led hands-on skills check.
Valid driver license with proof of insurance in applicable states
Must have a clear background screening
Clear Hep B Screening in applicable states
Clear TB Screening in applicable states
STATE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
Florida:
Illinois:
Valid driver license with proof of insurance: Not requiredStaff are prohibited from driving patients
Hep B Screening: Not a prerequisite for hire. Completed as part of the onboarding process.
Pennsylvania:
Additional Background Screening: Child Abuse, and FBI check.
Must complete TB screening with 2 step PPD, or 1 step PPD with proof of 2 step PPD administration within the last year
Texas:
N/A
KEY COMPETENCIES
The ability to read and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
WORKING CONDITIONS/EQUIPMENT USE
Work is performed in the patients home - not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditionsTraining may be performed in an office setting.
Must be able to lift up to thirty-five pounds (35) pounds without an assisted lifting device.
Frequent use of office machines to include telephone, computer, and printer
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is an overview of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the role identified belowIt is not intended to cover every work assignment the job may have, but rather to cover those work assignments which are essential, predominant, and recurring. Responsibilities and duties may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
PAY PHILOSOPHY:
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the roleSome roles at Family First Homecare have a corresponding compensation plan which may include a bonus at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
KEY DETAILS
**This position requires the employee to work in the office Monday through Friday during core business hours.** Core business hours are typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some flexibility with start and end times
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to providing the highest quality care to our patients and the communities we serveWe put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-beingBelow you will find a snapshot of the benefits that you enjoy as part of your role:
Private Health Care Plans: (Medical, Dental, Vision and Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer matching contribution
Voluntary Benefits: (Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance, Additional Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability)
401(k) Retirement Plan and Company Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Paid Health and Wellness Time
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Employee and Family
Weekly pay with direct deposit
myFlexPay – Payroll card allowing you to have your wages deposited directly on to your card
W2 employee
Professional development with a rapidly growing organization
Opportunities for promotions and upward mobility
Employee Referral Bonus Program
*Eligibility requirements apply
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Family First HomeCare, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Family First HomeCare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Family First Homecare provides exceptional homecare services to children with life-long health conditions. Because your loved one deserves to enjoy life in the comfort of their homes – not hospital.
In a world where neither the patients, families, or nurses want to be trapped in the hospital forever, someone had to find a better way to get them back to the comfort and freedom of their home environment. Family First was founded to do exactly that.
Delivering the highest possible standards of both care and communication to the families we serve, Family First Homecare understands the importance of getting – and keeping – your loved one home: where there can be home-cooked meals, where the nurse-to-patient ratio is always 1:1, and where children with complex medical conditions can enjoy fulfilling lives outside of a hospital setting.
