Companion

Nurse Next Door; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurse Next Door is seeking a Companion to provide personal care and companionship to clients in Columbia, SC. The role offers a flexible schedule, fantastic benefits, and emphasizes a happier aging philosophy. Successful candidates will have previous caregiving experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Fantastic benefits package

24/7 support center

Paid mileage

Flexible scheduling options

Qualifications

• 1 year previous caregiving experience required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide meal preparation and personal care.
• Execute on the client’s care plan.
• Complete records and documentation accurately.

Skills

Communication

Companionship

Meal Preparation

Job description

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Career with Purpose and Heart

Happier Aging Philosophy

you.

Caregiving as a Career

A Career with Purpose and Heart

YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

Happier Aging Philosophy

At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.

Caregiving as a Career

We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.

Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.

We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.

What We Offer

• Nurse Next Door People Promise, you love coming to work
• $14.00to $18.00 per hour
• Fantastic benefits package (30+ hours worked per week)
• 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling-related questions
• 24/7 assistance related to client care
• In home care with private clients
• Paid mileage
• No union dues
  
  

Responsibilities And Duties

• Provide meal preparation, light housekeeping, and/or provide companionship and personal care
• Execute on the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer
• Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly
• Function within the limits of your own experience and knowledge, while practicing safely and competently within the job description
• Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly
• Servicing the Lexington, Richland, and Kershaw Counties
• Looking for all visit times (700-1500, 1500-2300, 2300-700) weekdays and weekends
  
  

Requirements

• 1 year previous caregiving experience
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English; other languages are an asset
• Proof of Care Giver Certification (if completed)
• Current TB Screen and Criminal Record Check
• Must be able to legally work in USA to apply for this position
• Valid driver’s license is required
• Reliable personal transportation
  
  

Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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