Companion

Nurse Next Door; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid mileage

No union dues

In-home care with private clients

Job summary

Nurse Next Door is building Happier Aging in the United States with compassionate in-home care. We seek caring professionals to support clients in Lexington, Richland, and Kershaw Counties, with visits across all shifts and a comprehensive benefits package.

Join our team for meaningful, flexible work that respects your skills, offers paid mileage, and provides 24/7 scheduling support. Grow with a company that values care, reliability, and community impact.

Qualifications

• 1 year of caregiving experience required.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English; other languages are an asset.
• Proof of Caregiver 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide meal preparation, light housekeeping, and/or 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.

Skills

Caregiving experience

English communication

Job description

Career with Purpose and Heart

Happier Aging Philosophy

you.

Caregiving as a Career

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.

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.