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.

Family First Homecare, formerly Universal Pediatrics, is hiring compassionate RNs and LPNs to provide 1:1 pediatric private duty care for young clients in Northwest Iowa. This is a rewarding role for nurses who value connection, continuity of care, and making a real difference in a child’s life—plus a few extra smiles and hugs along the way.

Locations include, but not limited to:

Cherokee, Estherville, Fort Dodge, Le Mars, Paullina, Sioux Center, Spencer, Spirit Lake, Storm Lake, Iowa

Schedule:

• Full-time, part-time and PRN hours

• Up to 12 hour shifts

• Weekdays, Weeknights, Evenings, and Weekends

Start of Care:

• Urgent / Immediate

Client Needs May Include, but are not limited to:

• Pediatric (infant) patient

• G-tube care

• Tracheostomy (trach) care

• Ventilator support

• Medication administration

• Training offered

Compensation

• Hourly wage

• $2 hour shift differential for shifts worked between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM

• Paid weekly

• Benefits with full-time positions

• Employee Referral Bonus

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with trach and ventilator care encouraged, but not required

• Comfortable managing G-tube feedings (training may be available)

• Reliable, attentive, and committed to consistent scheduling

Why Join Family First HomeCare?

• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities

• 24/7 clinical team support

• 1:1 patient-focused care

• Preceptee Programs offered for New Grads and Seasoned Nurses

JOIN OUR FAMILY AT FAMILY FIRST HOME CARE!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for providing care that is based on licensure/certification within the scope of practice

• Maintains an updated clinical record on each patient at all times, meeting required deadlines for documentation

• Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing service to the patient and family on an ongoing basis

• Consults with physicians concerning alterations of patient care plans, documentation of changes in patient care and reports all changes in care to the nurse supervisor

• Supports FFHC’s mission by mentoring and/or coaching new employees during patient specific orientations

• Educates patients and their caregivers on topics related to patients' care needs

• Participates in FFHC Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement program (QAPI) as requested

• Continually strives to improve his/her nursing care 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

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED

• LPN/LVN Nursing Degree. Unencumbered LPN/LVN License in the state of employment or Multi-State license through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact where recognized.

• 1 years of demonstrated experience

• Valid driver license with proof of insurance in applicable states

• Clear background screening

• Working knowledge of Nurse Practice Acts

• Valid and current CPR card/certificate with in person instructor led hands on skills check

• Clear Hep B Screening in applicable states

• Clear TB Screening in applicable states

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 conditions. Training may be performed in an office setting.

• Must be able to lift up to fifty pounds (50) pounds without an assisted lifting device.

• Frequent use of office machines to include telephone, computer, and printer

JOB DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER:

This job description is an overview of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the role identified below. It 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 role. Some 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 role requires travel to patients' homes to deliver care. The work schedule may include varying shift lengths (8, 10, or 12 hours) and may require availability on any day of the week, Sunday through Saturday.

Family First Homecare is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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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.