About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, a home health care company providing 1:1 care in the home, we do things a little differently. There's no revolving door of patients or hospital setting chaos — blinking call lights, scurrying doctors, and wards bursting at the seams.

Instead, you work with self-sufficient autonomy, empowered to make a real difference in your clients' lives. We value your clinical knowledge and respect the deep one-on-one bond you establish with the families you care for. Of course, if you need anything, your RN Clinician is only a phone call away — we offer 24-hour, 365-day support and on-demand clinical resources.

A Day in the Life of a Care Options for Kids Nurse

You start your day by touching base with your care team, whether that's mom, dad, or the nurse you are relieving. For added ease, in-depth information on your client is available in our dedicated EHR platform.

Your client greets you warmly. Though she's non-verbal, she'll smile and reach out to touch your face and put her head to your chest for a cuddle — she's excited to see you. After disconnecting her ventilator, which she only needs at night, it's time for breakfast and a light sponge bath.

From there, every day is a new adventure. You may decide to head outdoors to gaze at clouds, hunt for ladybugs, or make flower crowns. You may set up a living room campout or travel back in time with a book until it's time for lunch.

Throughout the day, you prepare and deliver her medications and perform her routine trach and g-tube care — documenting the dosages and treatments within your dedicated EHR platform, where you're able to view and compare notes and assessments easily and electronically. While your client takes a late afternoon nap, you finalize your electronic documentation and touch base with the relieving member of your care team before heading home.

Whatever the day brings, a day in the life of a Care Options for Kids nurse feels less like work and more like caring for family. It's an opportunity to build your clinical expertise while shaping the lives of your client and their loved ones every single day.

Benefits for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Bi-Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Employee events
• Numerous Top Workplace awards
• 24/7 on-call for support
• Training opportunities
• Competitive pay with overtime built into your schedule

Responsibilities for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs)

• One-to-one nursing care in a home environment
• Medication administration per physician orders
• Physician ordered treatments for:
  • Nutrition via a feeding tube
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Suctioning nasal, oral and/or endotracheal
  • Ventilation care
  • Seizure assessment and treatment
• Current, active Texas LVN license or RN license
• Current BLS CPR card (obtained in-person, not online)
• G-tube, trach, vent experience, or willing to train

About Care Options for Kids

Care Options for Kids is the leading provider of pediatric nursing services. Our pediatric RN's and LVN's are committed to quality and compassionate care for all of the children and families we serve. We continuously demonstrate our commitment to exceptional patient care, high-quality services with outstanding customer service.

With locations in Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Florida, Oregon, Washington, California, and Wyoming, the Care Options for Kids Community offers a wide range of pediatric health services, including pediatric therapies, ABA therapy, nursing, Family Caregiver Services, and school-based services.

*Bonus for eligible cases only. The eligible employee will receive $500 for every 250 billable hours worked up to $5,000. Eligible employees must complete the pre-onboarding process within 10 days of submission of the initial application. Valid for first-time employees only and on completion of all required documents. Parents and/or Guardians of a Care Options for Kids clients or a potential Care Options for Kids clients are not eligible to receive a bonus. Not to be combined with any other Care Options for Kids offers. Talk with your dedicated recruiter for more information.

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, we bring love, light, and laughter into the homes and communities we serve. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care with integrity and compassion and are seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs) that share our same vision. Care Options for Kids specializes in one on one hourly pediatric and adult care in the home.

Benefits for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 on-call for support
• Training opportunities
• Discounts on movie tickets, car rentals, hotels, theme parks, and more!

Responsibilities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

• Perform all personal care activities contained in a written assignment by the Registered Nurse (RN) which may include, but not be limited to, assisting the patient or client with personal hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, and physical transfer.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment, which may include light cleaning and straightening of the bathroom, straightening the sleeping and living areas, washing the patient's or client's dishes or laundry, and such tasks to maintain cleanliness and safety for the patient or client.
• Measuring intake and output of fluids, and measure temperature, pulse, respiration, or blood pressure.
• Keep records of personal health care activities.
• Observe appearance and gross behavioral changes in the patient or client, reporting to the Registered Nurse (RN). 

Requirements for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred. 

Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in home care is preferred. 

Licensure/Certification:

• Current, valid Florida CNA license OR 40-75 hour Home Health Aide Certificate
• Current BLS CPR Certification (obtained in-person, not online)
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
• Alzheimer's training - 2 Hour DOEA Approved Course (provided at no cost if needed)
• 1- Hour DOEA Alzheimer's Video (provided free of cost on DOEA website)
• Assistance with Self-Administration of Medication CEU (minimum of 2 hours)
• HIV/AIDs CEU

About Care Options for Kids 

Since the inception of our organization more than 20 years ago, we've always known home health care isn't simply about programs or services. It's about helping a neighbor, building a friendship, and most importantly, making a difference in our community — one family at a time. And, achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring caregivers like you.

We value the health and well-being of our caregivers and understand the vital role you play in caring for our clients. PPE is provided in each home — including masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer. We follow CDC guidelines to ensure you, your client, and your family stays healthy.