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– Vanessa, Private Duty Nurse
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Direct Care Worker | Day Shifts | Weekdays

Job Details

Requisition #:
204239

Location:
Mercer, PA 16137

Category:
Direct Care Worker

Salary:
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Position Details

Join a Company That Puts People First!

Direct Care Worker – DCW

Now Hiring: Caregivers for Veterans – Help Our Heroes Live Independently!
We are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing! At Aveanna, we’re proud to foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. Here’s what sets us apart:

Award-Winning Culture

  • Indeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024
  • Best Company for Work-Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by Comparably

Why Join Us?

  • Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off Available
  • Flexible scheduling- full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts— we will work with your availability! 
  • 24/7 Local support from operators and clinicians
  • Aveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentation
  • Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement
  • Weekly and/or Daily Pay
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount
  • Employee Relief Fund

*Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location 

We consider it both a privilege and an honor when we welcome a new patient into our Aveanna family. Our homecare is always delivered from a place of heartfelt compassion and empathy, and every one of our Direct Care Workers (DCWs) works together to make sure we achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna isn’t just a provider of compassionate homecare to children and adults. We are a national leader.

 Responsibilities:

  • Assist veterans with daily living activities, including personal care, meal prep, and companionship
  • Provide light housekeeping and transportation as needed
  • Support independence while ensuring safety and comfort

Qualifications:

  • Experience in caregiving or a related field preferred
  • A compassionate heart and dedication to serving veterans
  • Reliable transportation for travel between veteran homes

Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.  

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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Why work for Aveanna?

  • Thorough training
  • Flexible schedules
  • Electronic charting
  • Access to a clinical supervisor 24/7
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Weekly pay via multiple payment options