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VARCO HOSPICE LLC · HOUSTON, TX Part Time

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Job Description

Job description: About the Role Varco Home Care is seeking Caregivers to provide personalized care to our clients in their homes, where you will be hands on with the client and making an impact in their lives The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with seniors and will be comfortable caring for them. He/she will have a pleasant personality and will be able to communicate well with others. The ideal candidate will also be able to complete tasks quickly and accurately. Responsibilities: Providing companionship and conversation Light housekeeping and preparing meals Reminding clients of medications and appointments Assisting with grooming, bathing, toileting, and incontinence issues Caring for clients with Chronic conditions Requirements Ability to treat and care for seniors and their property with dignity and respect Possess reliable transportation and the ability to be on time to assigned shifts Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly, professional, and respectful manner Job Type: Part-time/Full-time Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid time off Schedule: Day shift Ability to commute/relocate: Houston, TX and surrounding areas: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Caregiving: 1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift Evening Shift Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: Flexible schedule Referral program License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) CPR Certification (Required) Auto Insurance (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Houston, TX 77077 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Houston, TX 77077: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person Powered by JazzHR

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Care aide and CNA positions in senior living are hands-on roles that require both physical stamina and genuine emotional resilience. In Texas, CNAs must hold an active certification through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, while caregiver and aide positions may not require formal certification but typically involve on-the-job training.

What catches many new hires off guard is the physical demand — you will be on your feet for the full shift, assisting with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support. Memory care roles add another layer, as working with residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's requires specialized patience and de-escalation skills. Most facilities offer shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and many in the Houston area provide tuition assistance programs for aides looking to advance into nursing.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

Your day typically begins with morning routines — helping residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting to breakfast. Throughout the shift, you will assist with meals, escort residents to activities, monitor for changes in behavior or health, and document everything in the care log. Vital signs checks happen at regular intervals, and you will be the first person to notice if something seems off with a resident.

The team dynamic is close-knit. You will work alongside other aides, report to the charge nurse, and communicate with families who visit. In memory care units, redirection and engagement activities are a big part of the role — keeping residents calm, oriented, and socially active. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, but many aides describe deep bonds with the residents they care for and a sense of purpose that keeps them in the field long-term.

About This Employer

VARCO HOSPICE LLC is a Parent Agency located in HOUSTON, TX at 1880 S DAIRY ASHFORD RD ST. STE 401.

Care services offered: Hospice;personal Assistance Services

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Employer profile provided by Houston Senior Living Guide

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $17.76/hr ($36,941/yr). The typical range is $17.00 – $21.53/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $31,366/yr

Houston Median $36,941/yr

Experienced (90th) $46,155/yr

vs. National Median -6.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.