The team at Family First is actively living our values to provide standard-setting care to our clients. We’ve gathered stories from our staff that reveal the passion and dedication that set our team apart in pediatric home care. Each narrative reflects a unique journey filled with compassion, resilience, and the joy of making a real difference in the lives of children and their families. From forging deep connections with our young patients to witnessing the transformative power of home health care, our staff members share what fuels their commitment and love for this vital work. Join us as we highlight these inspiring stories that showcase the exceptional spirit of our team and the impact we strive to make every day.
Kelly’s Story: Field Nurse in Clearwater, FL
“I’ve worked in pediatrics for years but never have I gotten to experience what it’s like to be a part of the total picture before until now. Not only has this job improved my adaptation skills by forcing me to take what was learned in school, combine it with available resources, and maximize care accordingly, but it’s also allowed me to expand what I like to call ‘chosen family’. At the end of every day, we get to clock out knowing that we gave our all, rather than knowing we had to do what we could with 10 minutes allotted to each patient. Being able to see the entire care team’s efforts come to fruition in children that need extra love, attention, and services has been one of the most rewarding experiences to date. Plus, not realizing I forgot to give someone water at 10pm is a big plus too.”
At Family First, our team members and patients quickly become our “chosen family.” Here, we believe in nurturing our employees’ growth alongside our patients, allowing them to build on their educational knowledge and apply it in meaningful ways every day as they care for these remarkable kids.
Jennifer’s Story: Field Nurse in Houston, TX
“I definitely didn’t go into nursing school with private duty nursing as my goal and I without a doubt went into nursing school completely against pediatrics. But the joke is on me because I’ve been with this family for four years and it has been the most, gratifying, fulfilling experience of my life outside of my personal family. Not only having a front row seat, but a vital hands-on role, of this little guys fight and journey to reaching goals he was never supposed to reach is really what has made private duty nursing the place for me.”
Jennifer’s journey is a powerful testament to how unexpected paths can lead to profound fulfillment. For her, that meant experiencing the unexpected joys of pediatric home health care.
Nurse Story: Licensed Practical Nurse at Family First
“I love working one on one. That allows for me to give them the care they deserve instead of having to rush around between multiple patients. Because it’s one on one care, I start to understand them much more. I understand what each cry and their body language means, what their favorite music and colors, their favorite foods, etc. It makes the day that much better when you do the things they love.”
This nurse’s perspective captures the personal nature of homecare. No running around a facility or feeling overburdened and outnumbered. Our nurses get to build trust, connection, and a safe, lasting relationship with each child they care for.
Read More: Creating Connection in Pediatric HomecareAriel’s Story: Clinical Manager in Houston, TX
Ariel’s journey from Field Nurse to Clinical Manager reflects her deep commitment to the core values of Family First. She highlights what makes our organization truly unique:
“Family First is different because it’s comprised of a team of good people who have a genuine desire to help families in need. For Family First, these children are more than just a number, more than just reimbursement, they are people who the staff grow to love and care deeply for.“
“Family First culture is a culture of honesty, transparency, safety, and genuine care.”
Ariel’s reflections beautifully encapsulate the commitment and compassion that drive our mission to positively impact the lives of our patients and their families.
At Family First Homecare, our staff is living out our values to care for each and every family we serve. Their personal stories showcase the passion and dedication that differentiate our pediatric home care team, illustrating the exceptional spirit of our team and the profound impact we strive to make every day.
If you want to experience the joy and fulfillment that these stories have showcased, join our team.
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