Home Health Aide Jobs in Benton, AR

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Home Health Aide CNA

  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • moments ago
  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • moments ago

Benefits for PRN Home Health Aide include: Lucrative company-sponsored retirement plan (with some of the BEST $$ matching rates in the Arkansas home care industry!)...

Registered Nurse Home Health - Travel - (HH RN)

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements Registered Nurse - Home Health - Travel - (HH RN) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Who will be the DOO approving the contractors' time each week? Suzanne Heldfelt/Rachel McNett...

Caregiver Needed to Supervise Two Toddlers on Mondays and Tuesdays

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago

I am seeking a responsible babysitter for two toddlers on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:00 A.M to 7:00 A.M starting on March 17, 2025. Only Responsibility is having them dressed and ready for...

Direct Support Professional

  • Sheridan, AR (21 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sheridan, AR (21 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 6 days ago

Primary Duties and Responsibilities Providing quality care, direction, guidance, and help to customers with daily activities, such as bathing and bathroom functions, feeding, planning menus, dressing...

Home Health Nurse (RN Case Manager) -SIGN-ON BONUS

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 9 days ago

Home Health Nurse (RN Case Manager) $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR FULL-TIME RN CASE MANAGERS Care IV Home Health is a locally owned and operated home health agency in Little Rock seeking a full-time RN...

Home Health Aide II

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

Shift: Day Working Hours: 8a-4:30p M-F Summary: Under guidance of the Registered Nurse, assist patients with activities of daily living and performs basic nursing procedures as directed. Other...

Caregiver Needed for Preschooler with Meal Prep and Light Housekeeping

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The candidate must have their own car for transportation....

Weekend Caregivers

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

and social engagement Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers...

Caregiver

  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 15 days ago
  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 15 days ago

Care Aid (PCA), caring for a family member or persons who will only be providing companionship and housekeeping services....

Home Health Nurse RN - weekends

  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago

Home Health Nurse Weekends Now hiring Registered Nurse for weekend home health at Care IV Home Health! Seeking a Registered Nurse to work Saturdays and Sundays. Care IV Home Health offers...

Home Care Aide

  • Hensley, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hensley, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago

, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications: Able to pass a criminal background check Must have a H.S....

Spiritual Caregiver Hospice

  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago

Summary We are hiring for a Spiritual Caregiver. At Elite Hospice of Hot Springs, a part of LHC Group we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that...

Direct Support Professional - Part Time

  • Benton, AR (6 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 21 days ago
  • Benton, AR (6 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 21 days ago

These may include learning more about community resources, finding hobbies, working on personal cares and meal preparations/planning or budgeting....

Caregiver-Part Time

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 22 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 22 days ago

Caregiver/Personal Care Specialist Responsibilities: Assist residents with performance of activities, simple treatments, and emotional health and/or problem behavioral issues as indicated in service...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 23 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 23 days ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Benton, AR

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Benton, AR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.1%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Benton, AR
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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