Home Health Aide Jobs in New Castle, DE

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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Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 14 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 14 days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Home Health for a travel assignment in Spartanburg South Carolina.

Caregiver - Part Time

  • Springfield, PA (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 21 days ago
  • Springfield, PA (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 21 days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Morton, PA (23 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Morton, PA (23 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Weekend Caregiver

  • Garnet Valley, PA (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Garnet Valley, PA (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - No Experience Required

  • Aston, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aston, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Resident Caregiver - Memory Care - PRN

  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 18 hours ago

care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, activities, orientation, and information needs....

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

  • Aston, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Aston, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 22 hours ago

Are you a dedicated Personal Care Assistant ready to make a significant impact The Stepping Stones Group is excited to invite you to join our team in Aston, PA....

RN / LPN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health is looking for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Chester, PA and surrounding areas. Angels of Care has been caring for the...

2:1 Direct Support Professional (Enhanced)

  • Morton, PA (23 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morton, PA (23 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

un 2:1 Direct Support Professional (Enhanced) compensation: $35/hr Do you want to make a difference in the life of a young man with autism? He is hiring two energetic and engaging people to...

Direct Support Professional (Sun, Mon 8 am-8 pm, Wed 11 am-9 pm)

  • Townsend, DE (18 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Townsend, DE (18 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Assist individuals with personal care tasks, including hygiene, dressing, mobility, and meal preparation....

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: St. Francis Home Care, an agency of Trinity Health At Home, provides compassionate, exceptional care where people are most comfortable: at...

Direct Support Professional

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!...

Home Health Aide

  • Delaware City, DE (4 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Delaware City, DE (4 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

care (bathing, dressing, meal preparation) Provide routine house cleaning As part of the client's Health Care Team, a Home Health Aide must observe and report any changes in client's condition Promote...

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Claymont, DE (13 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Claymont, DE (13 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

care (bathing, dressing, meal preparation) Provide routine house cleaning As part of the client's Health Care Team, a Home Health Aide must observe and report any changes in client's condition Promote...

Seeking a Full time Caregiver for 3 energetic Children.

  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

We are asking assisting with assuring homework gets done, meal preparation, and putting them to bed. Our caregiver will mirror my work schedule because I get home first....

Demographic Data for New Castle, DE

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in New Castle, DE

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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