Home Health Aide Jobs in Macon, GA

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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Direct Support Professional - Macon

  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 3 hours ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Home Health Aide - Forsyth, Part-Time - Help at Home - Career Page

  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Home Health Aides support our clients with basic health care monitoring such as taking vital signs and assisting with medication reminders along with support for activities of daily living including...

Home Health Aide - Forsyth, Part-Time

  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Home Health Aides support our clients with basic health care monitoring such as taking vital signs and assisting with medication reminders along with support for activities of daily living including...

Registered Nurse (Home Health)

  • Macon, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 9 days ago

Summary We are hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN). At Three Rivers Home, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide 2024-152721

  • Fort Valley, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Fort Valley, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 17 days ago

Caregiver/Home Health Aide 2024-152721 in Fort Valley , Georgia Caregiver/Home Health Aide Job Locations US-GA-PERRY | US-GA-WARNER ROBINS | US-GA-FORT VALLEY Requisition ID 2024-152721 Line of Business...

Home Care Aide

  • Gray, GA (14 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Gray, GA (14 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 22 days ago

As a Personal Care Attendant, you'll work 1-on-1 with your clients inside their homes, and support them with the following types of activities: Light housekeeping, including organizing, laundry and...

Caregiver Needed for Preschool and Elementary Children with Own Car

  • Warner Robins, GA (16 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Warner Robins, GA (16 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 23 days ago

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary, starting on February 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter drives the kids to activities, prepares...

Direct Support Professional

  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Forsyth, GA (22 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 23 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Personal Care Aide (PCA) / Caregiver

  • Macon, GA
  • 24 days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 24 days ago

the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at home Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation...

Personal Caregiver

  • Allentown, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allentown, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Eligibility Requirements: Previous Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Experience is a plus, but not required Access to insured and reliable transportation Dedication to professional development, including...

Direct Support Professional, WTRS-R - Weekends and Overnights

  • Fort Valley, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Valley, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Middle Flint Health & Wellness Direct Support Professional, WTRS-R - Weekends and Overnights in Fort Valley , Georgia Position Title: Direct Support Professional, FT - Weekends and Overnights...

Hospice Care Consultant

  • Macon, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 60+ days ago

Care, Girling Personal Care, The Home Option and Victorian Home Care....

Direct Support Professional (Part-Time)

  • Macon, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 90+ days ago

The DSP for Residential Programs provides for the day-to-day care, nurturing, supervision, support, and development of the individuals assigned. This position is part-time either AM or PM. Must be...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide

  • Fort Valley, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Valley, GA (23 miles from Macon, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities align with the needs of our clients in assisting with daily activities to include, but not limited to the following: Meal preparation Housekeeping Companionship Personal hygiene care...

Demographic Data for Macon, GA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Macon, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Macon, GA 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 Macon, GA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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