Home Health Aide Jobs in Georgia

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 (DSP) – IDD/DBHDD Experience Preferred Position Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) with a strong background in...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Rome, GA
  • 14 days ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 14 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...

Registered Nurse, Home Health $30,000 Bonus

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 4 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Bonus: $30,000 Coverage Area: Cobb, Cherokee, Paulding Shift: Full Time Salary: $90,000-$95,000 This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The...

Registered Nurse, Home Health, Weekend $30,000 Bonus

  • Watkinsville, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Watkinsville, GA
  • 10 days ago

Bonus: $30,000!! Coverage Area: Watkinsville and Surrounding Areas Shift: Full Time (Fri-Sun or Sat-Mon) Salary: $85,000-$90,000 This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Savannah, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Home Health for a travel assignment in Washington District of Columbia.

Caregiver - Full-Time

  • Saint Simons Island, GA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Saint Simons Island, GA
  • 8 hours ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Caregiver at our Frederica Community! At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating meaningful...

Personal Caregiver

  • Pearson, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pearson, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

Caregiver

  • Franklin, GA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Franklin, GA
  • 22 hours ago

Caregiver ot CNA needed for a client in douglasville GA, client is on 8hrs, 5 days a week, must be mobile, can pass background check and ready to start ASAP, pls the schedule is 9am to 5 pm,...

Home Health Aide - Jeffersonville

  • Jeffersonville, GA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jeffersonville, GA
  • 23 hours 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...

Direct Support Professional -Idd

  • Valdosta, GA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Valdosta, GA
  • 23 hours ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimers/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

Caregiver/Home Health Aide - 2024-158175

  • Quitman, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Quitman, GA
  • 1 day ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, geriatric care management, Alzheimer's/dementia care, respite care and other programs....

Caregiver/Home Health Aide - 2024-158180

  • Adel, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Adel, GA
  • 1 day ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, geriatric care management, Alzheimer's/dementia care, respite care and other programs....

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Macon, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 1 day ago

Travel Compact State Job ID 1134665 3 days ago REGISTERED NURSE - HOME HEALTH Registered Nurse - Home Health REQUIREMENTS Home Health and Oasis PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Homecare Homebase BENEFITS At...

Caregiver

  • Savannah, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 1 day ago

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed Perform light...

Caregiver

  • Suwanee, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Suwanee, GA
  • 1 day ago

The Arbor Company is hiring Caregivers / Resident Assistants to join our team at our Luxurious Assisted Living Community in Suwanee, GA! Are you ready to love your job again? Join The Arbor...

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Georgia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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