Home Health Aide Jobs in West Burlington, IA

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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CRISIS Direct Support Professional I

  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Description This role operates in a Crisis Stabilization Program, also known as a crisis stabilization unit (CSU) which is a short-term intervention that helps people in crisis with mental health...

FT Caregiver/Med Tech

  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Actively participates/leads and assists residents with activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed....

Direct Support Professional

  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Join us for our Open Interview event! When: Friday, March 28 th from 12p-4p Where: 3019 West Avenue, Suite 100, Burlington IA Wage: $17.25/hour THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL Be...

Direct Support Professional I (Hourly)

  • Mount Pleasant, IA (23 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, IA (23 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 12 days ago

May assist in the transfer of individuals to/from wheelchair, chair, bed, toilet, vehicle, etc. May require lifting at times, up to 35 pounds....

RCF Direct Support Professional I

  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 12 days ago

Description This role operates in a Residential Care Facility (RCF) Setting, which is a type of facility that provides services for people with mental illness and other disabilities (Iowa Health &...

In Home Caregiver

  • Niota, IL (16 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Niota, IL (16 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 17 days ago

house cleaning, laundry, 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....

Caregiver - PCA

  • Middletown, IA (2 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, IA (2 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Hiring Personal Care Attendants in Iowa Professional Case Management, the leader in home healthcare, is now hiring Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) to provide in-home healthcare services to help those...

Home Care Aide

  • Nauvoo, IL (20 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nauvoo, IL (20 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

house cleaning, laundry, 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....

At Home Caregiver

  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Burlington, IA (5 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene Help clients with routine exercises Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able) Do the clients shopping or accompany them...

Home Care Aide

  • Gladstone, IL (11 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gladstone, IL (11 miles from West Burlington, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Now offering a pay rate of $18.00 per hour! Help at Home is the nation's leading provider of in-home support to seniors. We are currently hiring in your community! Join our team TODAY and begin...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in West Burlington, IA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in West Burlington, IA 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 West Burlington, IA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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