Home Health Aide Jobs in Boonsboro, MD

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.

1-15 of 15 Jobs

Caregiver - Weekly Pay

  • Dulles, VA (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

  • Dulles, VA (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dulles, VA (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Purcellville, VA (23 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Purcellville, VA (23 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver/Direct Support Professional - Martinsburg

  • Martinsburg, WV (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 2 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...

Caregiver

  • Martinsburg, WV (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV (14 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 2 days ago

care needs Help keep Clients' environment clean and organized Remind Client to take self-administered medications Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate Care Professionals (Care Pros)...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Frederick, MD (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Employee Type : Full-time Base Pay: $18.00/Hr. non-negotiable, Mileage Reimbursement and $20 Per Pay Auto Allowance Do you have a desire to help others and enjoy...

Direct Support Professional

  • Waynesboro, PA (20 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waynesboro, PA (20 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Caregiver Needed for Four Kids: Tutoring, Driving, and Light Housekeeping

  • Lovettsville, VA (17 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lovettsville, VA (17 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, assisting with homework and tutoring, supporting toilet training, and performing light housekeeping and laundry....

Direct Support Professional IDD

  • Greencastle, PA (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Greencastle, PA (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Pay rate: $16.00/hr Schedule 3-11pm Location: Greencastle, PA THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well Develop real,...

Caregiver

  • Frederick, MD (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Build bonds through companionship. Show patience, compassion and empathy in each engagement with all residents and their families....

Caregiver- FT Evening/ PT O/N Shifts Available

  • Hagerstown, MD (7 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (7 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 14 days ago

What You'll Do Helping with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing Supporting residents with medication Repositioning residents in bed and escorting them around the community Toileting...

Caregiver

  • Hagerstown, MD (7 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (7 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 25 days ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

Caregiver

  • Thurmont, MD (15 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Thurmont, MD (15 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Services Personal Care Bathing Homecare Work Details Live Out Part Time...

Caregiver

  • Waynesboro, PA (20 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waynesboro, PA (20 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Now offering DAILY PAY for selection positions! New and higher pay of $11.15/hr. No experience required. Arcadia Home Care and Staffing is hiring immediately for Caregivers in your area! Hiring...

Home Health Aide - Hospice - FT - Day (Montgomery County Expansion)

  • Frederick, MD (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD (19 miles from Boonsboro, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Required - Current Certified Nursing License and BLS CPR. Must have a current driver's license. Previous experience is preferred. Responsible for performing various services for patient care and...

Demographic Data for Boonsboro, MD

Moving to Boonsboro, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Boonsboro, MD below.


Local
National
9,800
186
Medium/Sm

Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireNursing curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Home Health Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Certification Course
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Training Program/ Certification CourseBecome A Certified Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, or Caregiver!!Do You Want To...
Home Work: Organisational Development for Everyone in Health and Care
Discover some key OD ideas and principles, and explore how to create meaningful change in your organisation in this three-week course from The Kings Fund. Build your confidence and develop your OD...
Diploma in Caregiving,Home Health Aide & Nurse Aide (3 in 1)
Become a certified home health aide with this comprehensive multiple module online training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate,...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Boonsboro, MD

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Home Health Aide Related Career Advice Articles

How to become a home health aide
How to Become a Home Health Aide

If you're thinking about becoming a home health aide, we’ve included everything you need to know to kickstart your career.

Read article »
How to become a nursing assistant
How to Become a Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Want a rewarding career as a CNA but not sure how to become a Nursing Assistant? This guide will teach you everything you need to know.

Read article »
Nurse colleagues talking in hospital
What is a Hospitalist RN?

Hospitalist RN is a relatively new role in healthcare. Review a hospitalist RN job description and find out more about their duties and responsibilities.

Read article »