Home Health Aide Jobs in New Bedford, MA

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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Home Health Aide

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Information All Care Home Care - Plymouth Home Health Aide in Plymouth, Massachusetts Home Health Aide We provide service to individuals in their own homes and communities, who need assistance caring...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 30+ 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...

Direct Support Professional New Bedford, MA

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Direct Support Professional New Bedford, MA New Bedford, MA, USA Req #20664 Thursday, March 13, 2025 May Institute is an award-winning nonprofit organization that provides educational,...

CNA Hospice Aide 1,500 Sign-On Bonus

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

Private Caregiver - $100 Bonus

  • Falmouth, MA (16 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA (16 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities include: Personal care assistance Meal preparation Light housekeeping Medication reminders Companionship Making a positive difference in the lives of our seniors Our Investment in You...

Caregiver

  • Sandwich, MA (24 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sandwich, MA (24 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Caregiver Duties: - Companionship - Personal care - Light housekeeping and meal preparation - Transportation to doctor\'s appointments, social outings, and errands - Medication and appointment reminders...

Level PAID HHA Training Available

  • Falmouth, MA (16 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA (16 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Enrolling in BAYADA's (PAID) Home Health Aide training course is a great way to start your caregiving career!...

HHA - Home Health Aide, Weekday & Weekend hours available.

  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Current Certification (HHA, CNA) Must has a reliable vehicle to travel to clients homes Job Responsibilities for HHA - Home Health Aide: Activities of daily living, Light housekeeping, Bathing, Grooming...

Direct Support Professional II - Asleep Overnight

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

To assist and/ or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their best....

Direct Support Professional III - LPN

  • Bourne, MA (19 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bourne, MA (19 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview This is a direct service position providing individual medical support and education to individuals in assigned programs.To advocate for all medical needs of assigned program participants...

Certified Home Health Aide, VNA of Cape Cod (Per Diem)

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Perform only those tasks as prescribed by the case manager on the home health aide plan of care....

CNA Hospice Aide

  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

Direct Support Professional II

  • Middleborough, MA (18 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Middleborough, MA (18 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

To assist and/ or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their best....

502-03 Direct Support Professional

  • Raynham, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Raynham, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Role model healthy eating practices (i.e. meal preparation and demonstrations) MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other job related duties, as requested....

Direct Support Professional II - Awake Overnight

  • Assonet, MA (12 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Assonet, MA (12 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 14 days ago

To assist and/ or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their best....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in New Bedford, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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