Home Health Aide Jobs in Buchanan, MI

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 Care Aide - West Area

  • Niles, MI (8 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Niles, MI (8 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 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

  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

Help at Home is hiring caregivers in your community TODAY! Now offering weekly pay! Starting pay up to $17 an hour! Start your career with the nations leading provider of in-home support to...

Home Care Aide

  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

Responsibilities Home Care Aides and Personal Care Attendants provide support to seniors in their own homes....

Direct Support Professional - West Area

  • Benton Harbor, MI (20 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Benton Harbor, MI (20 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

Help at Home is hiring caregivers in your community TODAY! Starting pay ranges from $17-$19 an hour! Offering weekly pay! Help at Home is the nations leading provider of high-quality support...

Community Health Nurse

  • Dowagiac, MI (19 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dowagiac, MI (19 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Evaluate patients’ health and environmental safety needs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, and home health aide services; refer to other disciplines as...

Caregiver

  • Elkhart, IN (24 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkhart, IN (24 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 1 day ago

As a pioneer in our industry, we support families by referring professional caregivers for personal care, homemaking, and companionship services....

Caregiver

  • Elkhart, IN (24 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (24 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 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 to prepare meals and engage with one preschool child

  • Niles, MI (8 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Niles, MI (8 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 5 days ago

We seek a dedicated babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on April 19, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter will provide a safe and engaging environment, supervise playtime,...

Caregiver in New Buffalo (Urgent Hiring)

  • New Buffalo, MI (16 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (16 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 9 days ago

and dressing Provide companionship and emotional support Help with meal preparation and light housekeeping Support mobility and medication reminders Who Were Looking For: No prior experience required...

Infant Caregiver Part-Time

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 11 days ago

We are dedicated to providing a nurturing and dynamic environment for young learners. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping children's educational experiences and fostering...

Direct Support Professional

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 14 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 2nd Shift

  • Niles, MI (8 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Niles, MI (8 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Exciting responsibilities await you: Assisting with care needs, specifically but not limited to: dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting Engage the residents, encouraging involvement within the community...

Direct Support Professional Flexible Shifts Appointment & Errand Assistance

  • Benton Harbor, MI (20 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Benton Harbor, MI (20 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 18 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...

Inhome Caregiver

  • Benton Harbor, MI (20 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Benton Harbor, MI (20 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 19 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal care tasks. Provide companionship and emotional support....

Caregiver-WHY WORK FOR US

  • Elkhart, IN (24 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (24 miles from Buchanan, MI)
  • 23 days ago

What You'll Do: Our Caregivers provide a wide range of services, from companion care (light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship) to personal care (bathing, dressing, incontinence...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Buchanan, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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