Home Health Aide Jobs in Elk River, MN

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

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 7 days ago

REM 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 right...

Group Home Caregiver

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 11 days ago

REM 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 right...

Caregiver for Behavioral Group Home

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 12 days ago

REM 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 right...

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

  • Coon Rapids, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coon Rapids, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

REM 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 right...

Direct Support Caregiver

  • Blaine, MN (20 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Blaine, MN (20 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

REM 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 right...

Caregiver

  • Buffalo, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Buffalo, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

REM 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 right...

Asleep DSP / Caregiver

  • Coon Rapids, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Coon Rapids, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 21 hours ago

Asleep DSP / Caregiver Req #7342 Coon Rapids, MN, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM Schedule Available: Wednesday - Tuesday 10p-8a, 7 days on / 7 days off Location...

Lead DSP / Lead Caregiver

  • Coon Rapids, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Coon Rapids, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 21 hours ago

Lead DSP / Lead Caregiver Req #7298 Coon Rapids, MN, USA Job Description Posted Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM Schedule Available: Mon-Wed, Fri, & Every other Sat/Sun 7a-3p Location Hiring:...

Home Health Aide

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 21 hours ago

Home Health Aide/CNA/Caregivers Needed for All Shifts; Wage $16.00 - $20.00/hr. Are you hard working, Caring and Passionate, if yes! We want you....

Home Health Aide

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: The Home Health Aide provides routine, individualized personal cares to Home Health, Hospice and Residential Hospice patients....

Lead Direct Support Professional

  • Andover, MN (8 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Andover, MN (8 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Take the Lead at Beacon Specialized Living Services: Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have experience...

In-Home Caregiver

  • Bethel, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethel, MN (18 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago

housekeeping tasks and meal preparation - Medication and appointment reminders - Alzheimer's Care - Personal cares as needed - Assist with running errands - Transportation to appointments - Engage...

Caregiver Needed Western Suburbs

  • Rockford, MN (16 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockford, MN (16 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Provide incidental transportation Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation Medication and appointment reminders Assistance with grooming and bathing Assistance with toileting and incontinence...

CNA/Home Health Aide: In-Home Care

  • Blaine, MN (20 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Blaine, MN (20 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 5 days ago

The Home Health Aide role is primarily responsible for assisting clients in their home with activities of daily living including personal care (dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting), delegated nursing...

Home Health Aide

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (21 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Home Health Aide Compensation: $19 Griswold Home Care is looking to hire a part-time Home Health Aide to provide elderly care and home companionship for our clients in Brooklyn Park and surrounding...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Elk River, MN

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Elk River, MN 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 Elk River, MN
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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