Home Health Aide Jobs in Saint Joseph, MO

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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Registered Nurse - Home Health

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 11 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $64k - $85k Per Year Registered Nurse - Home Health Mosaic Life Care Occupation: Registered Nurses Location: Saint Joseph, MO - 64501 Positions...

Home Care Aide - Bolckow, 8-11a M-F

  • Bolckow, MO (22 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bolckow, MO (22 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 15 hours ago

Start your career today with Prime Home Care, a Help at Home company. Help at Home is the nation's leading provider of high-quality care and support solutions.Our goal is to enable the highest...

Home Care Aide

  • Bolckow, MO (22 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolckow, MO (22 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 1 day ago

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

Caregiver Needed for Toddler, Monday to Friday, Must Have Car

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 4 days ago

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting June 15, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals, engaging in playtime...

Weekend Caregiver

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 7 days ago

care, such as bathing and grooming * Assist with toileting and incontinence care * Provide companionship and conversation * Assist with light housekeeping, such as dusting and laundry * Plan and prepare...

Direct Support Professional Bolckow, 8-11a M-F

  • Bolckow, MO (22 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bolckow, MO (22 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 13 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...

Caregiver HHA Daily Pay Available

  • Plattsburg, MO (24 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Plattsburg, MO (24 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 17 days ago

A big heart and a passion for helping people with tasks like bathing, housekeeping, and meal prep. Reliable transportation to zoom to your clients' homes and spread joy....

Community Health Nurse- Part Time

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 24 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 24 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $64k - $85k Per Year Community Health Nurse- Part Time City of St. Joseph, MO Occupation: Registered Nurses Location: Saint Joseph, MO - 64501...

Hospice Aide (CNA)

  • Atchison, KS (21 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Atchison, KS (21 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 24 days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES You will provide patient care including bathing, nail/skin care, dressing/undressing, dental and other personal hygiene while maintaining a sanitary and orderly environment You...

Consumer Directed Services - Caregiver / Home Health Aide

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 90+ days ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, geriatric care management, Alzheimers/dementia care, respite care and other programs....

Community Health Nurse-LPN

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 90+ days ago

JOB TITLE: Community Health Nurse-LPN DEPARTMENT: Health DIVISION: Clinic/Community Health Services CLOSING DATE: Until filled Job Summary/Scope Provides nursing services for the community...

Personal Care Aide

  • Plattsburg, MO (24 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Plattsburg, MO (24 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

Personal Care Aides Perks: Healthcare benefits Flexible schedule Direct deposit Personal Care Aides Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist...

CNA Hospice Aide Part-Time Weekends

  • Savannah, MO (11 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Savannah, MO (11 miles from Saint Joseph, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Saint Joseph, MO

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Saint Joseph, MO 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 Saint Joseph, MO
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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