Home Health Aide Jobs in Los Lunas, NM

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

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 17 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 17 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...

Caregiver

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 90+ days ago

Hiring Personal Care Attendants in New Mexico Overnights Needed - 7pm-7am and Weekend Days 8am-8pm Professional Case Management, the leader in home healthcare, is now hiring Personal Care Attendants...

Caregiver - $200 New Hire Bonus

  • Tome, NM (1 mile from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tome, NM (1 mile from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day 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 (No Experience Required)

  • Peralta, NM (12 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peralta, NM (12 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day 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 4 hour Shifts

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day ago

care Preparing meals and special diets Assist with toileting Assist with ambulation and proper body mechanics Performing general housekeeping tasks Provide transportation assistance to and from activities...

Caregiver Graveyard 6pm-6am

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 1 day ago

, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed Engaging residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities Position Requirements High School diploma/GED...

$17 an hour-Caregiver-Full Time-Assisted Living

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed Engaging residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities Position Requirements Certified Nurse's Aid certification...

Caregiver

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene Help clients with routine exercises Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able) Do the clients shopping or accompany them...

Companion Caregiver

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

The Best Place to Work recognition came straight from the source - caregiver companions, home health aides and nursing aides who voted where they want to work....

Caregiver

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

Carefree Assisted Living esta empleando para el turno de la tarde, 3-11pm. Es para cuidar residentes ya mayores de edad, serian de 4-5 dias a semana. Aplicantes deben estar disponible los fines de...

Assisted Living Caregiver 6am-6pm

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

Actively participates/leads and assists residents with activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed....

Hospice Aide Trainee

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Are you interested in becoming a CNA If so, Albquruque has an opportunity for you! Our aides are our greatest assets, so we created a Hospice Aide Scholarship Program. This program is designed to...

Caregiver Needed for Three Young Children with Special Needs Experience

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter to care for our three children, ages toddler to preschool. The start date is flexible but expected around May 22, 2025. The ideal candidate has...

In Home Caregiver - Weekly Pay - Start Immediately

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago

Were looking for exceptional in-home caregivers who have a passion for helping older adults We provide competitive benefits and 24/7 support. Weekly pay We offer weekly pay (direct deposits...

RN/LVN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 7 days ago

Tuesday-Friday 0730-1730 (Flexible on times) High Acuity Trach/Vent *THIS JOB REQUIRES AN LVN/RN LICENSE, NON-LICENSED INDIVIDUALS WILL BE REJECTED* At Children's Home Healthcare, we specialize in...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Los Lunas, NM

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Los Lunas, NM 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 Los Lunas, NM
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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