Home Health Aide Jobs in West Valley, NY

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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PRN Personal Care Aide Weekly Pay

  • Franklinville, NY (11 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Franklinville, NY (11 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

Personal Care Aide

  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

Direct Support Professional

  • Allegany, NY (21 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allegany, NY (21 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Order Number: NY1523893 Job Title: Direct Support Professional Company: Intandem Location: Allegany, NY Salary: $16.00 Hourly Education: GED Experience: Information Not Provided Hours:...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Habilitation - Hamburg NY

  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Prepares or assists people with meal preparation, meal planning and purchasing of food....

Resident Care Aide - Personal Care Aide (PCA)

  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Ability to assist residents with all aspects of Daily Living Activities including bathing, toileting, and transferring....

Direct Support Professional- Day Services

  • Orchard Park, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Plans, coordinates and implements meaningful activities on a daily basis: areas of daily living and personal care needs as well as person centered activities that promote independence, inclusion and...

Home Health Aide (HHA) Training

  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (23 miles from West Valley, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

We provide comprehensive, hands-on training that will prepare you to become a New York State Certified Home Health Aide (HHA)....

Demographic Data for West Valley, NY

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Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Master Caregiving, Home Health Aide & Nurse Aide (3 in 1)
Become a certified home health aide with this comprehensive multiple module online training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate,...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in West Valley, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in West Valley, NY 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 West Valley, NY
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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