Home Health Aide Jobs in Whitney Point, 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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Direct Support Professional - Residential - Owego, NY

  • Owego, NY (23 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Owego, NY (23 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Provide assistance and training to people who receive services to assist them in developing and/or improving personal care skills; i.e. showering, tooth brushing, toileting, bathing, etc....

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

  • Norwich, NY (24 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norwich, NY (24 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 6 days ago

**Qualifications:** + Have at least one year of work experience as a Home Health Aide. + **Have successfully completed a recognized Home Health Aide training course and** **be certified to work as a...

Home Health Care Aide Needed Owego, NY

  • Owego, NY (23 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Owego, NY (23 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Home Health Care Aide Needed Private Home Owego, NY Minimum 5 years experience in health care Companionship, light meal prep, light cleaning, errands Must have reliable vehicle Monday or Fri evenings...

Direct Support Professional

  • Binghamton, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Direct Support Professional per diem -Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalencySome experience in human service fieldSkillsEffective written and observational skillsGood interpersonal...

Personal Care Aide

  • Endicott, NY (14 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Endicott, NY (14 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Essential Job Requirements: Must have valid NYS Personal Care Aide (PCA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification Reliable transportation Must be willing to work in Endicott, NY Have compassion, reliability...

Certified Personal Care Aide

  • Binghamton, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Essential Job Requirements: Must have valid NYS Personal Care Aide (PCA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification Reliable transportation Availability in Binghamton, Johnson City, and Endicott preferred...

Caregiver

  • Vestal, NY (18 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vestal, NY (18 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

Home Health Aide

  • Vestal, NY (18 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vestal, NY (18 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Must provide certificate showing completion of 75 hour home health aide curriculum....

Direct Support Professional - Overnight - Broome County

  • Binghamton, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Provide assistance and training to people who receive services to assist them in developing and/or improving personal care skills; i.e. showering, tooth brushing, toileting, bathing, etc....

Resident Care Aide - Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Vestal, NY (18 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vestal, NY (18 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Resident Care Aide/Home Health Aide (HHA) Position Overview: RCA/HHA team members will assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing personal care support....

Home health Aide

  • Johnson City, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Johnson City, NY (11 miles from Whitney Point, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Home health Aide, 601 Riverside Dr United Health Services is seeking a Home health Aide to join our department at 601 Riverside Dr in Johnson City, NY. This position is benefits eligible....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Whitney Point, NY

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Highest Education Level

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


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