Home Health Aide Jobs in Kernersville, NC

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

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 60+ 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...

Travel Nurse - Home Health

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Home Health for a travel assignment in Winston Salem North Carolina.

In Home Caregiver, CNA

  • High Point, NC (12 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • High Point, NC (12 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum one year work experience (Preferred) Active State of North Carolina CNA License Reliable transportation Job Responsibilities for CNA: You will be assisting with activities of daily living- (bathing...

Direct Support Professional, NC

  • Wallburg, NC (8 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wallburg, NC (8 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Direct Support Professional- Monday, Wednesday- 2:30 pm-6:00 PM Tuesday,Thursday 3:00 pm-6:00pm Entry level job applicants welcome! We are hiring compassionate, hard working, friendly and...

DSP Hab Tech / Direct Support Professional

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

We have current Home Health Aide / Habilitation Technician / Direct Support Professional openings in the following locations: Winston Salem and surrounding areas BAYADA offers Direct Support Professionals...

Direct Support Professional DSP / Hab Tech

  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

We have current Home Health Aide / Habilitation Technician / Direct Support Professional openings in the following locations: Greensboro area BAYADA offers Direct Support Professionals: Weekly pay Flexible...

Home Care Assistant /Nursing Assistant

  • Thomasville, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Piedmont Crossing is a senior living community located in Davidson County in the Triad region of North Carolina. We host independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care...

RN / LPN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Thomasville, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Angels of Care Home Health is looking for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Thomasville, NC and surrounding areas. Angels of Care has been caring for the medically...

CNA Hospice Aide

  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

RN, Registered Nurse - Home Health Visits

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

BAYADA Home Health has a Full Time Registered Nurse opportunity open now performing visits, assessments, and admissions in a home setting throughout Forsyth county. Flexible schedules, 1:1 visits,...

Direct Support Professional - MEADOOWOOD - PART TIME

  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 11 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Caregiver Needed for Two Children with Bedtime and Housekeeping Tasks

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 15 days ago

We are looking for a reliable babysitter starting on April 19, 2025, for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The babysitter will supervise the children during playtime and meals, ensuring...

Direct Support Professional - PERIODIC

  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 17 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Hospice Aide - CNA

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Working knowledge of the principles of safe and appropriate personal care and practice of company policies and procedures, to include effective communication skills (oral and written) and CPR certification...

Direct Support Professional

  • Advance, NC (23 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Advance, NC (23 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Salary: $15 - $19 / per hour The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing one-on-one services to clients and assisting in the implementation of consumer goals as outlined within...

Demographic Data for Kernersville, NC

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Kernersville, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Kernersville, NC 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 Kernersville, NC
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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