Home Health Aide Jobs in Wilson, 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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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Group Home

  • Wilson, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 2 days ago

We are currently hiring for the following locations and shifts: City: Wilson Part time Shifts available: M-F from 3pm to 8pm (25hrs. a week). Every other weekend to include Saturday & Sunday for...

Direct Support Professional Monday - Friday 9AM - 3PM

  • Stantonsburg, NC (7 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stantonsburg, NC (7 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 2 days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

CNA - Hospice Aide

  • Wilson, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 6 days ago

Home Health Aide, Home Health Aid, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA Weekly Pay, CNA Weekly Pay, HHA, CNA, Hospice Aide, Hospice Aid, Nurse Assistant We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance...

Direct Support Professional

  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 6 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...

Direct Support Professional, NC

  • Bailey, NC (12 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bailey, NC (12 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Direct Support Professional --Need staff to be bilingual and/or know sign language M-F 3p-8p Sat 10a-8p Entry level job applicants welcome! We are hiring compassionate, hard working,...

Home Health Nurse - RN- PRN/Flex

  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Home Health Nurse - RN - PRN / Flex Location: Rocky Mount (24151) - Val d'Aosta, United States Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Main Industry: Search Health, Nursing & Social Services Jobs...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 16 days ago

DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER (DSP) – ICS (Individual Community Supports) Easterseals PORT Health, a non-profit service provider in North Carolina & Virginia, seeking compassionate, caring, and...

Direct Support Professional -Idd

  • Wilson, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 16 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....

Certified Caregiver

  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC (19 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 24 days ago

laundry, meal preparation, bed making etc....

Direct Support Professional

  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 26 days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

Caregiver

  • Wilson, NC
  • 26 days ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 26 days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

Direct Support Professional -Idd

  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 27 days ago

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

Caregiver/Home Health Aide

  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 27 days ago

at All Ways Caring Services, Inc. in Goldsboro, North Carolina, United States Job Description Caregiver/Home Health Aide Job Locations US-NC-GOLDSBORO | US-NC-KINSTON | US-NC-PINK HILL | US-NC-MOUNT...

RN / LPN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC (23 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Campus/Bus Caregiver

  • Fountain, NC (15 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fountain, NC (15 miles from Wilson, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Campus/Bus Caregiver, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children during their daily commute to and from our campus in Fountain, NC. Minimum Qualifications:...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Wilson, NC

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Highest Education Level

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


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