Home Health Aide Jobs in Loretto, PA

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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Home Care Aide

  • Johnstown, PA (19 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnstown, PA (19 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community and we are offering a *$1,000 sign-on bonus to join our team! Start your career with the nations leading provider of in-home support to seniors and...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Tyrone, PA (21 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tyrone, PA (21 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job duties include: Assist individuals with personal care services (bathing, grooming, dressing) Companionship Appropriate communication/social skilled Light housekeeping and chores Ensuring a safe...

Direct Support Professional

  • Duncansville, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Duncansville, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 4 days ago

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!...

HHA- Home Health Aide

  • Johnstown, PA (19 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Johnstown, PA (19 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 4 days ago

As a member of our personal care and companionship team, you will do truly meaningful workand be valued, respected, and heard....

Personal Care Aides - Immediate Openings

  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 4 days ago

NOW HIRING: Personal Care Aides (PCA), Direct Care Workers (DCW), Caregivers and Home Health Aides (HHA) Traditional Home Care, a locally owned and operated Home Care Agency, has immediate openings...

Direct Support Professional

  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 5 days ago

The successful candidates will provide personal care, companionship and assist in helping enhancing the lives of those being served....

Direct Care Worker- Altoona

  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Local personal care agency hiring permanent, full-time Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Home Health Aides (HHAs) Direct Care Workers(DCW) & Personal Care Aides (PCAs) in the Blair County Area....

Caregiver

  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Altoona, PA (10 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities:- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.- Help residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning, ensuring safety...

Home Care Aide Irvona

  • Irvona, PA (21 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Irvona, PA (21 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Personal care aide in Irvona Shifts needed: 8a-8p and 8p-8a CareSmart Solutions Inc is looking for dedicated, passionate, and reliable Care Givers. BOTH FULL TIME AND PART TIME POSITIONS!...

Home Health Aides- Glen Campbell

  • Glen Campbell, PA (24 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Glen Campbell, PA (24 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Immediate Needs Local Home care Agency has immediate openings (Full and Part-time) for Home Health Aides in the Glen Campbell area. Competitive starting wage. Flexible schedule offered....

Home Care Aide in Altoona, Hollidaysburg area

  • Hollidaysburg, PA (16 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hollidaysburg, PA (16 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities: Address clients' needs Assist with Activities of daily living (bathing, dressing....

Home Health Aides in Williamsburg

  • Williamsburg, PA (20 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Williamsburg, PA (20 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Openings for Personal Care Aides in Williamsburg Area. These positions are both full and part time helping elderly clients stay living independently in their homes....

Caregiver (PCA)

  • Martinsburg, PA (23 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Martinsburg, PA (23 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Now offering DAILY PAY for select positions! New and higher pay rates are now being offered, $11.30! No experience required! Arcadia Home Care and Staffing is hiring immediately for in home...

Caregiver Needed for Two Children, 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Mon

  • Marsteller, PA (12 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Marsteller, PA (12 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 24 days ago

We need a responsible babysitter for two children, aged preschool and elementary. The job starts on March 31, 2025, and runs every Monday through Thursday from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. The babysitter...

Personal Care Aide

  • East Freedom, PA (16 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • East Freedom, PA (16 miles from Loretto, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Now offering Daily Pay for select positions! New and higher pay rates are now being offered, $11.30! No experience required! Arcadia Home Care and Staffing is hiring immediately for in home...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Loretto, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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