Home Health Aide Jobs in Sunbury, 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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Caregivers

  • Bloomsburg, PA (23 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bloomsburg, PA (23 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 9 hours ago

/ dressing Light housekeeping Laundry Meal prep Medication reminders Companionship Errands/ accompany to appointments Office location: 390 Montour Boulevard, Bloomsburg, Pa ......

Direct Support Professional

  • Sunbury, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunbury, PA
  • 1 day 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!...

Direct Support Professional -Ashland/Lavelle/Frackville

  • Ashland, PA (22 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland, PA (22 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Opportunities in the following locations: Pottsville, Schuylkill Haven, Tremont, Lavelle, Auburn, Frackville, Ashland, Cressona Clarvidas success is built on the strength of our people:...

Direct Support Professional - Milton

  • Milton, PA (11 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milton, PA (11 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Opportunities in the following locations: Pottsville, Schuylkill Haven, Tremont, Lavelle, Auburn, Frackville, Ashland, Cressona Clarvidas success is built on the strength of our people:...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Lewisburg, PA (15 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lewisburg, PA (15 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job duties include: Assist patients with personal care services (bathing, grooming, dressing) Companionship Light housekeeping and chores Respecting the patient's privacy and maintaining confidentiality...

Home Health Aide

  • Bloomsburg, PA (23 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomsburg, PA (23 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Duties Assist clients with personal care tasks including bathing, grooming, and dressing. Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment....

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) / Caregiver / $14.00 / Danville area

  • Lewisburg, PA (15 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewisburg, PA (15 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 4 days ago

additional achievements Overtime pay Shift differential compensation Life insurance coverage Retirement benefits You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with your clients, offering companionship...

Direct Care Worker

  • Shamokin, PA (15 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shamokin, PA (15 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (if required by state regulations). CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)....

Home Health Aide / Direct Support Professional

  • Sunbury, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunbury, PA
  • 7 days ago

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Direct Support Professional - Registered Behavior Technician (DSP-RBT)

  • Kulpmont, PA (16 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kulpmont, PA (16 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Ensures person-centered plans are implemented and assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: Providing personal care Assisting with activities of daily...

Direct Support Professional

  • Kulpmont, PA (16 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kulpmont, PA (16 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Ensures person-centered plans are implemented and assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: Providing personal care Assisting with activities of daily...

Direct Support Professional

  • Millersburg, PA (19 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Millersburg, PA (19 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 10 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!...

Home health aide

  • Mifflinburg, PA (17 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mifflinburg, PA (17 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Management Tasks: laundry, meal preparation, bed making etc....

PRN Spiritual Caregiver Hospice

  • Selinsgrove, PA (7 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Selinsgrove, PA (7 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Summary We are hiring for a PRN Spiritual Caregiver. At Geisinger Hospice of Selinsgrove, a part of LHC Group we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful...

Caregiver- Watsontown, PA

  • Watsontown, PA (19 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Watsontown, PA (19 miles from Sunbury, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Requirements: * Experience providing personal care * Must be able to pass a criminal background check * Valid driver's license and insured vehicle is preferred, but not required....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Sunbury, PA

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Highest Education Level

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


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