Home Health Aide Jobs in Weirton, WV

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

  • Weirton, WV
  • 14 days ago
  • Weirton, WV
  • 14 days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Home Health for a travel assignment in King Of Prussia Pennsylvania.

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Atlasburg, PA (11 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 19 days ago
  • Atlasburg, PA (11 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 19 days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver

  • Coraopolis, PA (20 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (20 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Caregiver, you will: Support clients with activities of daily living, such as, light housekeeping, preparing a meal, assisting with personal hygiene, grocery shopping Provide companionship and...

Caregiver - $1,000 New Hire Bonus

  • Bridgeville, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bridgeville, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

In Home Caregiver

  • Sewickley, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sewickley, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - Part Time

  • Claysville, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Claysville, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver (No Experience Required)

  • McMurray, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • McMurray, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Weekend Caregiver

  • Carnegie, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Carnegie, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - Fast Start/Hiring Bonus - Canonsburg

  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 3 hours ago

Prior experience providing personal care and support. Ability to complete a physical exam (we cover the cost of your TB test as part of on-boarding)....

Direct Care Worker

  • New Cumberland, WV (6 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Cumberland, WV (6 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 5 hours ago

Some personal care: grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting, transfering in/out of bed and walking, meal prep, light housekeeping, making and changing the bed, laundry and wash dishes....

Caregiver - Aliquippa, PA

  • Aliquippa, PA (17 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Aliquippa, PA (17 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities are non-medical and include but are not limited to, bathing, dressing, incontenance care, cooking, light house keeping, bed transfers, medication reminders, companionship, and much...

Caregivers for Private Duty

  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 7 hours ago

Liken Home Care is looking for compassionate and relaible caregiviers for private duty clients throughout the Westren Pa area. Liken services Washington, Greene, Fayette, and Alleghany Counties....

In Home Caregiver

  • Sewickley, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sewickley, PA (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 1 day ago

Join our compassionate team as an In-Home Caregiver. We're seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about improving the quality of life for our clients in their homes. Candidates must...

Caregiver

  • Wheeling, WV (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV (24 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 2 days ago

DSP - Caregiver is similar to a STNA role, Home Health Aide, Resident Assistant, or Nursing Home Aide....

In Home Caregiver

  • Toronto, OH (6 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Toronto, OH (6 miles from Weirton, WV)
  • 2 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet....

Demographic Data for Weirton, WV

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Weirton, WV

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Highest Education Level

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


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