Home Health Aide Jobs in Wheeling, 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 (24 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Weirton, WV (24 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Home Health for a travel assignment in Washington District of Columbia.

Weekend Caregiver

  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 1 hour ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - No Experience Required

  • Claysville, PA (12 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Claysville, PA (12 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 1 hour ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Atlasburg, PA (23 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlasburg, PA (23 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - $1,000 New Hire Bonus

  • Claysville, PA (12 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Claysville, PA (12 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Direct Support Professional

  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 3 days ago

Care experience(Incontinence) & Previous experience working with physically behavioral individuals.** THRIVE AS A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER AT SEVITA....

Caregiver for Supportive Living Services

  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, PA (21 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Home Health Aide

  • Martins Ferry, OH (6 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Martins Ferry, OH (6 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 1 day ago

We offer free training to help you earn your Home Health Aide certification—no prior experience required!...

IC Care LLC, HIRING Caregivers, Wheeling & Steubenville Areas

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 2 days ago

Job Responsibilities: - Assist clients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility. - Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with clients. -...

Home Health Aide

  • Steubenville, OH (22 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Steubenville, OH (22 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 4 days ago

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

Caregiver

  • Glen Dale, WV (7 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Glen Dale, WV (7 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 5 days ago

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

Home Health Aide

  • Steubenville, OH (22 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 11 days ago
  • Steubenville, OH (22 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 11 days ago

**No experience is required** to start because we offer free training to earn your home health aide certificate....

Caregiver

  • Cadiz, OH (23 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cadiz, OH (23 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 15 days ago

No experience is required to start because we offer free training to earn your home health aide certificate....

In Home Caregiver

  • Bellaire, OH (9 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bellaire, OH (9 miles from Wheeling, WV)
  • 15 days ago

No experience is required to start because we offer free training to earn your home health aide certificate....

Demographic Data for Wheeling, WV

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Wheeling, WV

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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