Home Health Aide Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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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Caregiver

  • Sevita
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago

Sevita provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a...

In Person

Non Medical Caregiver Part Time

  • HomeWell Care Services
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 6 days ago

care and specialty care....

In Person Part Time

Caregiver Part-Time

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 9 days ago

As a Home Health Caregiver, heres a big-picture view of what youll do: Provide the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at home Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing...

In Person Part Time

Caregiver PT/FT Memory Care

  • MorningStar Senior Living
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 18 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 18 days ago

You are encouraged to build strong relationships with our residents while assisting them with activities of daily living....

In Person Part Time

Caregiver Assisted Living/Memory Care Fort Collins 80525

  • MorningStar Senior Living
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 20 days ago

You are encouraged to build strong relationships with our residents while assisting them with activities of daily living....

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Caregiver at Mercer Commons

  • Generations
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago

Caregivers at Montage Creek assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) while treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassion....

In Person Full Time

Caregiver

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Wellington, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wellington, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 27 days ago

Responsibilities include: Personal care assistance Meal preparation Light housekeeping Medication reminders Companionship Making a positive difference in the lives of our seniors Our Investment in You...

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Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)

  • Action Behavior Centers
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Make a Difference Every Day: Action Behavior Centers hires caring people to help children with autism build communication, social, and independent skills. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm...

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Hospice Aide PRN

  • Choice Health At Home
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary The Choice Hospice Aide is responsible for providing care to the patients including assistance with personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of...

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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

RN / Registered Nurse, Home Health Location: Loveland, CO - Office Location Position: RN Field Nurse, Home Health Position Type: Full-Time Remote/Virtual Position: No Coverage Area: West of I-25,...

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Memory Care Caregiver

  • Leisure Care, Inc.
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago

What you'll do: Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal care and medication assistance and/or medication administration as allowed by state statute....

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Personal Caregiver

  • ComForCare
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Training & development 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Let our caregivers tell you how we put our caregivers first: "I...

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Caregiver

  • SR COMPANIES LLC
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 90+ days ago

Provides assistance to residents with all activities of daily living including dressing, grooming, peri-care, toileting, and hygiene.* Speaks to and interacts with residents at all levels of care while...

In Person

Caregiver, Delegated - PRN/days

  • Sanford Health
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Assists with personal care, which may include bathroom functions, bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating....

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Personal Care Aide

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 90+ days ago

care and support seniors need to live safely at home Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, and companionship Help...

In Person Part Time

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Fort Collins, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Fort Collins, CO
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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