Home Health Aide Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

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 for Private Residence

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago

Position includes ADLs, meals, laundry, companionship and house keeping. Part of position is driving my wheelchair van....

Personal Caregiver

  • Yulee, FL (22 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yulee, FL (22 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

Registered Nurse - Home Health Full Time

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 days ago

$5,000 Sign on bonus AVAILABLE! We have Full Time Monday-Friday! Located in Jacksonville and surrounding areas! Responsible for nursing care planning and management of patients in collaboration...

Senior Social Worker - Caregiver Support Program

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

The incumbent is a Senior Social Worker that works with a team of other Senior Social Workers and Nurses assigned to the Caregiver Support Program to ensure implementation of the program is...

VA Personal Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

In Home Caregiver

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 9 days ago

Between $17.00 and $18.00 Per Hour (Will discuss with applicant) In Home Caregiver A Place At Hm-Jacksonville Occupation: Home Health Aides Location: Jacksonville, FL - 32216 Positions available: 1...

VA Personal Caregiver

  • Macclenny, FL (21 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Macclenny, FL (21 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

Caregiver (PRN)

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 12 days ago

Health Aide, and Direct care Provider....

Home Health Aide, CNA, Home Health Visits

  • Jacksonville Beach, FL (6 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jacksonville Beach, FL (6 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Health Aides / CNA - Certified Nurse Aide : Activities of daily living Light housekeeping Bathing Grooming Toileting Nail care Range of motion / exercises Transfers / use of mechanical lifting devices...

Personal Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Macclenny, FL (21 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Macclenny, FL (21 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care....

Home Health Aide

  • Fleming Island, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fleming Island, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Arcadia is still hiring Home Health Aides (HHA). Arcadia has implemented comprehensive safety policies based on CDC guidelines designed to promote workplace safety....

Direct Support Professional

  • Jacksonville, FL (11 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (11 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 14 days ago

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL Pay Class: Full-time Hours Available: Overnight Site Location : Jacksonville,Florida 32216 Rate of Pay : 15.00 Be proud of rewarding work helping...

Registered Nurse, Home Health Visits

  • Jacksonville Beach, FL (6 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jacksonville Beach, FL (6 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Baptist Home Health Care by BAYADA is looking for compassionate and dedicated Full Time or Per Diem Registered Nurse to join our team in Florida. This office services our adult and geriatric...

Hospice Aide LTC

  • Jacksonville, FL (3 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (3 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Demonstrates to family/caregiver proper techniques to meet the personal care needs of the patient. Performs personal care activities to promote and maintain patient hygiene....

Private Duty Home Health Nurse - PRN

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (23 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (23 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 16 days ago

health aides Accurately document all care provided, maintainingpliance with agency policies and state regulations Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment in the home setting Qualifications...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Jacksonville, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
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 Jacksonville, FL
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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