Home Health Aide Jobs in Palm Bay, 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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Home Health Aide / CNA Needed - Compassionate, Reliable & Local

  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

We are seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Home Health Aide or CNA to assist a male patient in a private home setting....

CNA Hospice Aide

  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

CareGiver - Winter Garden

  • Sebastian, FL (17 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sebastian, FL (17 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Assistance with toileting and incontinence issues Caregiver Skills and Qualifications: NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED We provide comprehensive paid training....

Priv Dty Home Health Aide

  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Assist the patient with personal care activities following the plan of care established by the Clinical Operations Supervisor....

Bilingual CareGiver

  • Sebastian, FL (17 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sebastian, FL (17 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities Include: Assisting with bathing, grooming, and toileting Helping with mobility and transfers Providing reminders for medication Supporting clients with cognitive conditions Engaging...

Hospice Aide - Aide Services

  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (2 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY: To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by assisting licensed personnel in providing direct nursing care under the...

Personal Care Assistant Exed

  • Merritt Island, FL (16 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Merritt Island, FL (16 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 25 days ago

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT EXED Brevard Public Schools - 3.4 Merritt Island, FL Job Details $15.95 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Working with people with disabilities High school diploma or GED Driver's...

Caregiver / Home Health Aide / CNA

  • Merritt Island, FL (16 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Merritt Island, FL (16 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 27 days ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimers/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

Home Health Aide

  • Sebastian, FL (17 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sebastian, FL (17 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 27 days ago

Services Personal Care Homecare Work Details Live Out Part Time...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Palm Bay, FL
  • 28 days ago
  • Palm Bay, FL
  • 28 days ago

Located in Palm Bay, FL, this position is responsible for: Providing Personal Care : Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation....

Caregivers

  • Satellite Beach, FL (9 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Satellite Beach, FL (9 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

$17.00/hour - $19.00/hour Direct deposit Flexible schedules and matching Home Health Aides with nearby clients Employee recognition programs As a CNA - Home Health Aide, HHA with SYNERGY HomeCare,...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Viera, FL (14 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Viera, FL (14 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide/PCA/CNA

  • Merritt Island, FL (16 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Merritt Island, FL (16 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimers/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

Caregiver for Families

  • Roseland, FL (15 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Roseland, FL (15 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

What is Papa? Papa is a rewarding service that connects compassionate individuals with older adults and families in need of support in their everyday lives. We're seeking kind-hearted, patient,...

Caregiver

  • Fellsmere, FL (20 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fellsmere, FL (20 miles from Palm Bay, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

What is Papa? Papa is a rewarding service that connects compassionate individuals with older adults and families in need of support in their everyday lives. We're seeking kind-hearted, patient,...

Demographic Data for Palm Bay, FL

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Palm Bay, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Palm Bay, 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 Palm Bay, FL
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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