Home Health Aide Jobs in Port Charlotte, 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 / Home Care Aide

Home Instead
Nocatee, FL (21 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
1 day ago

Nocatee, FL (21 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
1 day 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 Person

Senior Community Health Nurse - 64002223 1

State of Florida
North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
3 days ago

North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
3 days ago

Requisition No: 869913 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64002223 1 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64002223 Salary: $67,339.00 - $68,000.00...

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Home Health Aide (HHA)

Help at Home
North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
7 days ago

North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
7 days ago

Caregiver Services Inc, a Help at Home company, partners with Home Health Aides (HHA), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), and experienced caregivers to support seniors and adults at home....

In Person

Flexible Caregiver Opportunity - Full-Time or Part-Time

Home Care Association of America
Englewood, FL (13 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
11 days ago

Englewood, FL (13 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
11 days ago

care such as bathing, grooming, and toileting Light housekeeping and laundry Meal preparation Transportation to appointments and errands Following individualized care plans Helping clients maintain...

In Person Full Time

One-on-One Caregiver - Flexible Hours & Supportive Team

Home Care Association of America
Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
11 days ago

Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
11 days ago

In Person

Caregiver Needed - Bring Comfort & Companionship to Seniors

Home Care Association of America
North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
11 days ago

North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
11 days ago

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Care Giver weekends only

Discovery Management Group
North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
12 days ago

North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
12 days ago

care support, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulation, transferring, and eating assistance Respond to security system and resident call bells promptly Help residents maintain independence...

In Person Part Time

Live In Caregiver

Port Charlotte, FL
13 days ago

Port Charlotte, FL
13 days ago

Live In Caregiver (Port Charlotte) compensation: Negotiable employment type: job title: Live In Caregiver Live In Caregiver wanted. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job...

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RN, Registered Nurse Home Health

VitalCaring Group
Port Charlotte, FL
14 days ago

Port Charlotte, FL
14 days ago

Health Aides as needed Participate in on-call rotation as appropriate What You Bring Active RN license (or compact eligibility) + CPR certification Graduate of an accredited nursing program Minimum...

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Experienced Home Health Aide Flexible Weekday Schedule

Home Care Association of America
North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
18 days ago

North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
18 days ago

In Person

Private Duty HHA - Home Health Aide

Hospice of Marion County
North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
28 days ago

North Port, FL (8 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
28 days ago

Empath Personal Care offers free training to become a certified Home Health Aide - giving you the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career in healthcare....

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Per Diem Caregivers Needed

Home Care Association of America
Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
29 days ago

Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
29 days ago

preparation Help with personal care (bathing, grooming, toileting) Transport clients to appointments and activities Follow individualized care plans Work closely with families and care teams to support...

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Caregiver

Grand Living
Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
30+ days ago

Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
30+ days ago

Assisting them with activities of daily living including dressing, eating, grooming, communicating, toileting, personal hygiene and mobility needs....

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Caregiver Hero

Home Care Association of America
Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
30+ days ago

Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
30+ days ago

Caregivers provide companionship, Personal care, Specialized Care and assist clients with meal preparation, laundry and light housekeeping in accordance with their unique plan of care....

In Person

Compassionate Male Caregiver Needed Venice FL

Home Care Association of America
Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
45+ days ago

Venice, FL (20 miles from Port Charlotte, FL)
45+ days ago

preparation Transportation and errands Companionship and social support Personal care (bathing, toileting, hygiene) Following a care plan Communicating with families and care team What Were Looking...

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Demographic Data for Port Charlotte, FL

Moving to Port Charlotte, FL? Find some basic demographic data about Port Charlotte, FL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Port Charlotte, FL

Local

National

Total Population

80,770

Number of Businesses

1,930

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Port Charlotte, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.

Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Port Charlotte, FL 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 Port Charlotte, FL

Less than 1 year

39.1%

None

31.2%

1-2 years

23.5%

2-4 years

6.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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