Home Health Aide Jobs in Florida

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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Seniors Helping Seniors (Central East FL) is hiring an experienced Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide Personal Care (assistance with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, toileting, eating, etc...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 60+ days ago

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

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Palm Coast, FL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Palm Coast, FL
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Salary: $75,000-$83,000 This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting is an estimate of annual...

VA Personal Caregiver

  • Jupiter, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jupiter, FL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Part-Time Personal Care Assistants Needed

  • Gulfport, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gulfport, FL
  • 9 hours ago

An active 43-year-old woman with a disability who lives in Gulfport is seeking reliable Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support her daily routines....

Home Health Aide

  • North Port, FL
  • 10 hours ago
  • North Port, FL
  • 10 hours ago

Caregiver Services Inc is registering Caregivers in your community TODAY! Why should you join? Flexible scheduling Meaningful work with clients who need your help Weekly pay Industry leader with...

Direct Support Professional-ICF

  • Orlando, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Direct Support Professional Shift for this position: Fridays 10pm to 7am and Saturdays 11pm to 7am Part Time Orlando Must have at least 6 months IDD and/or caregiving experience, Must...

Personal Care Aide

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation and companionship....

Caregiver

  • Palm Coast, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Palm Coast, FL
  • 21 hours ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 21 hours 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...

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming...

In Home Caregiver - Weekly Pay - Start Immediately

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago

Were looking for exceptional in-home caregivers who have a passion for helping older adults We provide competitive benefits and 24/7 support. Weekly pay We offer weekly pay (direct deposits...

MALE CAREGIVER / Su & Mo 12 hour Day shift /C.N.A. / H.H.A.

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 day ago

Private Agency Has a Male client who need's help with his day to day activities. 6' 185 lbs. Has a broken leg, need's help getting around. Client does speak Spanish and English. Client lives' in...

Seeking Caregiver for 73-Year-Old Father

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago

For example, wheelchair, walker, bathing. If you are dedicated to providing care with a personal touch, we would love to hear from you. Please reply with your resume and contact information....

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

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


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