Home Health Aide Jobs in Buford, GA

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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Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Cumming, GA (15 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cumming, GA (15 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 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...

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER (Lawrenceville, GA)

  • Lawrenceville, GA (10 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (10 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 11 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Safe transfers using gait belts Experience with dementia care Meal preparation according to dietary needs Turning and positioning for comfort and pressure relief (especially at...

Caregiver - Full Time

  • Milton, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milton, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Caregiver at Vitality Living Milton! At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating meaningful...

Caregiver - Part-Time

  • Milton, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milton, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Caregiver at Vitality Living Milton! At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating meaningful...

Registered Nurse - Home Health - Local Contract Job

  • Cumming, GA (15 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (15 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Home Health Registered Nurse Contract Opportunity Location: Cumming, GA Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM Contract Length: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP Position Summary Sunbelt Staffing is...

Full time caregiver needed

  • Flowery Branch, GA (6 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Flowery Branch, GA (6 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care our child in Flowery Branch. The hours are Monday to Friday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The ideal candidate has special needs experience and owns...

Caregiver needed for 2 children, meal prep, flexible weekend hours

  • Lawrenceville, GA (10 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (10 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two children on weekends. The start date is flexible, but we need someone to begin on June 21, 2025, working from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturdays and...

Registered Nurse, Home Health PRN

  • Buford, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Coverage Area: Suwanee, Alpharetta, Cumming Shift: PRN Salary: $90,000.00- $95,000.00 This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The...

Caregiver

  • Alpharetta, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities What you will do as a Caregiver Enhance the lives of older adults by assisting them with mobility needs and daily living activities, including housekeeping, bathing, grooming, and routine...

Caregiver Needed for Preschool Child, Meal Prep on Thursdays

  • Lawrenceville, GA (10 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (10 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 4 days ago

We seek a dedicated babysitter for our preschool child on Thursdays from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, starting June 12, 2025. Responsibilities include engaging the child in play, supervising activities,...

RN Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Bonus: $50,000!! Coverage Area: Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, Suwanee, Peachtree Corners Shift: Full Time Salary: $90,000-$100,000 This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The...

Experienced Caregiver 24 Hrs/Week in Alpharetta

  • Alpharetta, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 5 days ago

From basic companion care (which includes, but is not limited to light housekeeping, sitter care, transportation, meal preparation, etc.) to more integral personal care (which includes, but is not limited...

Caregiver, CNA & Home Health Aide

  • Stone Mountain, GA (24 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stone Mountain, GA (24 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Seeking caregivers to provide in home care in the homes of our clients. Full and Part time hours available. Please click on the link below to apply or contact our office at ... for immediate...

Registered Nurse, Home Health Per Diem

  • Cumming, GA (15 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (15 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 6 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

  • Alpharetta, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (16 miles from Buford, GA)
  • 6 days ago

of daily living, assistance with medication, treatments, and other care while encouraging self-care and independence Escorts residents both within the building and outside, as needed Assists with setting...

Demographic Data for Buford, GA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Buford, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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