Home Health Aide Jobs in Forest Park, 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

  • Griffin, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Griffin, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, 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...

Hospice Care Consultant/Sales

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 hours ago

Care, Girling Personal Care, The Home Option and Victorian Home Care....

Weekend Registered Nurse- Home Health

  • Fayetteville, GA (11 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, GA (11 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Summary We are hiring for a Weekend Registered Nurse. At Suncrest Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that...

Now Hiring In-Home Senior Caregivers

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 hours ago

Our caregivers offer companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, transportation, and personal care assistance....

Travel Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Tucker, GA (18 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tucker, GA (18 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN will assess patient needs,...

Caregiver, CNA & Home Health Aide

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day 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...

Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Austell, GA (21 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austell, GA (21 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility....

Caregiver Needed for Two Children on Thursdays from Morning to Evening

  • Riverdale, GA (4 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverdale, GA (4 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for two children on Thursdays from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM, starting July 10, 2025. Responsibilities include preparing meals, helping with homework,...

Caregiver needed for 1 elementary child for homework and bedtime help.

  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM, starting on August 6, 2025. The babysitter will help with...

Direct Support Professional

  • Lithia Springs, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lithia Springs, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Tucker, GA (18 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tucker, GA (18 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Caregiver needed for two children, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 AM to 5 PM

  • Peachtree City, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Peachtree City, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 6 days ago

We need a responsible babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on July 2, 2025, and occurs every Wednesday and Thursday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Your main tasks...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) NEEDED

  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Direct Support Staff (DSP) Direct Support Staff are individuals who work directly with individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities with the aim of assisting the individual to become...

Case Manager Registered Nurse - Home Health Contract in Stockbridge

  • Stockbridge, GA (10 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stockbridge, GA (10 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) Contract Opportunity Location: Stockbridge, GA Schedule: MondayFriday, Days Hours: 40 hours/week Assignment Length: 13 Weeks We are hiring an experienced Home...

Caregiver

  • Peachtree City, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Peachtree City, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Here's why: You provide exceptional, personalized care to support seniors in their activities of daily living....

Demographic Data for Forest Park, GA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Forest Park, GA

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Highest Education Level

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


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