Home Health Aide Jobs in Wilmington Island, 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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Caregiver for Families

  • Pooler, GA (18 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pooler, GA (18 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 20 hours ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Home Care Aide

  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Medical, Dental and Eye Insurance Caregiver Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments...

Caregiver

  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting....

Hospice Aide - CNA - PRN

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Company: Compassus At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance...

Caregiver

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Pay Class: Part-Time Hours: Morning and Overnight Weekend Shifts Site Location: Tanglewood, Savannah, GA 31419 Rate of Pay: $14.50/hr Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family,...

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Tybee Island, GA (4 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tybee Island, GA (4 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Registered Nurse (Home Health)

  • Pooler, GA (18 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pooler, GA (18 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Summary We are hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN). Premium Rates!! At SunCrest Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful...

Caregiver CG / Home Health Aide HHA Weekday Morning Shifts Hilton Head

  • Hilton Head, SC (17 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hilton Head, SC (17 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 11 days ago

various personal care services and home maker services as necessary to meet the clients needs....

CNA - Hospice Aide

  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Health Aides/CNAsPosition Type: Full-TimeCompany: Gentiva Hospice...

RN Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Full-time days Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies...

Hospice Care Consultant - Service South Carolina Low Country

  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (21 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 13 days ago

300,000 businesses Company assistance program supporting teammates in times of need As a Critical Member Of Our Care Team, Our Hospice Care Consultants Make a Meaningful Difference In Our...

Personal Care Aide (PCA) / Caregiver

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 13 days ago

the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at home Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation...

Caregiver Needed for Elementary Child with Tutoring and Transport Duties

  • Rincon, GA (24 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Rincon, GA (24 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 14 days ago

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child from May 28, 2025. The schedule is every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM....

Caregiver

  • Bloomingdale, GA (23 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, GA (23 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 16 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Home Care Aide

  • Savannah, GA (7 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (7 miles from Wilmington Island, GA)
  • 18 days ago

As a Personal Care Attendant, youll work 1-on-1 with your clients inside their homes, and support them with the following types of activities: Light housekeeping, including organizing, laundry and basic...

Demographic Data for Wilmington Island, GA

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Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Wilmington Island, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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