Home Health Aide Jobs in Georgia

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

  • Rome, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rome, 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...

Registered Nurse Home Health - Travel - (HH RN)

  • Newnan, GA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newnan, GA
  • 16 hours ago

Requirements Registered Nurse - Home Health - Travel - (HH RN) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $2125.18 - $2342.03 How long is the contract assignment? 13 weeks 2. 13Weeks 3....

Registered Nurse Home Health- Hospice

  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 16 hours ago

THIS IS FOR THE Gainesville/Cumming. How long is the contract assignment? 8 weeks 4. Schedule of assignment hours? M-F 8 -5 5. Will there be any weekend rotation? Yes. 1 backup weekend every 5...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Ringgold, GA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Ringgold, GA
  • 16 hours ago

REGISTERED NURSE I Total number of positions needed: 1 REQUIRED:I CANNOT post without the ICIMS # in the system for the perm posting: _2025-38046______________ 1. How long is the contract...

Duties * MUST be dog friendly and able to walk dog * Assist clients with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and meal preparation. * Monitor and record vital signs as needed...

Caregiver

  • Thomaston, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Thomaston, GA
  • 1 day ago

Georgia Mentor** **,** **a part of the Sevita family** **,** provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the...

Home Health Nurse - LPN

  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Supplemental Health Care has immediate openings for experienced home health LPNs in the Columbus, Georgia area. We are looking for nurses with at least 1 year of recent experience...

Home Care Aide

  • Brunswick, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Brunswick, GA
  • 1 day ago

Meaningful work with clients who need your help Industry leader with 40+ years of history in a high-demand field As a Personal Care Attendant, youll work 1-on-1 with your clients inside their homes,...

Direct Support Professional

  • Saint Marys, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Marys, GA
  • 1 day ago

Provide verbal and/or physical prompts to support individuals in daily activities and promote independent living, such as working toward personal goals, meal preparation, cleaning, transportation, and...

Personal Care Aide

  • Chatsworth, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chatsworth, GA
  • 1 day ago

NOW HIRING CAREGIVERS Home Instead Blairsville, GA ? Flexible hours? Paid training? Meaningful work Looking for compassionate people to help seniors stay safely at home. Full-time, part-time, and...

Caregiver Needed for Toddler on Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Looking for a reliable baby sitter on Saturdays. My schedule isnt the same every Saturday but on an average if 4-5 hours are needed. The babysitter engages the child in fun and educational...

Personal Caregiver

  • Meldrim, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Meldrim, GA
  • 1 day ago

Eligibility Requirements: Previous Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Experience is a plus, but not required Access to insured and reliable transportation Dedication to professional development, including...

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 1 day ago

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) this resource Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking to hire Skilled Caregivers and Home Health Aides to join a dynamic care team providing clinical expertise...

Full time caregiver / companion

  • Ellijay, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ellijay, GA
  • 1 day ago

un Full time caregiver / companion (Ellijay) Private home compensation: 800+ per week. + other benefits and Free room and board employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Caregiver I...

Northwest Georgia - Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using...

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Georgia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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