Home Health Aide Jobs in Melrose Park, IL

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 - Immediate Openings

  • Lincolnwood, IL (8 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Lincolnwood, IL (8 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

In Home Caregiver

  • Norridge, IL (4 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Norridge, IL (4 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - Weekly Pay

  • Norridge, IL (4 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norridge, IL (4 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

  • Lincolnwood, IL (8 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lincolnwood, IL (8 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver

  • Aurora, IL (22 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (22 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Explore Numerous Nearby Locations for Your Convenience! Schedule an Interview First - Apply Afterwards DISCOVER CAREERS, WELL LIVED. Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person...

Private Caregiver

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (18 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (18 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

YOUR TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living to an assigned group of senior residents living in our Assisted Living and Memory Care community Promote socialization...

Certified Caregiver

  • Tinley Park, IL (23 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (23 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Assist in all aspects of a resident's daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement....

CAREGivers Needed

  • Schaumburg, IL (14 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (14 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Duties include, but are not limited to: Companionship and conversation Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation Medication and appointment reminders Assistance with grooming and bathing Assistance...

Immediate Openings - Caregiver

  • Hometown, IL (13 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hometown, IL (13 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

care needs Help keep Clients' environment clean and organized Remind Client to take self-administered medications Successful applicants will meet the following requirements: You must have a minimum...

Caregiver

  • Westmont, IL (9 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westmont, IL (9 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Responsibilities: - Build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living,...

Live-in Caregiver

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (23 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (23 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Helping seniors with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and grooming. Assisting with medication reminders. Preparing delicious meals and keeping their homes tidy....

Professional CareGiver

  • Darien, IL (12 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Darien, IL (12 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

health aide (HHA), personal care assistant (PCA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), registered nurse (RN), Previous experience is also a plus as home-care caregiver, elderly care caregiver, working...

Direct Support Professional (DSP):

  • Country Club Hills, IL (24 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Country Club Hills, IL (24 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

to become more independent Responsible for the appearance of consumers and ensures that all consumers are dressed and groomed appropriately Prepare and/or assist consumers in meal preparation following...

Weekday 1-1 In-Home Senior Caregiver - Edgewater, Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility * Companionship and social interaction, engaging in conversation, games, and activities * Medication reminders *...

Caregiver

  • Wilmette, IL (13 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmette, IL (13 miles from Melrose Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

preparation Light housework Laundry Shopping Job Requirements Be at least 18 years of age Have a driver's license and a personal vehicle Ability to pass a background check High School diploma/GED OR...

Demographic Data for Melrose Park, IL

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Melrose Park, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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