Home Health Aide Jobs in Ferdinand, IN

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

  • Huntingburg, IN (8 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Huntingburg, IN (8 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

HHA - Tell City, IN

  • Tell City, IN (14 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tell City, IN (14 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 4 hours ago

Assistance to restroom/bed Companionship Medication reminders Light housekeeping Light meal preparation Maxim Benefits: Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company...

Caregiver for Families

  • Lynnville, IN (24 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lynnville, IN (24 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 9 days ago

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

Certified Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Education: High School / GED Experience: 0-1 years Indiana Home Health Aide Certification Required LOCATION US-IN-Boonville Woodmont Health Campus 1325 Rockport Road Boonville IN BENEFITS Competitive...

Lebanon Part-Time CAREGivers Needed

  • Tell City, IN (14 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tell City, IN (14 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Now hiring CAREGivers in Boone County to provide essential care and companionship for seniors in your community. All Shifts are available and flexible. But First Do You Qualify... You have...

Direct Support Professional

  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Help at Home is hiring caregivers in your community TODAY! Now offering weekly pay! Starting pay up to $17 an hour! Start your career with the nations leading provider of in-home support to...

Home Care Aide

  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago

of daily living, when the clients are not able to perform the tasks themselves....

Home Health Aide

  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Health Aides support our clients with basic health care monitoring such as taking vital signs and assisting with medication reminders along with support for activities of daily living including grooming...

Overnight Caregivers Needed - Warrick & Vanderburgh County Indiana $16.00 per Hour

  • Holland, IN (11 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Holland, IN (11 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Care services which could include: o Companionship and conversation o Providing stabilization and assistance with walking o Preparing meals and cleaning up meal-related items o Providing medication...

Caregiver Female Client- Mt. Vernon, IN - 12pm-4pm Part-Time $16.00

  • Gentryville, IN (13 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Gentryville, IN (13 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 18 days ago

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

Caregiver Female Client- Mt. Vernon, IN - 8am-2:30pm Part-Time $16.00

  • Lynnville, IN (24 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lynnville, IN (24 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 18 days ago

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

Caregiver

  • Tell City, IN (14 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tell City, IN (14 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

care and hygiene assistance for aging adults or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, toileting, dressing and grooming...

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boonville, IN (23 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

CAREGiver Mt. Vernon, Indiana Monday-Thursday 8am-2:30pm

  • Dale, IN (9 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dale, IN (9 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Taswell, IN (19 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Taswell, IN (19 miles from Ferdinand, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Ferdinand, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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