Home Health Aide Jobs in Eastwood, KY

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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Residential DSP/Caregiver FT 7a-7p

  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 1 hour ago

Coach or assist Individuals with daily living skills, assist with or provide personal hygiene needs assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, feeding, toileting, etc....

DSP/Caregiver (7a-7p)

  • New Castle, KY (20 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Castle, KY (20 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 1 hour ago

The care and support includes activities of daily living, productive activities, and leisure activities....

Hiring Event - Caregiver / Home Health Aide

  • Buechel, KY (11 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Buechel, KY (11 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 6 hours ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimer's/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

Direct Support Professional

  • New Albany, IN (21 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Albany, IN (21 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 2 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...

Non Certified Caregiver (NA) Nights

  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Common Responsibilities: Assist residents with daily tasks; bathing and grooming Providing emotional support and encouragement to perform necessary tasks Providing mobility assistance may be required...

Caregiver (non-certified)

  • La Grange, KY (13 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Grange, KY (13 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Provides resident assistance with activities of daily living including but not limited to hygiene care, incontinence assistance, bathing & grooming....

RN / Registered Nurse Home Health in NEW ALBANY, IN

  • New Albany, IN (21 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Albany, IN (21 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Estimated payment breakdown $2,040 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends Specialty: RN Start Date: 7/21/2025 Duration: 13 40 hours per week Shift: 5-8s Days Employment Type: Traveler...

Caregiver

  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 3 days ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

Caregiver

  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Functions: Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility Engages residents in meaningful conversation...

Caregiver for Families

  • Memphis, IN (23 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Memphis, IN (23 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Charlestown, IN (17 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlestown, IN (17 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Louisville, KY (11 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (11 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago

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

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Float

  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more....

PRN Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (16 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago

We are looking for compassionate Caregivers to provide one-on-one support, companionship or personal care work with our in-home patients in Shively, KY and the surrounding areas. 1:1 Patient Care Earn...

Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Saint Regis Park, KY (9 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Regis Park, KY (9 miles from Eastwood, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care...

Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Diploma in Caregiving,Home Health Aide& Nurse aide(3in1)
Become a certified home health aide with this comprehensive multiple module online training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate,...
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Discover some key OD ideas and principles, and explore how to create meaningful change in your organisation in this three-week course from The Kings Fund. Build your confidence and develop your OD...
Home Health Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Certification Course
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Training Program/ Certification CourseBecome A Certified Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, or Caregiver!!Do You Want To...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Eastwood, KY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Eastwood, KY 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
18.1%
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 Eastwood, KY
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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