Home Health Aide Jobs in Edgewater, MD

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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Direct Support Professional

  • Sevita
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Assist with daily activities: Personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living....

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Direct Support Professional - PRN (Ann Arundel Co.)

  • Catholic Charities Of Baltimore
  • Glen Burnie, MD (17 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (17 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

following specific dining protocols and treatments. • Assists with and teaches skills in laundry, meal preparation, and other household chores. • Utilizes the Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) approach...

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Community Health Nurse IV

  • Prince George's County Government
  • Capitol Heights, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Come join our team! Prince Georges County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving...

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Work from Home mom needs a caregiver

  • Sittercity
  • College Park, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • College Park, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Hi starting the application again (from corporate account) - Work from home mom need help while I work. 3-4 a days or couple times a week. I can share schedule couple days ahead of time. Your job...

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Caregiver

  • Home Care Association of America
  • Pasadena, MD (14 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pasadena, MD (14 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Provide assistance with personal care. Assist with mobility, transfers and range of motion exercises. Handle meal planning, preparation and feeding. Properly manage household needs....

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Community Health Nurse Coordinator, Care Delivery

  • University of Maryland Medical System | Credenza
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Community Health Nurse Coordinator, Care Delivery The Community Health Nurse Coordinator works to build healthy community principles and the nursing process to assess communities, community...

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RN / Registered Nurse Home Health in Largo, MD

  • Ardor Health Solutions
  • Largo, MD (12 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Largo, MD (12 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Estimated payment breakdown $2,266 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends Specialty: RN Start Date: 6/3/2026 Duration: 13 40 hours per week Shift: 8 Hrs Employment Type: Traveler Ardor...

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Caregiver

  • Sevita
  • Bowie, MD (11 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (11 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago

preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by...

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Caregiver

  • Priority Life Care
  • Annapolis, MD (8 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (8 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago

PRN At Priority Life Care (PLC), we believe everyone deserves dignity, compassion, and respect, including our coworkers. If you are looking to serve and make a positive difference in someone's...

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Registered Nurse - Home Health Visits

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

You have chosen to deny this site access to your location - please change your preference in your browser if you wish to use this function. Area: Registered Nurse Employment Type: Full time...

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Caregiver recruiter/Scheduler

  • integrated care management
  • Bowie, MD (11 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (11 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

un Caregiver recruiter/Scheduler (BOWIE) integrated care management compensation: $20-25 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Recruiter Caregiver Recruiter Job Summary...

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Live In caregiver

  • Brickwood Assisted Living
  • Rock Hall, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rock Hall, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

un Live In caregiver (Rock Hall, MD) Brickwood Assisted Living 5307 Elburn Lane compensation: Negotiable employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Caregiver Caregiver wanted for...

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Caregiver

  • Comfort Keepers of Annapolis
  • Millersville, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Millersville, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Comfort Keepers is strongly considering candidates with previous experience as a Caregiver, CNA, Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide/Assistant, or similar positions....

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Direct Support Professional - Weekend Warriors

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Grasonville, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Grasonville, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 13 days ago

The Direct Support Personnel I works directly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living and adaptive skills....

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Registered Nurse Home Health - AA County

  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • Glen Burnie, MD (17 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (17 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Overview Full-time - Home Health Visits in: Severna Park, Arnold, Annapolis, Davidsonville, and Crownsville. Make a difference every day as an Amedisys registered nurse case manager Join...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Edgewater, MD

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Edgewater, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Edgewater, MD
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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