Home Health Aide Jobs in Abington, MA

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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Home Health Aide

  • Plymouth, MA (23 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (23 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Personal care may include assistance with activities of daily living, housecleaning, laundry and shopping....

Registered Nurse, Home Health $35,000 Bonus

  • Dorchester, MA (14 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA (14 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 29 days ago

Bonus: $35,000 Salary: $90000 - $115000 / year Coverage Area: Boston, Dorchester, Mattapan, Hyde Park, West Roxbury, MA and surrounding areas Shift: Full time #AC-RN Offer Based on Years of...

Experienced Caregiver

  • Hingham, MA (5 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hingham, MA (5 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Care: Assisting with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and meals with respect and patience Home Safety & Housekeeping: Helping maintain a calm, familiar, and organized environment with basic cleaning, laundry...

Caregiver - HHA - Days (Short Shifts)

  • Belmont, MA (22 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Belmont, MA (22 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

preparation, grocery shopping, transportation, ambulation, and transfers....

Direct Support Professional/ Halcyon

  • Dighton, MA (23 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Dighton, MA (23 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

$1000.00 Sign-On Bonus Excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities! Become a part of the Halcyon Center, a program that serves adults in...

Community Health Nurse Per Diem Jamaica Plain

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Caregiver Needed for Two Children, Tue-Thu Mornings, Must Have Car

  • Marshfield, MA (12 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marshfield, MA (12 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We need a babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary, every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, starting on July 15, 2025. The babysitter plays with the...

HHA- Mind & Memory- Per Diem

  • Mansfield, MA (15 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, MA (15 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

HHA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident...

Direct Support Professional - Weymouth/Braintree _ Saturday & Sunday ONLY

  • Braintree, MA (6 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Braintree, MA (6 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and grooming....

Direct Support Professional - Plymouth/Marshfield/Wareham/Carver

  • Marshfield, MA (12 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marshfield, MA (12 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Direct care include assistance with activities of daily living, light housekeeping, laundry, and shopping....

Direct Support Professional - WEEKEND ONLY Shift Differential Pay

  • Stoughton, MA (7 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stoughton, MA (7 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Direct care include assistance with activities of daily living, light housekeeping, laundry, and shopping....

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2 - Department 374

  • Lynn, MA (23 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynn, MA (23 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Schedule: Thursday-Saturday 11:00PM-9:00AM Awake (30 Hours) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide support and assist individuals with all activities of daily living....

Psychiatric Home Health Nurse- Evenings

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Observes and supervises Home Health Aide & LPN to evaluate performance and quality of care....

Community Health Nurse, Jamaica Plain BWH 18 hrs

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Caregiver / HHA - Adult Care

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Abington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Health Aides: Activities of daily living Light housekeeping Bathing Grooming Toileting Nail care Range of motion / exercises Transfers / use of mechanical lifting devices Oral feeding Vital sign checks...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Abington, MA

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Highest Education Level

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


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