Home Health Aide Jobs in Lawrence, 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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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Methuen, MA (2 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Methuen, MA (2 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Salary: $99000 - $115000 / year This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate of annual compensation. Coverage Area: Salem / Pelham /...

Direct Support Professional

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 28 days ago

of daily living are preformed during shift Youll support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs....

Psychiatric Home Health Nurse- Evenings

  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 hours 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 (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 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

  • Lowell, MA (8 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lowell, MA (8 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

**Essential Job Requirements:**\ - Availability in: Greater Lowell Area\ - Willingness to work short hour cases\ - Ability to drive or take public transportation to cases\ Cases We Offer:\ - Home Health...

Caregiver

  • Seabrook, NH (19 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seabrook, NH (19 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Must be comfortable with housekeeping, companionship, and light personal care. Able to lift 10-50/lb....

Caregiver / HHA - Adult Care

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

CNA / HHA (Home Health Aide) - Part Time / PRN

  • Lexington, MA (17 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (17 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago

The CNA / HHA (Home Health Aide) will: Assist with activities of daily living such as grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, bathing/showering, eating, etc....

Caregiver - New London

  • Raymond, NH (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

and other personal care Alzheimers Care Ability to treat and care for aging adults and their property with dignity and respect Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and compassionate manner...

Caregiver Needed for Infant, Tuesdays to Thursdays, 12 PM to 5 PM

  • Somerville, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

We seek a babysitter to support my wife while I am in the office with our 3 month old baby. Support is needed for the following days from 12PM - 5PM: - July 1 - July 2 - July 3 - July 8 - July 9 -...

Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

  • Lowell, MA (8 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (8 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Nashua, NH, US Full-time +1 We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN.Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides....

Personal Care Assistant, PCA

  • Hampton, NH (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hampton, NH (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Start your nursing career journey as a Personal Care Assistant where you will provide assistance to residents with their basic activities of daily living to support an independent lifestyle...

Full Time Days- LNA, PCA, or HHA

  • Bedford, NH (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bedford, NH (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

FULL TIME- Sunday through Thursday- 7am-3pm RCA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided...

HHA-Home Health Aide FT/PT 3pm -11pm

  • Chelmsford, MA (12 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (12 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

FT/PT 3p-11p evening Opportunities $18.75-20/HR CNA/HHA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting...

Evening Psychiatric Home Health Nurse

  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Lawrence, MA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Lawrence, MA

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Highest Education Level

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


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