Home Health Aide Jobs in New Bedford, 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 (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 11 days ago

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

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Sandwich, MA (24 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sandwich, MA (24 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

Certified Home Health Aide, Nantucket (Per Diem), VNA of Cape Cod

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Perform only those tasks as prescribed by the case manager on the home health aide plan of care....

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Salary: $90000 - $110000 / year This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate...

Personal Care Assistant

  • Wareham, MA (15 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wareham, MA (15 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Personal Care Assistant (Wareham) image 1 of 1 compensation: $19.50/hour employment type: job title: Personal Care Assistant Independent living is not doing things by yourself....

Caregiver

  • Newport, RI (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport, RI (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 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...

In Home Caregiver - Overnights and Days

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Caregiver Duties: Companionship Personal care (toileting, bathing, dressing) Light housekeeping and meal preparation Transportation to doctor's appointments, social outings, and errands Medication and...

Direct Support Professional - All Shifts Available

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 4 days ago

Come join one of the area’s largest employers! See everything going on at LifeStream on our Facebook and Instagram page Schedule: Now hiring for full-time and part-time. Day shifts, evening...

CNA Hospice Aide

  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

Direct Support Professional II - Awake Overnight

  • East Wareham, MA (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Wareham, MA (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

To assist and/ or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their best....

Private Caregiver

  • Middleborough, MA (18 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Middleborough, MA (18 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities include: Personal care assistance Meal preparation Light housekeeping Medication reminders Companionship Making a positive difference in the lives of our seniors Our Investment in You...

Direct Support Professional

  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration....

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Seekonk, MA (24 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seekonk, MA (24 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Private Caregiver - $100 Bonus

  • Mashpee, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mashpee, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities include: Personal care assistance Meal preparation Light housekeeping Medication reminders Companionship Making a positive difference in the lives of our seniors Our Investment in You...

Direct Support Professional II

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Teach and assist with daily living skills, personal care, and household tasks. Implement Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and accurately document progress....

Demographic Data for New Bedford, MA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in New Bedford, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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