Home Health Aide Jobs in Joplin, MO

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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HCY Caregivers - Part Time

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Carl Junction, MO (6 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Carl Junction, MO (6 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 10 hours ago

Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward Provide ambulatory support Help with light...

In Person Part Time

Caregiver - Full Time

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Columbus, KS (21 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbus, KS (21 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 10 hours ago

Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward Provide ambulatory support Help with light...

In Person Full Time

IH Caregiver - fluent in Vietnamese

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 18 hours ago

Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward Provide ambulatory support Help with light...

In Person

Caregiver - Part Time

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Galena, KS (10 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Galena, KS (10 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward Provide ambulatory support Help with light...

In Person Part Time

Direct Support Professional (Float)

  • Brightli
  • Joplin, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 2 days ago

care and hygiene Document client progress, achievements, and milestones Communicate effectively with clients, families, and team members Follow each individuals Individual Support Plan (ISP) Participate...

In Person

In Home Caregiver - Part to Full time

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Two clients, aproximately 35 hours per week total Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward...

In Person Full Time

In Home Caregiver - Part-time

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Joplin, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 5 days ago

Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward Provide ambulatory support Help with light...

In Person Part Time

In Home Caregiver

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Pittsburg, KS (21 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pittsburg, KS (21 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Your Responsibilities May Include: Personal care/Grooming Friendly companionship Assist with activities of daily living Prepare meals and clean up afterward Provide ambulatory support Help with light...

In Person

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • THE ARC OF THE OZARKS
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago

An employee in this class provides training and supports to assigned persons served in dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, and other activities of daily living....

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Part Time/PRN

  • THE ARC OF THE OZARKS
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago

An employee in this class provides training and supports to assigned persons served in dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, and other activities of daily living....

In Person Part Time

Direct Support Professional - Community Connections Joplin

  • THE ARC OF THE OZARKS
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago

daily living....

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Hospice Care Consultant

  • Gentiva
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Loma Linda, MO (7 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Lead with purpose. Advocate with heart. Make a lasting difference. Join our growing team as a Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) - a strategic sales representative who champions our mission...

In Person

Hospice Aide - PRN

  • Hospice Compassus
  • Pittsburg, KS (21 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pittsburg, KS (21 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Company: Compassus At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance...

In Person

Hospice Care Consultant

  • Gentiva Health Services
  • Joplin, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 14 days ago

Overview Lead with purpose. Advocate with heart. Make a lasting difference. Join our growing team as a Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) - a strategic sales representative who champions our mission...

In Person

Direct Support Professional

  • Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
  • Diamond, MO (11 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Diamond, MO (11 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 15 days ago

preparation, personal care, and household chores Providing companionship and emotional support Running errands and accompanying individuals to appointments or community activities Requirements: At...

In Person

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Joplin, MO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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