Home Health Aide Jobs in Elkhorn, NE

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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Caregiver - Weekly Pay

  • Elkhorn, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Elkhorn, NE
  • 9 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver (No Experience Required)

  • Bennington, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bennington, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 16 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - $500 New Hire Bonus

  • Bennington, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bennington, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 24 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Elkhorn, NE
  • 24 days ago
  • Elkhorn, NE
  • 24 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Direct Support Professional

  • Council Bluffs, IA (19 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA (19 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 90+ days ago

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right...

Immediate Openings - Caregiver

  • Bennington, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bennington, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 hour ago

care needs Help keep Clients' environment clean and organized Remind Client to take self-administered medications Successful applicants will meet the following requirements: You must have a minimum...

Caregiver - Weekly Pay - $500 Signing Bonus

  • La Vista, NE (12 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 hour ago
  • La Vista, NE (12 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 hour ago

care needs Help keep Clients' environment clean and organized Remind Client to take self-administered medications Successful applicants will meet the following requirements: You must have a minimum...

Caregiver

  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 day ago

Caregiver SYNERGY HomeCare of Omaha Now By checking this box, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions, Cookies and Privacy Policy. Continue Compensation $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Job Type :...

Resting Overnight Caregiver

  • Valley, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley, NE (7 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 1 day ago

Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting as needed....

Home Care Aide NEEDED For Elderly Veteran in Omaha, NE

  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 4 days ago

We are in need of a Personal Care Aide to assist one of our clients who is an elderly male Veteran and needs some help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and walking - to stay independent at home....

Caregiver

  • Blair, NE (18 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Blair, NE (18 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 5 days ago

of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed Engaging residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities Qualifications:...

Caregiver Flexible Schedule, daytime and evening shifts

  • Honey Creek, IA (24 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 6 days ago
  • Honey Creek, IA (24 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 6 days ago

Cueing & Safety Assistance/Memory Support Meal Prep & Medication Reminders Light Housekeeping Personal Care/Help with ADLs Sound perfect to you? Great, don't let someone else take it!...

Caregivers in private house - part time

  • Blair, NE (18 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 6 days ago
  • Blair, NE (18 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 6 days ago

Looking for reliable caregivers for elderly female in Blair NE. NO COMPANIES. Available shifts are Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 8am-3pm. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 3pm-10pm. CNA is...

Hospice Aide (CNA)

  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 7 days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES You will provide patient care including bathing, nail/skin care, dressing/undressing, dental and other personal hygiene while maintaining a sanitary and orderly environment You...

Caregiver - Immediate Openings - Weekly Pay

  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (16 miles from Elkhorn, NE)
  • 8 days ago

Earn a signing bonus in your first month and receive $300 ongoing for every referral. * Whats needed? Minimum of 6 months of paid senior caregiving experience OR one of these certifications: CNA,...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Elkhorn, NE

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Elkhorn, NE 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
18.1%
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 Elkhorn, NE
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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