Home Health Aide Jobs in Union, 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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Night Owl Caregiver Overnight Shifts in Columbus, NE

  • Union, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Union, NE
  • 1 day ago

Referral Bonuses & Other Perks What You'll Do: Provide compassionate overnight care in clients homes Assist with evening and morning routines, including mobility, personal care, and safety checks Perform...

Overnight In Home Caregiver

  • Hamburg, IA (19 miles from Union, NE)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hamburg, IA (19 miles from Union, NE)
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities Personal Care Services: Provide hands-on assistance to help clients maintain independence and comfort, including: Assist with personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, grooming, and...

Immediate Openings - Caregiver

  • Papillion, NE (23 miles from Union, NE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Papillion, NE (23 miles from Union, NE)
  • 8 days 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...

Sarpy and Pottawattamie County CareGivers Needed!

  • Manley, NE (16 miles from Union, NE)
  • 9 days ago
  • Manley, NE (16 miles from Union, NE)
  • 9 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence Don't worry we've got you covered: Paid training and Hand-on learning Shadow shifts...

Direct Support Professional - Full-time

  • Nebraska City, NE (10 miles from Union, NE)
  • 12 days ago
  • Nebraska City, NE (10 miles from Union, NE)
  • 12 days ago

Direct Support Professionals (DSP)performs responsible, professional work in providing training andsupport for individuals with disabilities in their homes and/orvarious community locations. This...

Looking for Day and Weekend Caregivers

  • Manley, NE (16 miles from Union, NE)
  • 14 days ago
  • Manley, NE (16 miles from Union, NE)
  • 14 days ago

As a Care Professional, your duties may include assisting with light housekeeping, companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, assistance with dressing, walking, bathing, toileting, and grooming...

Home Care Aide - Experience Required

  • Bellevue, NE (21 miles from Union, NE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (21 miles from Union, NE)
  • 16 days 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 in Norfolk, NE

  • Union, NE
  • 20 days ago
  • Union, NE
  • 20 days ago

Assist with activities of daily living, including mobility and transfers, bathing, grooming, and other personal cares....

Caregiver - Weekly Pay - $500 Signing Bonus

  • Bellevue, NE (21 miles from Union, NE)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (21 miles from Union, NE)
  • 24 days 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...

Weekend Caregiver

  • Union, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Union, NE
  • 30+ days ago

Yuo will engage in relationships, assist with household activities ad duties and assist with person al hygiene (bathing, toileting, etc) Dementia care Caregivers will complete a criminal background...

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Papillion, NE (23 miles from Union, NE)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Papillion, NE (23 miles from Union, NE)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Bellevue, NE (21 miles from Union, NE)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (21 miles from Union, NE)
  • 90+ days ago

of daily living....

Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant/Medication Aide

  • Papillion, NE (23 miles from Union, NE)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Papillion, NE (23 miles from Union, NE)
  • 90+ days ago

Hillcrest Health & Living is currently seeking a Personal Care Assistant/Certified Medication Aide for our Senior Care Community in Papillion, Nebraska....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Union, NE

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Union, 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
18.0%
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 Union, NE
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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