Home Health Aide Jobs in Clayton, NJ

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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Wesley Enhanced Living

Personal Care Aide / Med Tech

Communicate status of residents to incoming staff Respond to resident emergencies, and determine appropriate interventions based on Personal Care policies and procedures....

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Home Health for a travel assignment in Youngsville North Carolina.

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Chester, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chester, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ 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

  • Chester, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chester, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 17 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 - Part Time

  • Brookhaven, PA (21 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Brookhaven, PA (21 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ 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....

Weekend Caregiver

  • Garnet Valley, PA (23 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Garnet Valley, PA (23 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ 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

  • Aston, PA (23 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aston, PA (23 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ 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

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 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...

Caregiver

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Mentor 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...

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Bridgeport, NJ (17 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Bridgeport, NJ (17 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Caregiver for Families

  • Richwood, NJ (6 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Richwood, NJ (6 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Caregiver

  • Harrisonville, NJ (9 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Harrisonville, NJ (9 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Caregiver for autistic child

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

un Caregiver for autistic child (Philadelphia) gmadgeholdings 24 near Thompson compensation: TBD employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Caregiver Childcare Looking...

Caregiver for autistic child

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a caregiver who can either live in or can come and go everyday, however it is a split shift. You can also work just afternoons and evenings.

Residential Direct Support Professional I - Philadelphia County

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Clayton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Position : Residential Direct Support Professional I Location : Developmental Disabilities Program, Philadelphia County Availability of Position : Immediately (Multiple positions...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Clayton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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


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