Home Health Aide Jobs in Forked River, 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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Home Health Aide - P/T Days- Benefits

  • Wall, NJ (23 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wall, NJ (23 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Perform and/or assist patient with personal care activities, such as, baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene....

Home Health Aide - F/T Days

  • Brick, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Perform and/or assist patient with personal care activities, such as, baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene....

Direct Support Professional

  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

NJ Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) or Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)

  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Seeking NJ Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) or Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)!...

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Wall Township, NJ (23 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wall Township, NJ (23 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

of Daily Living (ADLs) in a safe and professional manner Supply personal companionship, remaining actively engaged with each client by providing ongoing social & emotional support Assist with personal...

Direct Support Professional

  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers....

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Osbornville, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Osbornville, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers...

Live In Caregivers - Permanent and Temporary

  • Beach Haven, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Beach Haven, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

A day in the life of a CarePRO includes: Companionship and conversation Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation Medication and appointment reminders Alzheimer's Care Bathing, showering, toileting...

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

  • Whiting, NJ (8 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Whiting, NJ (8 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Crestwood Manor is seeking Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) to join our team! Crestwood Manor is a Springpoint Senior Living Community located in Whiting, NJ....

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for Certified Home Health Aides to join our growing team and help to bring our unique care philosophy to life....

Home Health Aide-Caregiver

  • Brick, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (15 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

**HHA Job Responsibilities:** + Perform personal care: bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding + Assist with ambulation / Transfers / mechanical lift devices / range of motion exercises + Assist with...

Caregiver-CHHA

  • Manahawkin, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Manahawkin, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

**HHA Job Responsibilities:** + Perform personal care: bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding + Assist with ambulation / transfers / mechanical lift devices / range of motion exercises + Assist with...

New Jersey Certified Home Health Aid (HHA)

  • Clarksburg, NJ (24 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clarksburg, NJ (24 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES INCLUDE: Aiding with activities of daily living Assisting with shopping, errands & transportation Pick up prescriptions & assist with telehealth visits Light housekeeping Meal preparation...

Caregiver CAN HHA

  • West Creek, NJ (13 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Creek, NJ (13 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

You may be asked to do light housekeeping, companionship, outings, medical appointments, showers, toileting, medication reminders, dressing, grooming, oral care, transferring, or any other ADL or IADL...

Home Health Aide

  • Manahawkin, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Manahawkin, NJ (10 miles from Forked River, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

. + Perform and/or assist patient with personal care activities, such as, baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene....

Demographic Data for Forked River, NJ

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Forked River, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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


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