Home Health Aide Jobs in Oceanport, 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

  • VNS Health
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Look no further VNS Health Personal Care is seeking compassionate and skilled Certified Home Health Aides like you What You Will Do Provide personal care and support, including ambulation, transfers...

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Staff Home Health Aide

  • VNS Health
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

As a Staff Home Health Aide with VNS Health Personal Care, you will provide exceptional care that our clients rely on to stay safe at home....

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Home Health Aide HHA

  • Elara Caring
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Health Aide, youll contribute to our success in the following ways: Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance Assist clients with mobility, transfers...

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Certified Home Health Aide- Mornings

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Monroe Township, NJ (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Assists residents with the activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and getting to and from activities and meals according to the resident care/service...

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Caregiver Needed

  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a caregiver. 17hrs per week. $25.00 per hr through PPP system. Hours are flexible. Job includes apartment cleaning, Some cooking, Transportation. You will need a valid driver's license...

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Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Part-Time Evenings & Weekends

  • The Arc of Ocean County
  • Toms River, NJ (23 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (23 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0786394 Job Title: Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Part-Time Evenings & Weekends Company: The Arc of Ocean County Location: Toms River, NJ Salary: Education:...

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Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Help at Home
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Edison Home Health Care of NY a Help at Home company is hiring Home Health Aides (HHA) in your community TODAY! We offer weekly pay starting up to $19.10 per hour!...

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APPLY NOW Certified HHA or PCA Flexible Schedules in Staten Island

  • Home Care Association of America
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Our care teams are passionate about serving our clients and are committed to providing the personal care and attention of a friend, whenever and wherever it is needed. Thats where you come in....

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Direct Support Professional

  • THE CENTER FOR FAMILY SUPPORT INC
  • Middletown, NJ (7 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (7 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Overview It takes a truly special person to be a great Direct Support Professional: you must be passionate about helping others, dedicated to protecting a person's rights, andmost of allwilling to...

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Direct Support Professional - On-Site Day Program

  • Eihab Human Services
  • Howell, NJ (14 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Howell, NJ (14 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Provide direct care and supervision to program participants Assist individuals with daily activities and personal care as needed Support participants in recreational, educational, and...

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Direct Support Professional - Ocean County, NJ

  • Eihab Human Services
  • Toms River, NJ (23 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (23 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Assist with daily living skills, personal care, medication administration, and recreational activities. Implement and contribute to Individual Habilitation Plans and/or Treatment Plans....

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Direct Support Professional - Monmouth County, NJ

  • Eihab Human Services
  • Freehold, NJ (15 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (15 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

What You’ll Do: Assist with daily living skills and personal care Administer medications and document services Support medical appointments and community activities Maintain a safe, structured, home-like...

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Home Health Aides

  • Affirmed Home Care
  • Monroe, NJ (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Monroe, NJ (21 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

care including bathing, grooming, and dressing Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and medication reminders (as permitted by care plan) Light housekeeping and meal preparation Provide companionship...

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Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

  • Keystone Human Services
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating...

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Evening Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Full-Time 3PM-11PM

  • The Arc, Ocean County Chapter
  • Brick, NJ (19 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (19 miles from Oceanport, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

What You'll Do Provide direct support to individuals living in group homes, apartments, and supported living settings Assist with day-to-day needs such as meal preparation, medication assistance, personal...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Oceanport, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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