Home Health Aide Jobs in Princeton, 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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Certified Home Health Aide, Hospice

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Aide / CNA Coverage Area: Edison and surrounding cities Reimagine Your Career in Hospice As a medical professional, you know that what you do impacts you...

Experienced Certified Home Health Aide (Chha)

  • East Windsor, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

care: dressing, grooming and assisting with meals Light housekeeping: basic cleaning, laundry, and organizing Transportation: Driving clients to appointments, running errands, and grocery shopping...

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 45+ 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 Caregiver

  • Monroe, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Monroe, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ 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...

Direct Support Professional

  • Southampton, PA (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southampton, PA (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community and we are offering a *$1,000 sign-on bonus to join our team! Start your career with the nations leading provider of in-home support to seniors and...

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Scotch Plains, NJ (23 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Scotch Plains, NJ (23 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications : Must hold an active home health aide license in the state of NJ. Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position....

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - Live In $190-$225 / day

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

of daily living in accordance with an established plan of care....

Caregiver/Housekeeper Live-In Wanted-Private Home

  • Hopewell, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hopewell, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Need help with activities of daily living, housekeeping, shopping, meal prep, laundry. MUST be good health and strong enough to assist lifting 110 lb woman AND experienced with hoyer lift....

Direct Support Professional

  • Bound Brook, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Direct Support Professional Posted Date 1 week ago (7/3/2025 12:12 PM) Requisition ID 2025-45230 Category Direct Care Position Type Full-Time or Part-Time Description Join Devereux New Jersey...

Full Time Caregiver Position 7-3

  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

**Key Responsibilities:** - Provide direct personal care, including assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. - Help clients with mobility, including transferring from beds, chairs...

Full Time Caregiver Position 3-11

  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

**Qualifications:** - High school diploma or equivalent; experience or education in caregiving preferred. - Certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a plus....

Full Time Caregiver 11p-7a

  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

**Key Responsibilities:** - Provide personal care assistance to clients, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. - Assist clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring their safety at...

Caregiver Experience Partner

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The Caregiver Experience Partner provides leadership and direction in the development of business units and functions within an assigned portfolio of internal stakeholders to improve caregiver...

Caregiver Experience Specialist

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Initiates and carries out the ongoing development and implementation of Caregiver Experience team programs and initiatives. Executes and leads all stages of varying projects that aim to improve...

Homemaker/Certified Home Health Aide - CHHA

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications for a Home Health Aide (HHA): MUST HAVE ACTIVE NJ HHA - Home Health Aide License *If you do not have an HHA License, we have a training program available....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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