Home Health Aide Jobs in Union, 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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Staff Home Health Aide

  • Long Island City, NY (17 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (17 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 23 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...

Home Health Aide

  • Staten Island, NY (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 45+ 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...

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 30+ 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...

Certified Home Health Aide, Hospice

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 11 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...

Direct Support Professional

  • Staten Island, NY (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

New and exciting opportunities are available for Direct Care and Group Home workers located in all 5 boroughs! Are you looking to make a difference? If Youre passionate about helping individuals...

Home Care Agency needs HHA to work case in Staten Island

  • Staten Island, NY (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Staten Island, NY (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Health Aide training program as demonstrated by a valid Home Health Aide Certificate One (1) year satisfactory experience in Home Care, desired....

DSP Direct Support Professional - Overnight Per Diem

  • Paterson, NJ (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Paterson, NJ (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

You will assist and/or supervise individuals in personal care areas i.e. bathing/toileting; participate and/or supervise in cleaning, cooking and life skills....

Direct Support Professional (NYFAC)

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Location: Howard Beach, Queens, NY Pay Rate: $21.25/hr. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm (1 hour lunch) No Weekends! / Driver's License Required Direct Support Professionals perform a wide...

Caregiver needed in Clifton New Jersey

  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

A client needs personal care in Clifton, NJ. He will need care in the morning at 9:30am-11:30am and care in the evening at 6pm-8pm (Mondays-Sundays)....

Weekend Cover Caregiver needed in Clifton New Jersey

  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

A client needs personal care in Clifton, NJ. He will need care in the morning at 9:30am-11:30am and care in the evening at 6pm-8pm (Mondays-Sundays)....

Experienced Caregiver Needed in Rutherford

  • Rutherford, NJ (12 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rutherford, NJ (12 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

An adorable 87 years old female client needs personal care/ homemaker services in Rutherford, NJ 07070. She will need an experienced HHA that can drive as her aide....

Experienced and Babysitters Caregivers Needed

  • Newark, NJ (5 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (5 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering...

Experienced HHA Needed in Bloomfield, New Jersey 07003.

  • Bloomfield, NJ (8 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (8 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

An adorable 75 years old female client needs personal care/ homemaker services in Bloomfield, NJ 07003....

Community Health Nurse, Hospice, Full Time, Days, Home Care

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

To fulfill the needs of patients in a variety of age groups, their family members, and the community by performing varied patient care tasks and functions in accordance with licensure,...

Memory Care Caregiver

  • Cranford, NJ (3 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (3 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities What you will do as a Caregiver Enhance the lives of older adults by assisting them with mobility needs and daily living activities, including housekeeping, bathing, grooming, and routine...

Demographic Data for Union, NJ

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Union, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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