Home Health Aide Jobs in Ithaca, NY

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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Direct Support Professional - Registered Behavior Technician (DSP-RBT)

  • Lodi, NY (20 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lodi, NY (20 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 2 days ago

. + Ensures person-centered plans are implemented and assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: + Providing personal care + Assisting with activities...

Community Health Nurse

  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 16 days ago

JOB TITLE: Community Health Nurse STATUS: Full Time LOCATION: Wayne/Seneca County DEPARTMENT: Hospice and Palliative Care SCHEDULE: Days SUMMARY As a Community Health Nurse, you will focus on...

Home Health Aide Trainee

  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Verified Skill - Skillfully and safely perform all activities listed on the home health aide competency test. Demonstrate Knowledge - Score 80% or higher on the Home Health Aide quizzes and exams....

Cayuga County Caregiver

  • Locke, NY (18 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Locke, NY (18 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate Care Professionals to become a part of our team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout the Ontario, Wayne,...

Ontario County Caregiver

  • Poplar Ridge, NY (23 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poplar Ridge, NY (23 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate Care Professionals to become a part of our team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout the Ontario, Wayne,...

Wayne County Caregiver

  • Genoa, NY (18 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Genoa, NY (18 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate Care Professionals to become a part of our team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout the Ontario, Wayne,...

Seneca County Caregiver

  • Lodi, NY (20 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lodi, NY (20 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate Care Professionals to become a part of our team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout the Ontario, Wayne,...

Caregiver

  • Lodi, NY (20 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lodi, NY (20 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Ovid, NY (23 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ovid, NY (23 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver for Families

  • Richford, NY (17 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richford, NY (17 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Owego, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Owego, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Personal Care Aide

  • Waverly, NY (23 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waverly, NY (23 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Provide transportation, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and grocery shopping as needed. Support clients in completing activities of daily living....

Caregivers

  • Interlaken, NY (17 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Interlaken, NY (17 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The Bixby Home is looking for a few individuals to care for the residents in their Licensed Adult Care Home in Interlaken. We are actively looking for overnights, which is a caregiver position...

Personal Care Aide (PCA)

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

training and instruction demonstrating competency of skills related to activities of daily living and personal care assistance....

Day Habilitation - Direct Support Professional- DAY HOURS

  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? Join us at The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler and play a vital role in our Day Habilitation...

Demographic Data for Ithaca, NY

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Ithaca, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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