Home Health Aide Jobs in Ronkonkoma, 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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Home Health Aide

  • Jericho, NY (19 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jericho, NY (19 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 30+ 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

  • Patchogue, NY (15 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Patchogue, NY (15 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Preferred Home 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!...

Home Health Aide

  • Islandia, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Islandia, NY
  • 8 hours 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!...

Personal Care Aide

  • Massapequa, NY (16 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Massapequa, NY (16 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Edison Home Health Care a Help at Home company is hiring Personal Care Aides (PCA) in your community TODAY and we are offering a *$150 sign-on bonus to join our team!...

HHA ( Home Health Aide)

  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Salary: $20.77 / per hour Position Description: The Home Health Aide (HHA) is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist....

HHA - In Training will train

  • Hempstead, NY (23 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hempstead, NY (23 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for persons with No Criminal History who are willing to be trained to work with elderly persons Must Attend 83 hours of in Class training and will be given certificate after training Must...

Hourly Caregiver Needed Urgent

  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Companionship Work duties include shopping, light chores, dressing assistance, meal preparation, and many other activities of daily living Learn a variety of medical terms, how to recognize medical...

Home Health Aide- $1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Medford, NY (10 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Medford, NY (10 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Health Aide Certificate, and documented work experience within the last 2 years Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare?...

Top Pay-HHA & Pca Positions-Call Today

  • Greenlawn, NY (10 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenlawn, NY (10 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS-(Suffolk County Long Island) HHA'S AND PCA'S HELPING HANDS CURRENTLY HAS NUMEROUS 4-12 HOUR CASES IN SUFFOLK COUNTY WHICH PAY UP TO $24.OO AN HOUR. Must have: WEEKENDS AVAILABLE...

HHA and PCA needed IMMEDIATELY

  • Freeport, NY (23 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Freeport, NY (23 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Certified Home Health Aide/Personal Care Assistant needed (LONG ISLAND: NASSAU, SUFFOLK COUNTIES)....

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Commack, NY (6 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Commack, NY (6 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Continue Compensation $19.10 per hour Job Type : Per Diem DESCRIPTION CURRENTLY SEEKING: HOME HEALTH AIDES HOURLY POSITION (12hr shifts/Overnight hours) for HOME HEALTH AIDES GREAT BENEFITS FOR THOSE...

Certified Home Health Aide-Live In

  • Commack, NY (6 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Commack, NY (6 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Gurwin Home Care Agency voted "Best of Long Island: Home Health Aides" for a 6th consecutive year!...

In Home Caregiver

  • Darien, CT (24 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Darien, CT (24 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transfers + Complete light housekeeping duties and meal preparation duties + Perform grocery shopping and provide client with transportation to errands and doctor's...

Home Health Aide- Memory Care

  • Sayville, NY (8 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sayville, NY (8 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Use your compassion to provide warm, engaging personal care services, support and companionship. Engage and assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs)....

Direct Support Professional AHRC CLS

  • Bellmore, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bellmore, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Overview AHRC Nassau operates the largest residential program on Long Island. With over 100 supervised and supportive settings, each home reflects the interests of its residents. Direct Support...

Demographic Data for Ronkonkoma, NY

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Ronkonkoma, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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