Home Health Aide Jobs in Benson, NC

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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Caregiver for Families

  • Erwin, NC (15 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Erwin, NC (15 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Four Oaks, NC (7 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Four Oaks, NC (7 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Willow Spring, NC (13 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Willow Spring, NC (13 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

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

Caregiver

  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

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

Direct Support Professional

  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Direct Support Professional to provide support and assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them achieve their...

Baylor Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Goldsboro, NC (22 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Goldsboro, NC (22 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

Caregiver Needed for 3 Children Aged Infant to Elementary Evenings

  • Dunn, NC (10 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dunn, NC (10 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 2 days ago

We need a babysitter for three children, ages infant to elementary, starting on September 14, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts from 4:30 PM to 5:30 AM on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and...

Live In Caregiver

  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 5 days ago

We help families with personal care, homemaking, and companionship services, empowering clients to stay in the homes they love. Learn more about us!...

Direct Support Professional (Waiver) / DSP / Caregiver / Coats

  • Coats, NC (9 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Coats, NC (9 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring for: Direct Support Professional (Waiver) / DSP / Caregiver / Coats Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make...

We are hiring for: Direct Support Professional / One on One / DSP / Caregiver / Benson Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to...

Caregiver/ Direct Support Professional - Waiver

  • Angier, NC (11 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Angier, NC (11 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring for: Caregiver/ Direct Support Professional - Waiver Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real...

RN / LPN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Dunn, NC (10 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dunn, NC (10 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Angels of Care Home Health is looking for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Dunn, NC and surrounding areas. Angels of Care has been caring for the medically fragile...

Caregiver

  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 14 days 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...

Home Health Aide

  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (20 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Health Aide, HHA with SYNERGY HomeCare of Holly Springs, you will: Provide attention to clients' non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement Provider personal care to clients as...

Bilingual Hab Tech / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Erwin, NC (15 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Erwin, NC (15 miles from Benson, NC)
  • 15 days ago

How You'll Make an Impact: Accompany clients on errands and appointments Spend time on the client's favorite hobbies and activities Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation Participate in...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Benson, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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