Home Health Aide Jobs in Hickory, 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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Registered Nurse Home Health Franklin NC Team

  • CarePartners
  • Hickory, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Supervises and provides clinical direction to home health aides and LPNs/LVNs to ensure quality and continuity of services provided....

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Direct Support Professional _1001

  • Granite Falls, NC (7 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Granite Falls, NC (7 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 12 hours ago

Apply Now ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services th empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, weve supported...

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Job Coach, Direct Support Professional

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Hickory, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 5 days ago

Area: Home Health Aide Employment Type: Per Diem Published: May 29 2026 Location: Hickory / North Carolina Description Join BAYADA and Make a Difference in Your Community!...

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HHA, Home Health Aide, ACSP

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago

near your home Qualifications for HHA - Home Health Aide: Minimum one year hands on personal care experience Pass a background check What makes you a great candidate: Have at least one year of work...

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Registered Nurse - Home Health Lincoln FT Days

  • Atrium Health
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Back to Search Results Registered Nurse - Home Health Lincoln FT Days $ Sign-On Bonus Eligible Lincolnton, NC, United States Job ID: R241654 Shift: 1st Job Type: Regular Share: mail Share on...

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Travel Registered Nurse Home Health

  • TLC Nursing
  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago

Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN will assess patient needs,...

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Registered Nurse - Home Health Lincoln FT Days

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Department: 34100 AH at Home HH: Lincoln - Home Health Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday, 830-5pm; on...

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Cargiver/Direct Support Professional SB FT 1st

  • RHA Health Services
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Assist with personal care tasks, such as hygiene, bathing, dressing, and household chores (laundry, cleaning, and decorating). Maintain accurate documentation of provided services and support....

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LPN / RN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Angels Of Care Pediatric Home Health
  • Taylorsville, NC (12 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Taylorsville, NC (12 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago

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

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RN / Registered Nurse Home Health in Hickory, NC

  • Ardor Health Solutions
  • Hickory, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 13 days ago

Estimated payment breakdown $2,119 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends Specialty: RN Start Date: 6/1/2026 Duration: 13 40 hours per week Shift: 8 Hrs Employment Type: Traveler Ardor...

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Caregiver

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Hickory, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 15 days ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

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Experienced Caregiver

  • SYNERGY HomeCare Franchising LLC
  • Hickory, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities (Non-medical Care Only) Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting Provide hands-on support with mobility and transfers (gait...

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Companionship Caregiver

  • SYNERGY HomeCare Franchising LLC
  • Claremont, NC (11 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Claremont, NC (11 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 15 days ago

As a companionship caregiver, you will provide attention to clients' non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement, while also assisting with light housekeeping, meal preparation,...

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NC Morganton Direct Support Professional

  • Sevita
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 16 days ago

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals...

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Direct Support Professional

  • Granite Falls, NC (7 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Granite Falls, NC (7 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Apply Now ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services th empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, weve supported...

In Person

Demographic Data for Hickory, NC

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Hickory, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Hickory, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Hickory, NC
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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