Home Health Aide Jobs in Murphy, 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.

1-10 of 10 Jobs

RN / Registered Nurse - Home Health

  • Tellico Plains, TN (15 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tellico Plains, TN (15 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Our Company Adoration Home Health and Hospice Overview Office Location: Tellico Plains Coverage area: Morgan Schedule: As needed Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Adoration...

Personal Care Aide

  • Mineral Bluff, GA (16 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mineral Bluff, GA (16 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 17 days ago

NOW HIRING CAREGIVERS Home Instead Blairsville, GA ? Flexible hours? Paid training? Meaningful work Looking for compassionate people to help seniors stay safely at home. Full-time, part-time, and...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide

  • Mineral Bluff, GA (16 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Mineral Bluff, GA (16 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 24 days ago

CAREGIVER/HOME HEALTH AIDE All Ways Caring HomeCare tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Georgia, Mineral Bluff Jun 11, 2025 Who we are looking for: At All Ways Caring HomeCare our Caregivers...

Overnight Caregiver

  • Mineral Bluff, GA (16 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mineral Bluff, GA (16 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Personal Care Assistance: Support with grooming, bathing, toileting, and incontinence care. Alzheimers Care: Provide specialized care for those living with Alzheimers. Why Join Home Instead?...

Caregiver

  • Blairsville, GA (21 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Blairsville, GA (21 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Personal Care Assistance: Support with grooming, bathing, toileting, and incontinence care. Alzheimers Care: Provide specialized care for those living with Alzheimers. Why Join Home Instead?...

Senior Care Caregiver

  • Mc Caysville, GA (22 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mc Caysville, GA (22 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Service areas currently needing Personal Care Aides and CNAs: Blairsville, Blue Ridge, Hiawassee, Clayton Permission to Contact via Phone, Email and Text Message By submitting this application, I consent...

Direct Support Professional

  • Andrews, NC (17 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Andrews, NC (17 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Direct Support Professional Part time Entry level job applicants welcome! We are hiring compassionate, hard working, friendly and reliable Direct Support Professionals to work with...

Caregiver

  • Ducktown, TN (17 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ducktown, TN (17 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

care - bathing, dressing, grooming....

Direct Support Professional

  • Tellico Plains, TN (15 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tellico Plains, TN (15 miles from Murphy, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Assist people with personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) Support routine house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation....

LPN/RN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Murphy, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Murphy, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Angels of Care Home Health is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN) in Murphy, NC. We provide private duty nursing in Buncombe and surrounding counties now. Angels...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Murphy, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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