Home Health Aide Jobs in Rocky Mount, 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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Evening and Nighttime Caregivers Needed

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Provide assistance with personal care. Assist with mobility, transfers and range of motion exercises. Handle meal planning, preparation and feeding. Properly manage household needs....

Caregiver

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 3 days ago

A state Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification preferred but NOT required. Access to reliable transportation....

Personal Care Aide

  • Bailey, NC (21 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bailey, NC (21 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Health Aide license listed in good standing with the board **Job Responsibilities for HHA/PCA:** + Activities of daily living + Light housekeeping + Bathing + Grooming + Toileting + Nail care + Range...

Direct Support Professional Full Time

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 9 days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

Caregiver

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 9 days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

Caregiver Day Time Position Available

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 17 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 17 days ago

CAREGIVER DAY TIME POSITION AVAILABLE (ROCKY MOUNT NC) compensation: Depending on experience employment type: job title: Home Healthcare INDEPENDANT CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. Weekdays and...

Caregiver

  • Tarboro, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tarboro, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Services Personal Care Bathing Homecare Work Details Live Out Part Time...

Direct Support Professional 1on1

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

Caregiver PRN

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care....

Direct Support Professional -Idd

  • Macclesfield, NC (10 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Macclesfield, NC (10 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Performing personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, feeding, and ambulation, medical monitoring, and health care related tasks Fostering positive relationships...

Caregiver for Families

  • Battleboro, NC (7 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Battleboro, NC (7 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Caregiver

  • Tarboro, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tarboro, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Walstonburg, NC (22 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Walstonburg, NC (22 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Whitakers, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Whitakers, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Senior Companionship & Care Aide

  • Hobgood, NC (17 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hobgood, NC (17 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Rocky Mount, NC

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Rocky Mount, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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