Home Health Aide Jobs in North Carolina

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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Registered Nurse, Home Health 10k Sign On Bonus (Eligible)

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Boone, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 3 days ago

Oversee the work of Home Health Aides and monitor their appropriate completion of documentation....

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Caregiver for Families

  • Papa Inc.
  • Bladenboro, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bladenboro, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Looking for Flexible, Meaningful Part-Time Opportunities? What is Papa? Papa is a service that connects caring individuals with older adults and families who are seeking non-medical support with...

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Caregiver - up to $22/hr

  • Papa Inc.
  • Raeford, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Raeford, NC
  • 4 days ago

Looking for Flexible, Meaningful Part-Time Opportunities? What is Papa? Papa is a service that connects caring individuals with older adults and families who are seeking non-medical support with...

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Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Papa Inc.
  • Bladenboro, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Bladenboro, NC
  • 7 days ago

Looking for Flexible, Meaningful Part-Time Opportunities? What is Papa? Papa is a service that connects caring individuals with older adults and families who are seeking non-medical support with...

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Senior Companionship & Care Aide

  • Papa Inc.
  • Raeford, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Raeford, NC
  • 14 days ago

Looking for Flexible, Meaningful Part-Time Opportunities? What is Papa? Papa is a service that connects caring individuals with older adults and families who are seeking non-medical support with...

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Caregiver

  • Papa Inc.
  • Bladenboro, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Bladenboro, NC
  • 14 days ago

Looking for Flexible, Meaningful Part-Time Opportunities? What is Papa? Papa is a service that connects caring individuals with older adults and families who are seeking non-medical support with...

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Caregiver - Weekly Pay

  • Home Instead
  • Elon, NC
  • 24 days ago
  • Elon, NC
  • 24 days ago

care (bathing, grooming, dressing, restroom use) Help clients stay safe and comfortable at home Requirements 6+ months of paid caregiving experience (non-family) OR CNA, HHA, LPN/LVN, or RN Reliable...

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In Home Caregiver

  • Home Instead
  • Graham, NC
  • 24 days ago
  • Graham, NC
  • 24 days ago

care (bathing, grooming, dressing, restroom use) Help clients stay safe and comfortable at home Requirements 6+ months of paid caregiving experience (non-family) OR CNA, HHA, LPN/LVN, or RN Reliable...

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Home Care Aide - Weekly Pay

  • Home Instead
  • Pittsboro, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittsboro, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

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Caregiver / Home Care Aide

  • Home Instead
  • Pittsboro, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsboro, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

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Broadway Home Care LLC, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Position Raleigh, NC 2pm-6pm

  • Broadway Home Care
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 hours ago

We are currently seeking a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for a client in Raleigh, NC Required for employment: 18 years of age or older Current TB screen (PPD) Pass drug screening Reliable transportation...

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We are currently seeking a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for a client in Raleigh, NC Required for employment: 18 years of age or older Current TB screen (PPD) Pass drug screening Reliable transportation...

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Direct Support Professional

  • Easterseals UCP
  • Colerain, NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Colerain, NC
  • 10 hours ago

Assist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning; personal care such as bathing and dressing, toiletry and changing diapers; as well as employment support....

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Personal Care Assistant Temporary 2026-2027

  • Roanoke Rapids City Schools
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC
  • 10 hours ago

NATURE OF WORK A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) provides personal care to the student in the classroom, such as repositioning of the student, removing materials from a backpack, assisting the student...

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Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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