Home Health Aide Jobs in Carlisle, PA

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

  • Mechanicsburg, PA (9 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (9 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Salary: $87000 - $100000 / year This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate of annual...

Personal Care Assistant - Multidisabilities Support (Now $18.45/hr!)

  • New Oxford, PA (24 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Oxford, PA (24 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Personal Care Assistant - Multidisabilities Support (Now $18.45/hr!)...

Personal Care Assistant - Harrisburg, PA

  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Reference #: ...6 Back Personal Care Assistant #100138 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States Apply Apply for this job now!...

Direct Support Professional

  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 4 days ago

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!...

Resident Caregiver - Memory Care - Per Diem

  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago

care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, activities, orientation, and information needs....

Certified Caregiver

  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago

a beautiful Personal Care community in Whitehall, PA, with more than 120 units offering assistive living....

Caregiver

  • Peach Glen, PA (14 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Peach Glen, PA (14 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

PT Personal Care Assistant required in South Bank, York (Ref:YJMO/624)

  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 8 days ago

The job: Personal Assistants support people to live well. Can you provide support to help others to live their best lives. Do you want a job that is rewarding and fulfilling? We are looking for a...

Home Health Aide

  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Immediate opening for Home Health Aide Paid Weekly Harrisburg, Hummelstown, Middletown Area Griswold Home Care gives seniors the help they need to live in the place they love....

Resident Caregiver - Memory Care - Every Other Weekend - Evenings

  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (16 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 10 days ago

care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, activities, orientation, and information needs....

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Marysville, PA (11 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Marysville, PA (11 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 10 days ago

The elite team members of this Home Health unit are seeking a like-minded, compassionate RNs to join their ranks in Marysville, PA. With a care-giving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the...

2nd Shift Direct Support Professional

  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago

care, and other activities of daily living....

Caregiver

  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago

care, and other activities of daily living....

Needed! Caregivers - all shifts!

  • Newport, PA (18 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newport, PA (18 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Care Professional Responsibilities (Non-Medical) Companionship Meal prep Light housekeeping Personal care Alzheimer's/Dementia support Transportation Flexible Shifts Available 4 Hour Shift Minimum Flexible...

Registered Nurse - Home Health Intake - Days

  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Carlisle, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Part Time (48 Hours Biweekly) Day Shift General Summary Processes all information and referral calls for intake or refers to other services. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Carlisle, PA

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Highest Education Level

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


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