Home Health Aide Jobs in Curwensville, 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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Personal Care Aides

Traditional Home Health Care
Philipsburg, PA (21 miles from Curwensville, PA)
11 hours ago

Philipsburg, PA (21 miles from Curwensville, PA)
11 hours ago

Job duties include: Assist patients with personal care services (bathing, grooming, dressing) Companionship Light housekeeping and chores Respecting the patient's privacy and maintaining confidentiality...

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Caregiver

Addus HomeCare Corporation
Wallaceton, PA (14 miles from Curwensville, PA)
1 day ago

Wallaceton, PA (14 miles from Curwensville, PA)
1 day ago

Flexible schedules Paid Travel between visits Caregiver Responsibilities: Personal Care: Bathing, dressing, grooming Home Support: Housework, laundry, meal prep Transportation: errands, groceries, appointments...

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Direct Support Professional

Merakey
Punxsutawney, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
2 days ago

Punxsutawney, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
2 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!...

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Home Care Aide

Help at Home
Reynoldsville, PA (20 miles from Curwensville, PA)
7 days ago

Reynoldsville, PA (20 miles from Curwensville, PA)
7 days ago

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community, and we are offering a *$1,000 sign-on bonus to join our team! Start your career with the nation's leading provider of in-home support to seniors and...

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LPN / RN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Angels Of Care Pediatric Home Health
Clearfield, PA (11 miles from Curwensville, PA)
8 days ago

Clearfield, PA (11 miles from Curwensville, PA)
8 days ago

Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health is looking for Registered Nurses (RN) in Clearfield, PA and surrounding areas. Angels of Care has been caring for the medically fragile community across the...

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Personal Care Aide Med Tech

Scott's Bayfront Hotel LLC
Punxsutawney, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
12 days ago

Punxsutawney, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
12 days ago

personal care aide med tech Punxsutawney, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22580763 Summary Punxsutawney, PA In-Person $11.00 per Hour 0 Months Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission...

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Home Health Aide (HHA)/CNA Full-Time Pediatric Case in Curwensville

Interim Healthcare
Curwensville, PA
12 days ago

Curwensville, PA
12 days ago

Assists with incidental/instrumental activities of daily living such as shopping, meal preparation, socialization activities, homemaking and maintaining a clean and safe physical environment....

In Person Full Time

Home Health Aide (HHA) Fulltime 1st Shift in Weedville

Interim Healthcare
Weedville, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
12 days ago

Weedville, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
12 days ago

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Personal Care Aide

Addus HomeCare
Grampian, PA (4 miles from Curwensville, PA)
13 days ago

Grampian, PA (4 miles from Curwensville, PA)
13 days ago

Arcadia Home Care and Staffing is hiring Personal Care Aides in your area!...

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Personal Care Aide

Christ The King Manor
Dubois, PA (13 miles from Curwensville, PA)
15 days ago

Dubois, PA (13 miles from Curwensville, PA)
15 days ago

We are currently seeking caring and dedicated Personal Care Aides to join our team for both Full-time and Part-time positions....

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Direct Support Professional- Home and Community

Merakey
Punxsutawney, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
29 days ago

Punxsutawney, PA (22 miles from Curwensville, PA)
29 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!...

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Home Health Aide (HHA)/CNA Pediatric Case in Philipsburg

Interim Healthcare
Philipsburg, PA (21 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

Philipsburg, PA (21 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

In Person Full Time

Direct Support Professional Life Sharing

Merakey
Osceola Mills, PA (14 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

Osceola Mills, PA (14 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation Support life skills development, including...

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Home Health Aide Philipsburg Day shifts

eKidzCare State College
Philipsburg, PA (21 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

Philipsburg, PA (21 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

Activities of Daily Living Why work for eKidzCare?...

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Personal Care Aide

ESS Aka: Source For Teachers
De Lancey, PA (20 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

De Lancey, PA (20 miles from Curwensville, PA)
30+ days ago

40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description Personal care facility in village of Adrian (3 miles north of Punxsutawney) is seeking a Personal Care Aide for 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM shift....

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Demographic Data for Curwensville, PA

Moving to Curwensville, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Curwensville, PA below.

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Total Population

5,309

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Curwensville, PA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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

Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Curwensville, PA 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 Curwensville, PA

Less than 1 year

39.1%

None

31.2%

1-2 years

23.5%

2-4 years

6.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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