Home Health Aide Jobs in Fairbank, 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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Lead Caregiver / Office Assistant

  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 15 hours ago

As a Caregiver, you will: Support clients with activities of daily living, such as, light housekeeping, preparing a meal, assisting with personal hygiene, grocery shopping Provide companionship and...

Caregiver

  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 8 days ago

As a Caregiver, you will: Support clients with activities of daily living, such as, light housekeeping, preparing a meal, assisting with personal hygiene, grocery shopping Provide companionship and...

Home Health Aide

  • Belle Vernon, PA (14 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Belle Vernon, PA (14 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

findings Aiding with activities of daily living (i.e., bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, skin care) Recognizing and reporting abnormal findings or changes in patient status To qualify for a Home Health...

CNA Hospice Aide

  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

Caregiver/Personal Assistant (IDD)- Monessen, PA

  • Monessen, PA (14 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Monessen, PA (14 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

Health Aide or Direct Support Professional - Prior experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities **Apply Today!...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide

  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morgantown, WV (24 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 1 day ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimers/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

Caregiver/Personal Assistant - West Newton, PA

  • West Newton, PA (19 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Newton, PA (19 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Health Aide, Home Health Support, Personal Care Assistant, Caregiver, Hiring Immediately, In Home Caregiver, accessAbilities...

Home Health Aide

  • Monongahela, PA (18 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Monongahela, PA (18 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care. Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist....

Direct Care Worker

  • Uniontown, PA (7 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Uniontown, PA (7 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 3 days ago

daily living, maintaining a clean and safe environment, meal preparation and laundry, sitter and other related duties and assignments....

Direct Support Professional

  • Carmichaels, PA (10 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carmichaels, PA (10 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL / CAREGIVER - IDD Services

  • Belle Vernon, PA (14 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belle Vernon, PA (14 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Direct Support Professional

  • Rogersville, PA (23 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rogersville, PA (23 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 5 days ago

INCREASED WAGES!!!!** ** SET SCHEDULES!!!! BENEFITS, BENEFITS, BENEFITS!!!! ** ** **We are looking to fill specific set schedules in our homes. If you need a set schedule, but also have a little...

Direct Support DSP / Caregiver - Uniontown Group Home

  • Uniontown, PA (7 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Uniontown, PA (7 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Openings : Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Help with everyday living skills such as cleaning, cooking, bathing, getting dressed, eating, and attending activities and medical appointments....

Home Health Aides

  • Connellsville, PA (16 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Connellsville, PA (16 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 7 days ago

care such as personal hygiene, help with dressing, cooking, shopping, Meal Planning, Companionship, Doctor appointments....

Caregiver for Families

  • Lake Lynn, PA (13 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lake Lynn, PA (13 miles from Fairbank, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Fairbank, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Fairbank, 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
18.1%
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 Fairbank, PA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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