Home Health Aide Jobs in Kittanning, 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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LPN / RN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

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

Direct Support Professional

  • Brackenridge, PA (19 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brackenridge, PA (19 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers....

Home Care Aide

  • Kittanning, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kittanning, PA
  • 1 day 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 nations leading provider of in-home support to seniors and...

Overnight Caregiver

  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Requirements: 18 yrs. or older Ability to lift 200 lbs. with assistance Valid driver's license/auto insurance Ability to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances Prior experience as a Home Health...

In-Home Caregiver

  • Slickville, PA (24 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Slickville, PA (24 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Whether you're experienced or simply have a heart for helping others, we offer the training and support you need to thrive. Your Schedule, Your Choice: Weekday and weekend shifts available...

Caregiver

  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 3 days ago

, toileting, personal care, meal prep, etc.)...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Indiana, PA (22 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Indiana, PA (22 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers....

Caregivers needed Immediate openings for weekends and overnights

  • Park, PA (13 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Park, PA (13 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Care Professional Responsibilities (Non-Medical) Companionship Meal prep Light housekeeping Personal care (assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting) Alzheimer's/Dementia support Transportation Flexible...

Caregiver

  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Real life experience Medical Benefits Flexible schedule Caregiver Responsibilities: Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting) Assisting with ambulating, transfers and range...

Direct Care Worker

  • Ford City, PA (7 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ford City, PA (7 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Personal Care Aide

  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Butler, PA (23 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago

of daily living Light housekeeping Bathing Grooming Toileting Nail care Range of motion / exercises Transfers / use of mechanical lifting devices Oral feeding Vital sign checks: temperature, pulse,...

Personal Care Aide

  • Leechburg, PA (13 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Leechburg, PA (13 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago

care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Able to pass...

Personal Care Aide (PCA)

  • Apollo, PA (18 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Apollo, PA (18 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago

care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Able to pass...

Home Care Aide

  • Ringgold, PA (22 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ringgold, PA (22 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Caregiver Responsibilities: Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting) Assisting with ambulating, transfers and range of motion....

Caregiver

  • New Kensington, PA (20 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • New Kensington, PA (20 miles from Kittanning, PA)
  • 11 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...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Kittanning, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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