Home Health Aide Jobs in Kresgeville, 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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Direct Support Professional

  • Bath, PA (10 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bath, PA (10 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 6 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...

Caregiver

  • Whitehall, PA (16 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitehall, PA (16 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

In Home Caregiver - Weekly Pay - Start Immediately

  • Allentown, PA (20 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA (20 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Were looking for exceptional in-home caregivers who have a passion for helping older adults We provide competitive benefits and 24/7 support. Weekly pay We offer weekly pay (direct deposits...

Home Health Aide, HHA (Mon-Fri Day Shift)

  • Lehighton, PA (10 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lehighton, PA (10 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

***Attractive Paid Time Off Package*** Work Close To Home Competitive Rates **Private Duty** Job Title: Home Health Aide, HHA Job Location : Lehighton, PA Monday-Friday Day Shift Why Choose Traditional...

Personal Care Aide - Immediate Opening

  • Bethlehem, PA (22 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (22 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Now Hiring: Personal Care Aides (PCA), Direct Care Workers (DCW), Caregivers and Home Health Aides (HHA) Immediate Openings for: Bethlehem: Sat - Sun 8am - 1pm; Part-time, Weekends Bethlehem: Tues -...

Direct Care Worker

  • Weatherly, PA (17 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Weatherly, PA (17 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Requisition #: 206002 Location: Weatherly, PA 18255 Category: Direct Care Worker Salary: $12.00 - $17.00 per hour Position Details Position Overview The Direct Care Worker (DCW) provides personal care...

Home Health Aide (HHA) - Pediatrics

  • Lehighton, PA (10 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lehighton, PA (10 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 13 hours ago

Health Aide:** + Minimum one year work experience **Job Responsibilities for HHA Home Health Aide:** + Activities of daily living + Light housekeeping + Bathing + Grooming + Toileting + Nail care +...

PCA (Personal Care Assistant)

  • Whitehall, PA (16 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitehall, PA (16 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs....

Direct Care Worker

  • Nazareth, PA (14 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nazareth, PA (14 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting....

Registered Nurse- Home Health Visits

  • East Stroudsburg, PA (21 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Stroudsburg, PA (21 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 2 days ago

We have full time, part time and per diem** **Registered Nurse** **opportunities open now doing home health visits throughout Monroe County, PA!** **_Flexible schedules, 1:1 care, and great...

RN / LPN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

  • Stroudsburg, PA (11 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stroudsburg, PA (11 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Angels of Care Home Health is looking for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Stroudsburg, PA and surrounding areas. Angels of Care has been caring for the medically...

Direct Support/Caregiver

  • Bethlehem, PA (22 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (22 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Day Shift Personal Care Aide (Part-Time), Holy Family Villa

  • Allentown, PA (20 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (20 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Day Shift Personal Care Aide (Part-Time), Holy Family Villa Hourly Holy Family Villa Bethlehem, PA Personal Care Aide (PCA) $500 SIGN ON BONUS!!...

Direct Support Professional

  • Orefield, PA (19 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orefield, PA (19 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Easton, PA (18 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Easton, PA (18 miles from Kresgeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Kresgeville, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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