Home Health Aide Jobs in New Kensington, 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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Home Health Aide

  • Blawnox, PA (7 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Blawnox, PA (7 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 19 hours 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...

Direct Support Professional

  • Monroeville, PA (11 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Monroeville, PA (11 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 9 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

  • Pittsburgh, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 45+ 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

  • Upper St Clair, PA (24 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Upper St Clair, PA (24 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Assist the resident with ambulation or exercise. Aid with medication management as directed by registered nurse or assigned by a licensed practical nurse....

Personal Care Aide

  • Irwin, PA (17 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Irwin, PA (17 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Personal Care Aide, you will: Assist patients with daily hygiene activities, such bathing, grooming, toileting and elimination, and nutritional intake....

VA Caregiver

  • Cranberry Township, PA (21 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cranberry Township, PA (21 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Entry level experience into the industry It's a good stepping stone if you are interested in Healthcare Looks great on a resume Caregiver Responsibilities: Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing...

Personal Care Assistant NEW

  • Park, PA (10 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Park, PA (10 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

Personal Care Assistant The Judge Group Today Intel Agency (NSA, CIA, FBI, etc) Unspecified Unspecified riverview park, PA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Our client is currently seeking a Personal Care Assistant...

Direct Support Professional-ASIL

  • Wilkinsburg, PA (11 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wilkinsburg, PA (11 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 16 hours ago

Your role will involve supporting daily activities such as meal preparation, medication administration when needed, providing transportation to community events, and supporting individualized goals...

Caregivers

  • Greensburg, PA (19 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Greensburg, PA (19 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Will assist in maintaining a clean and safe home for clients by providing routine non-medical health care and personal care services and routine housekeeping tasks....

Teacher /Mentor /Caregiver for young man with Cerebral Palsy

  • Pittsburgh, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 21 hours ago

care activities (bathing, dressing, toileting)....

Overnight In-Home Caregiver

  • Montour, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montour, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Companionship and conversation Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation Medication and appointment reminders Alzheimers Care Ability to...

Direct Support Professional-Wavier

  • Coraopolis, PA (24 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (24 miles from New Kensington, 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!...

Community Liasion/Intake Coordinator and Home Health Aides

  • Pittsburgh, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (16 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Opportunities for growth and professional development Be part of a team thats making a real differenceone smile at a time **WE ARE ALSO HIRING HOME HEALTH AIDES...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Verona, PA (7 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Verona, PA (7 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Direct Support Professional

  • Elizabeth, PA (22 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, PA (22 miles from New Kensington, PA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Demographic Data for New Kensington, PA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in New Kensington, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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