Home Health Aide Jobs in State College, 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 Aide

  • State College, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Caregiver

  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago

Hour 0 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day, Evening, Night, Weekend Shift /Full-Time Description Assist residents with bathing...

Personal Care Aides (PCA), Direct Care Workers (DCW), Caregivers (CG)

  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 5 days 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...

Personal Care Assistant; paid weekly; Boalsburg; MWF-10a-3p Sat-1:30-5:30

  • Bellefonte, PA (12 miles from State College, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bellefonte, PA (12 miles from State College, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Duties As a Home Health Aide, your responsibilities will include: Assisting clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing....

Caregiver for Families

  • Morrisdale, PA (23 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morrisdale, PA (23 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Hawk Run, PA (20 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hawk Run, PA (20 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Caregiver

  • Drifting, PA (22 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Drifting, PA (22 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Kylertown, PA (22 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kylertown, PA (22 miles from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Needed! Caregivers - all shifts!

  • Huntingdon, PA (15 miles from State College, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Huntingdon, PA (15 miles from State College, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Care Professional Responsibilities (Non-Medical) Companionship Meal prep Light housekeeping Personal care Alzheimer's/Dementia support Transportation Flexible Shifts Available 4 Hour Shift Minimum Flexible...

Caregiver, Direct Support Professional

  • State College, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 12 days ago

This includes - Assisting with daily living activities- such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, medication administration, and household management....

Home Care Aide

  • State College, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 16 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...

Caregiver

  • State College, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 19 days ago

Now offering DAILY PAY for select positions! New and higher pay rates, $11.58/HR! No experience required. Arcadia Home Care and Staffing is hiring immediately for Caregivers in your area! This...

Caregiver- Port Matilda

  • Port Matilda, PA (11 miles from State College, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Port Matilda, PA (11 miles from State College, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Pay: $16.00/hour on a weekly basis Requirements: * Experience providing personal care * Must be able to pass a criminal background check * Valid driver's license and insured vehicle is preferred, but...

Caregiver- Boalsburg, PA

  • Boalsburg, PA (4 miles from State College, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Boalsburg, PA (4 miles from State College, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Pay: $16.00/hour on a weekly basis Requirements: * Experience providing personal care * Must be able to pass a criminal background check * Valid driver's license and insured vehicle is preferred, but...

Caregivers needed! Immediate openings for evenings and overnights

  • Huntingdon, PA (15 miles from State College, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Huntingdon, PA (15 miles from State College, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Care Professional Responsibilities (Non-Medical) Companionship Meal prep Light housekeeping Personal care Alzheimer's/Dementia support Transportation Flexible Shifts Available 4 Hour Shift Minimum Flexible...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in State College, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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