Home Health Aide Jobs in Bluffton, SC

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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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

Care Partner (Caregiver)

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Caregivers will provide assistance and support with residents’ activities of daily living in a professional and caring manner....

Hospice Aide - CNA - PRN

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 6 days ago

Company: Compassus At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance...

Direct Support Professional - Savannah - Mid Shift - (3p-11p)

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 7 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Caregiver

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 9 days ago

Take Vital signs Assisting resident with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Medication supervision (within the scope of the state regulations) Read, write, speak and understand the English language....

Direct Support Professional - Savannah - Morning Shift (7a-3p) - L

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 17 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Home Care Aide

  • Beaufort, SC (14 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Beaufort, SC (14 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Medical, Dental and Eye Insurance Caregiver Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments...

CNA - Hospice Aide PRN

  • Bluffton, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC
  • 22 days ago

Assist with Personal Care: Support patients with various personal care needs, including bathing, oral hygiene, changing bedding, clothing, and shampooing....

Caregiver - Savannah, GA

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting....

Caregiver - Burton, SC

  • Beaufort, SC (10 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beaufort, SC (10 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting....

Direct Support Professional

  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Savannah, GA (20 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Pay Class: Part-Time Hours: Overnight Weekends, PRN Weekends (Day and Overnight) available Site Location: Sharondale, Savannah, GA 31419 Rate of Pay: $14.50/hr Mentor Community Services, a part of...

Weekends Only Caregiver

  • Bluffton, SC (6 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (6 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

care (bathing, toileting) Follow a plan of care Communicate professionally with families and your team Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Ability to pass a background screening Valid Driver's...

Personal Care Assistants

  • Hilton Head, SC (11 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hilton Head, SC (11 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using a bedpan, bathing, care of mouth,...

Caregiver

  • Bluffton, SC (6 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bluffton, SC (6 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using a bedpan, bathing, care of mouth,...

Home Health Aide

  • Hilton Head, SC (11 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hilton Head, SC (11 miles from Bluffton, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Bluffton, SC

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Highest Education Level

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


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