Home Health Aide Jobs in Tullahoma, TN

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

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Shelbyville, TN (17 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelbyville, TN (17 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Our Company Adoration Home Health and Hospice Overview Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Adoration Home Health is seeking a passionate, dedicated Home Health RN to join our...

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Caregiver

  • Addus HomeCare Corporation
  • Winchester, TN (11 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Winchester, TN (11 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 3 days ago

care - bathing, dressing, grooming....

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Caregiver

  • Senior Solutions Home Care
  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 6 days ago

What You'll Do: Provide Hands On Non-Medical Care Provide companionship and emotional support Assist with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming Help with meal preparation and light housekeeping...

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Direct Support Professional

  • Addus HomeCare Corporation
  • Shelbyville, TN (17 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN (17 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

care (bathing, dressing, etc.)...

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Caregiver / Home Health Aide

  • All Ways Caring HomeCare
  • Shelbyville, TN (17 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN (17 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimer's/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

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Caregiver

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 90+ days ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Humana
  • Manchester, TN (11 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Manchester, TN (11 miles from Tullahoma, TN)
  • 90+ 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...

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Demographic Data for Tullahoma, TN

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Tullahoma, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Tullahoma, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Tullahoma, TN
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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