Home Health Aide Jobs in Tennessee

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

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Franklin, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 90+ days ago

RN / Registered Nurse, Home Health BONUS: $10,000 Location: Franklin Position: RN Case Manager, Home Health Position Type: Full-Time Remote/Virtual Position: No Coverage Area: Davidson/Williamson...

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Caregiver

  • Sevita
  • Memphis, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 17 days ago

D&S 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 right...

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Direct Support Professional

  • Sevita
  • Greeneville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Greeneville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Pay Class: Hourly: Full Time with Befefits Hours: Nights| 7pm-7am Site Location: Greenville Area: Off Erwin Hwy Rate of Pay:$14.25-15.56 D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family,...

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Urgent Need - Seeking Mature In-Home Caregivers for Weekends and Night

  • Old Hickory, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Old Hickory, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Responsibilities: Assist clients with activities of daily living (e.g., bathing, dressing, and meal preparation). Provide companionship and emotional support....

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Oak Ridge Caregiver/Home Health Aides Wanted!

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Special Care INC. is hiring caregivers/home health aides for non-medical positions in the Oak Ridge/Anderson Co. area!...

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Hospice Care Consultant

  • Gentiva
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Lead with purpose. Advocate with heart. Make a lasting difference. Join our growing team as a Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) - a strategic sales representative who champions our mission...

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Home Care Aide

  • Silver Angels of Tennessee - Montgomery, LLC
  • Waverly, TN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Waverly, TN
  • 13 hours ago

As a caregiver you will assist clients with activities such as light housekeeping, personal care, meal preparation, companion care, medication reminders and more....

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Registered Nurse - Home Health - $5,00 Sign-on Bonus

  • United Health Group
  • Milan, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Milan, TN
  • 14 hours ago

health aides and licensed practical/vocational nurses, provides instruction, and assigns tasks according to State and federal regulations Provides required supervisory visits Documentation and Care...

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Caregiver - Part Time

  • Vitality Senior Living
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 16 hours ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Caregiver at our Traditions of Smyrna Community! At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating...

In Person Part Time

Caregiver - Full Time

  • Vitality Senior Living
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 16 hours ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Caregiver at our Traditions of Smyrna Community! At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating...

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RN Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • TN
  • 1 day ago
  • TN
  • 1 day ago

Overview PRN - Per Diem Make a difference every day as an Amedisys registered nurse Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where...

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Home Health Aide CNA

  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • Harriman, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Harriman, TN
  • 1 day ago

CNA Or Home Health Aide Certificate Required Make a difference every day as an Amedisys home health aide Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S...

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Registered Nurse / Home Health

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, 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 Weekend RN to...

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Personal Care Assistant - Assisted Living

  • Liberty Healthcare Management
  • Crossville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Crossville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion Liberty Senior Living is currently seeking an experienced: We are currently seeking an experienced: PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT (PCA) Job Summary: Assists residents with bathing...

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Caregiver

  • Addus HomeCare Corporation
  • Jamestown, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamestown, TN
  • 1 day ago

care - bathing, dressing, grooming....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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