Home Health Aide Jobs in Forest Junction, WI

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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Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Saint Nazianz, WI (17 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Saint Nazianz, WI (17 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver for Families

  • Francis Creek, WI (22 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Francis Creek, WI (22 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver

  • Kellnersville, WI (18 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kellnersville, WI (18 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Manitowoc, WI (22 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Manitowoc, WI (22 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver

  • Appleton, WI (11 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Appleton, WI (11 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 18 hours ago

preparation, errand running, transportation, bathing, personal hygiene and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers...

Caregiver Third Shift

  • Howard, WI (23 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Howard, WI (23 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Shifts Available NOC 3rd shift: 11:00pm -7:00am Rotating weekends and holidays Job Type Full-time Part-time Responsibilities Assists residents with activities of daily living according to individual...

Caregiver Second Shift

  • Howard, WI (23 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Howard, WI (23 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Shifts Available PM: 3:00pm -11:00pm Rotating weekends and holidays Job Type Full-time Part-time Responsibilities Assists residents with activities of daily living according to individual care plans...

Caregiver First Shift

  • Howard, WI (23 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Howard, WI (23 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Shifts Available Days: 7:00am - 3:00pm Rotating weekends and holidays Job Type Full-time Part-time Responsibilities Assists residents with activities of daily living according to individual care plans...

Direct Support Professional

  • Appleton, WI (11 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (11 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Grow with Homes for Independent Living as a Caregiver assisting 1-4 adult clients with behavioral, medical and/or physical disabilities in a residential home setting. Ensure...

Full Time NOC Caregiver

  • Appleton, WI (11 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (11 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 2 days ago

ETHIC – Excellence, Teamwork, Hospitality, Integrity, and Compassion – steadfastly characterizes our mission to continually enrich the daily lives of residents. We practice these principles with...

Caregiver

  • Green Bay, WI (20 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (20 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 2 days ago

REM 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...

Child Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Manitowoc, WI (22 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Manitowoc, WI (22 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 6 days ago

May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including: bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture...

Home Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Oshkosh, WI (19 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (19 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 8 days ago

May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including: bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture...

Part-time Caregiver

  • Green Bay, WI (20 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (20 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care....

Child Caregiver

  • Oshkosh, WI (19 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (19 miles from Forest Junction, WI)
  • 8 days ago

May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including: bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture...

Demographic Data for Forest Junction, WI

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Forest Junction, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Forest Junction, WI 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 Forest Junction, WI
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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