Home Health Aide Jobs in Fort Atkinson, 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 for Families

  • Jefferson, WI (6 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Jefferson, WI (6 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Ixonia, WI (21 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Ixonia, WI (21 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Personal Care Aide - Full-Time/Part-Time

  • Oconomowoc, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Caregiving duties include assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as housekeeping, laundry and bathing support....

Caregivers - Full Time Noc / Part Time Days & PM - Cbrf

  • Oconomowoc, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS We Have a Place for YOU Apply With Towner Crest Today! Here you will find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on...

Caregiver

  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 7 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....

Caregivers - Part Time All Shifts - Cbrf

  • Oconomowoc, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS We Have a Place for YOU Apply With Towner Crest Today! Here you will find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on...

Hospice Care Consultant

  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Care, Girling Personal Care, The Home Option and Victorian Home Care....

Care Giver - Part Time Hours - No Experience Necessary

  • Lake Mills, WI (12 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lake Mills, WI (12 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 16 days ago

of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed Engaging residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities Position Requirements...

Caregiver - Memory Care

  • Dousman, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Dousman, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 21 days ago

The Caregiver for Memory Care supports our mission and values by assisting residents with personal care such as dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, and ambulation to encourage independence, according...

Caregiver - 4-Day Work Week

  • Cottage Grove, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, WI (20 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 22 days ago

Job position description: As a Caregiver, you will provide personal care and assist with Activities of Daily Living to RCAC, CBRF, and/or Memory Care residents of Capri Communities with adherence to...

Lead Direct Support Professional - CBRF

  • Watertown, WI (15 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Watertown, WI (15 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 25 days ago

Our Company ResCare Community Living Overview Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our company with their...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 27 days ago

cares and provide normalization/community integration....

Direct Support Professional

  • Fort Atkinson, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Fort Atkinson, WI
  • 28 days ago

What You'll Do: Empower Individuals : Assist with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration, ensuring each person receives the best care possible....

Experienced Caregiver

  • Delafield, WI (23 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Delafield, WI (23 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 29 days ago

of Daily Living (ADLs) in a safe and professional manner Supply personal companionship, remaining actively engaged with each client by providing ongoing social & emotional support Assist with personal...

Non Medical Caregiver

  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (17 miles from Fort Atkinson, WI)
  • 29 days ago

Tasks may include: Laundry & changing linens Bathing, dressing, grooming Light housekeeping Companionship & conversation Meal Preparation Safety monitoring Exercises prescribed by physician/PT Medication...

Demographic Data for Fort Atkinson, WI

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Fort Atkinson, WI

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Fort Atkinson, 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
18.1%
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 Fort Atkinson, WI
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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