Home Health Aide Jobs in Waukesha, 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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Home Health Aide/CNA

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation....

In Home Caregiver - Paid Weekly

  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 18 hours ago

Such as bathing, dressing, and toileting....

Caregivers

  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 19 hours ago

. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: 6 months of experience as caregiver and/or personal care aide. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Mail a Rsum: Homes for Independent Living of Wisconsin...

In-Home Caregiver- Fond Du Lac

  • Ashippun, WI (19 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashippun, WI (19 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

In-Home Caregiver - Fond Du Lac Lets talk about YOUR workable shifts! $15-$17/hr Do you have caregiving experience? Are You interested in part time to full time hours? Great! Join Home Instead and...

Caregiver

  • Glendale, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 2 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 Qualifications:...

Home Care Caregiver - Overnights

  • Muskego, WI (11 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Muskego, WI (11 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 3 days ago

The caregiver will assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and companionship....

PT 3rd Shift Certified Caregiver

  • New Berlin, WI (8 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (8 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary Caregivers are responsible for providing personal care services to the residents, housekeeping, laundry, social-recreational activities, meal preparedness and assistance, medication...

CNA HSP Hospice Aide

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Provides personal care services to patients....

Caregiver

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 4 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...

Registered Nurse -Home Health

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago

UP TO $2000 RN SIGN-ON BONUS! FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING! PAID DRIVE TIME AND COMPANY VEHICLE! Commonheart At Commonheart, we are devoted to restoring health and well-being, and providing comfort to...

CAREGIVERS - PM/NOC SHIFT - Full Time - CBRF

  • Oconomowoc, WI (16 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (16 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 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...

Part Time Child Caregiver; Milwaukee, WI

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Part Time Child Caregiver; Milwaukee, WI About Care.com: Care.com is a consumer tech company with heart. We're on a mission to solve a human challenge we all face: finding great care for the ones...

Home Care Caregiver

  • Muskego, WI (11 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Muskego, WI (11 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

The caregiver will assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and companionship....

CBRF Caregiver ($14/hr starting)

  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Caregivers are responsible for providing resident care assisting with activities of daily living as outlined in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), treating each resident with dignity and respect while...

Experienced Caregiver

  • Summit, WI (16 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Summit, WI (16 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 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...

Demographic Data for Waukesha, WI

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Waukesha, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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