πŸ’Ό Home Health Aide

Career Description
A home health aide provides personal care services to individuals who are unable to fully care for themselves in their own homes. They assist clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. They may also perform basic medical tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and administering medication. Home health aides play a crucial role in improving the quality of life for individuals who require assistance in their daily activities. This job title is expected to have high demand in the future due to the aging population and the preference for receiving care in the comfort of one's own home. It offers a good work-life balance as most of the work is performed during regular business hours.
Hard Skills
Basic medical knowledge Patient care Assistance with daily living activities Monitoring vital signs Administering medication Wound care Emergency response
Soft Skills
Compassion Empathy Communication Problem-solving Time management
Relevant Educations
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification First Aid Certification High School Diploma
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Remote friendly
Work life balance
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Work environment
Introvert friendly
Austism friendly
Salary growth
Work hours
Standard Work Hours Flexibility
Demand in wisconsin this week
Low