Health Sciences

Home Health Aides

Monitor the health status of an individual with disabilities or illness, and address their health-related needs, such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, or administering medication. Work is performed under the direction of offsite or intermittent onsite licensed nursing staff. Provide assistance with routine healthcare tasks or activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing, toileting, or ambulation. May also help with tasks such as preparing meals, doing light housekeeping, and doing laundry depending on the patient's abilities.

Occupation Details

County Information

Wage

$14/hour Average
$28,340/year Median

Wage Range

$23,970/year Entry
$32,490/year Experienced

Growth Opportunity

797 Annual Openings
12% change total jobs from 2020-2030

Education Typically Needed

High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience Typically Needed

None

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