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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