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CenterWell

Home Health Aide-PRN

Stockbridge, GA

$37K - $43K/yr

As a Home Health Aide (HHA), you will: * Provide direct patient care to patient under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care (POC). * Assist the patient with self-administered ...

Destiny's Child Inc.

Home Health Aide

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Must be in good health. EXPERIENCE: Experience as a nurse aide, a personal support aide or personal care assistant is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Intellectually ...

Destiny's Child Inc.

Home Health Aide

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $13/hr

Must be in good health. EXPERIENCE: Experience as a nurse aide, a personal support aide or personal care assistant is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Intellectually ...

Destiny's Child Inc.

Home Health Aide

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $13/hr

Must be in good health. EXPERIENCE: Experience as a nurse aide, a personal support aide or personal care assistant is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Intellectually ...

Destiny's Child

Home Health Aide

Atlanta, GA

$14 - $18/hr

Must be in good health. EXPERIENCE: Experience as a nurse aide, a personal support aide or personal care assistant is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Intellectually ...

Destiny's Child

Home Health Aide

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Must be in good health. EXPERIENCE: Experience as a nurse aide, a personal support aide or personal care assistant is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Intellectually ...

ATC Marietta

Behavioral Health Aide

Marietta, GA · On-site

$19/hr

ATC Healthcare is looking for a CERTIFIED HEALTH AIDE! The HA provides services to meet the personal care needs of the patient in various healthcare settings under the direction of a licensed ...

ATC Marietta

Behavioral Health Aide

Marietta, GA

$19/hr

ATC Healthcare is looking for a CERTIFIED HEALTH AIDE! The HA provides services to meet the personal care needs of the patient in various healthcare settings under the direction of a licensed ...

ATC Marietta

Behavioral Health Aide

Marietta, GA · On-site

$19/hr

ATC Healthcare is looking for a CERTIFIED HEALTH AIDE! The HA provides services to meet the personal care needs of the patient in various healthcare settings under the direction of a licensed ...

ATC Marietta

Behavioral Health Aide

Marietta, GA

$19/hr

ATC Healthcare is looking for a CERTIFIED HEALTH AIDE! The HA provides services to meet the personal care needs of the patient in various healthcare settings under the direction of a licensed ...

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How much do health aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for health aide in Decatur, GA is $17.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $17.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Health Aide, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Health Aide, you need basic healthcare knowledge, personal care skills, and often a high school diploma or relevant certification such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Familiarity with patient care equipment, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and infection control protocols is commonly required. Compassion, patience, and effective communication are vital soft skills for supporting patients and collaborating with healthcare teams. These abilities ensure that Health Aides provide safe, respectful, and effective care, directly impacting patient well-being and satisfaction.

What are some common challenges Health Aides face when supporting clients in their homes, and how can these be managed?

Health Aides often encounter challenges such as adapting to different home environments, managing clients with varying levels of mobility or cognitive ability, and addressing unexpected changes in a client's condition. Communication with family members and healthcare professionals is essential for ensuring consistent care. Building strong relationships, staying organized, and maintaining flexibility are key strategies for overcoming these challenges and providing high-quality support.

What are Health Aides?

Health Aides are professionals who assist individuals with daily living activities and basic healthcare needs, often in their homes or care facilities. They help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders, and mobility support. Health Aides play a crucial role in supporting people who are elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness, allowing them to maintain independence and quality of life. They may also monitor vital signs and report changes in a client's condition to medical professionals.

What is the difference between Health Aide vs Nursing Assistant?

AspectHealth AideNursing Assistant
Required CredentialsUsually no formal certification, but some states require trainingCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
Work EnvironmentHome health, assisted living, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, clinics
Employer & Industry UsageHome health agencies, elder care providersHospitals, nursing homes, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with daily living, light housekeeping, basic health monitoringPatient care, vital signs, assisting with medical procedures

While both roles involve patient assistance, Health Aides typically work in home or long-term care settings with less formal certification, focusing on daily living support. Nursing Assistants usually work in hospitals or nursing homes, requiring CNA certification and providing more clinical patient care.

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Home Health Aide-PRN

Home Health Aide-PRN

CenterWell Primary Care

Stockbridge, GA • On-site

$37K - $43K/yr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Become a part of our caring community
As a Home Health Aide, reporting to the Associate Director, Branch Administration at CenterWell Home Health, you'll help patients regain strength, mobility and independence-all from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on rehabilitation and functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence and enjoy a better quality of life.
As a Home Health Aide (HHA), you will:
  • Provide direct patient care to patient under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care (POC).
  • Assist the patient with self-administered medications by opening bottle caps for the patient, reading medication labels to the patient, checking the dose being self-administered against the prescribed dose on the container label and observing the patient takes the medication.
  • Take accurate temperature, pulse and blood pressure measurements and recognize and report abnormal results to supervisor.
  • Help patient maintain good personal hygiene by performing or supervising bathing, grooming, skin care, shaving, oral care, nail/foot care and other activities.
  • Assist in feeding patients and communicate basic principles of nutrition, observe and record food and fluid intake. Safely position patient for meals and feed or support self-feeding.
  • Assist with patient toileting including use of bed pan/urinal, change and position catheter bags and bag change procedures on well-regulated ostomies.
  • Provide necessary skills to safely assist the patient with patient mobility, exercises, positioning/turning, transfers and ambulation per Plan of Care and CenterWell Home Health policy.
  • Report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care. Document interactions with patients, caregivers, doctors and other staff members appropriately, legibly, thoroughly and in the amount of time allowed.
  • Practice acceptable infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
  • Help with other household tasks, including light laundry, bed changing and bed making, light meal preparation, light housekeeping and shopping (if no other assistance is available and an MD order is present).

Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications:
  • Complete Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program within the last 24 months
  • Must meet applicable state certification requirements
  • A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required
  • Must be in good standing on the HHA Registry (if applicable) and have completed HHA/CNA course to work for a Medicare certified agency.
  • Minimum one year experience in the last 24 months as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health/hospice agency.

Additional Information
TB Statement:
This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.
Driving Statement:
This role is part of Humana's driver safety program and therefore requires an individual to have a valid state driver's license and are expected to maintain personal vehicle liability insurance. Individual must carry vehicle insurance in accordance with their residing state minimum required limits, or $25,000 bodily injury per person/$25,000 bodily injury per event /$10,000 for property damage or whichever is higher.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
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Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$37,440 - $43,800 per year
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers benefits for limited term, variable schedule and per diem associates which are designed to support whole-person well-being. Among these benefits, Humana provides paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance program, business travel and accident.
About Us
About CenterWell Home Health: CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers - all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.
About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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