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Aveanna Healthcare

HHH - Home Health Aide

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Most of our home health locations are rated as 4+ stars for quality and satisfaction * Directly impact the lives of patients in your local community * Flexible scheduling that gives you the ...

Aveanna Healthcare LLC

HHH - Home Health Aide

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Most of our home health locations are rated as 4+ stars for quality and satisfaction * Directly impact the lives of patients in your local community * Flexible scheduling that gives you the ...

Centerwell

Home Health Registered Nurse

Athens, AL · On-site

$49 - $69/hr

Oversee the work of Home Health Aides and monitor their appropriate completion of documentation. Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications: * Med surg, ICU, ER, or acute experience

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How much do home health aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for home health aide in Decatur, AL is $15.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $16.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a home health aide?

Home health aides (HHAs) are trained health care professionals who assist patients with personal tasks such as taking medication, eating, bathing, dressing, cleaning and other care activities. HHAs work in the homes of patients or clients. They may work with one person all day, or have multiple clients, depending on the needs of the patients. Duties of a home health aide may vary day to day and patient by patient. They may include house cleaning, preparing meals, and taking vitals.

What is a home health aide?

Home Health Aides are healthcare professionals who assist people with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or age-related issues in their homes. They provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, as well as help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Home Health Aides play a crucial role in helping clients maintain their independence and quality of life while remaining in a familiar environment. They often work under the supervision of a nurse or other healthcare professional and may also monitor the client's condition and report changes to the care team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a home health aide?

To thrive as a Home Health Aide, you need basic healthcare knowledge, personal care skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent, with some roles requiring certification such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential. Familiarity with patient care documentation systems and basic medical equipment like blood pressure monitors is often necessary. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication make a Home Health Aide stand out by building trust with clients and families. These skills are crucial for delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care in a client's home environment.

What are common challenges home health aides face when working in clients’ homes, and how can they overcome them?

Home Health Aides often encounter challenges such as adapting to a variety of home environments, managing clients with diverse medical or personal needs, and maintaining clear communication with both clients and their families. To overcome these challenges, aides benefit from strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and ongoing training in patient care. Building trust and setting clear expectations with clients and families can also make transitions smoother and ensure the highest quality of care.

What is the difference between Home Health Aide vs Personal Care Assistant?

AspectHome Health AidePersonal Care Assistant
CertificationsTypically requires HHA certificationMay require PCA certification or none
Work EnvironmentProvides medical and personal care in patients' homesAssists with daily activities in private homes or facilities
Employer & IndustryHospitals, home health agencies, hospicePrivate homes, assisted living, adult day care

Home Health Aides and Personal Care Assistants both support individuals with daily living needs. However, HHAs often have medical training and certifications, providing healthcare services, while PCAs focus on non-medical personal care. Both roles are essential in home and community settings, but HHAs typically work in more medically-oriented environments.

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Infographic showing various Home Health Aide job openings in Decatur, AL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,484 per year, or $15.1 per hour.

HHH - Home Health Aide

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Aveanna Healthcare
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Aveanna Healthcare rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 202 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 247 rated social care providers

Job description

Overview
Position Overview
The Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a caring and compassionate person who has the maturity to assume the responsibilities that this position demands, someone with genuine concern for the sick or otherwise disabled, the ability to follow written and oral directions, as well as being able to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms.
Schedule: Part-Time 2-3 days a week for Madison and Limestone counties
Why Join Us?
  • Organization focused on creating great clinical outcomes for our patients
  • Most of our home health locations are rated as 4+ stars for quality and satisfaction
  • Directly impact the lives of patients in your local community
  • Flexible scheduling that gives you the opportunity for better work-life balance

Essential Job Functions:
  • Perform personal care tasks including assistance transferring clients, medication administration, personal grooming (bathing, changing clothing, brushing teeth), wound keeping and cleaning, feeding and ambulation.
  • Ensure client safety while maintaining a safe environment
  • Remind and assist clients with self-administration of medications (with proper training)
  • Encourage self-help activities
  • Report and Document services provided and changes in client's condition or family situation to the office
  • Maintain clinical record documentation according to Aveanna Healthcare policy and procedures as well as state and federal regulations

Requirements:
  • 18 years of age or older with High school degree/GED
  • Valid Drivers license and proof of automobile insurance
  • Valid CPR
  • CNA certification

Preferred:
  • Minimum of one-year Home Health Care experience or LTC experience a plus

Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions)
Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work, including:
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
  • Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
  • Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Our Mission
Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care-because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

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About Aveanna

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Aveanna Healthcare is one of the nation's leading providers of pediatric and adult homecare in the nation. We lead with clinical quality and compassion, delivering care in over 200 locations in 23 states. While we have a national presence, we are very much a local provider in each community we serve. Our stated mission is to revolutionize the way pediatric healthcare is delivered, one patient at a time, and we hope you will help us fulfill that mission by joining the 30,000 nurses who already call Aveanna home. Apply today.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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