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How much do pediatric home health aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for pediatric home health aide in the United States is $16.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pediatric home health aide?

A Pediatric Home Health Aide is a trained professional who provides care and support to children with medical needs in their homes. They assist with activities of daily living, monitor the child's condition, and help with basic medical tasks under the supervision of a nurse or healthcare provider. Their goal is to help children maintain a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment at home, while also supporting the family. Services may include bathing, feeding, mobility assistance, and medication reminders. Pediatric Home Health Aides play a vital role in improving the quality of life for children with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or recovery needs.

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

To thrive as a Pediatric Home Health Aide, you need foundational knowledge of child development, basic healthcare practices, and typically a high school diploma with relevant training or certification (such as CPR and first aid). Familiarity with electronic health records, basic medical equipment, and care documentation systems is often required. Compassion, patience, strong communication, and the ability to build trust with children and families are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities ensure safe, effective, and supportive care tailored to the unique needs of pediatric clients in their homes.

What are some common challenges faced by pediatric home health aides when working with children in home settings?

Pediatric Home Health Aides often encounter challenges such as adapting to each family's unique routines, communicating effectively with both young patients and their caregivers, and managing unpredictable situations that may arise in a home environment. Building trust with children who may have complex medical or emotional needs can take time and requires patience, empathy, and creativity. Additionally, aides must be vigilant in maintaining safety and infection control standards outside of a traditional clinical setting, while also collaborating closely with nurses, therapists, and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

What is the difference between Pediatric Home Health Aide vs Pediatric Nurse Aide?

AspectPediatric Home Health AidePediatric Nurse Aide
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, state-specific trainingCPR, First Aid, nursing assistant certification (CNA)
Work EnvironmentChildren's homes, hospitals, outpatient settingsHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities
Employer & IndustryHome health agencies, pediatric care providersHospitals, nursing homes, pediatric clinics

Both roles involve caring for children, but Pediatric Home Health Aides typically work in home settings with less medical oversight, focusing on daily living assistance. Pediatric Nurse Aides usually work in clinical environments, providing basic nursing care under supervision. The choice depends on the work setting and required certifications.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Home Health Aide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,585 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Pediatric Home Health Aide (HHA)

Upper Darby, PA • On-site


Aveanna Healthcare LLC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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$14/hr

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Pediatric Home Health Aide (HHA)

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Requisition #:

211941

Location:

Upper Darby, PA 19082

Category:

Home Health Aide

Salary:

$14.00 per hour

Position Details

Join a Company That Puts People First!

Pediatric Home Health Aide (HHA)

We are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing! At Aveanna, we’re proud to foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. Here’s what sets us apart:

Award-Winning Culture

  • Indeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024

  • Best Company for Work-Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by Comparably

Why Join Us?

  • Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Paid Time Off Available

  • Flexible scheduling- full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts— we will work with your availability!

  • 24/7 Local support from operators and clinicians

  • Aveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentation

  • Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement

  • Weekly and/or Daily Pay

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount

  • Employee Relief Fund

*Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location

We consider it both a privilege and an honor when we welcome a new patient into our Aveanna family. Our homecare is always delivered from a place of heartfelt compassion and empathy, and every one of our Home Health Aides works together to make sure we achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna isn’t just a provider of compassionate homecare to children and adults.We are a national leader.

Position Overview:

The Home Health Aide is responsible for providing personal care, household assistance and assistance with daily living activities that improve quality of life by allowing our patients to remain in their home while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Provide services that are ordered by the physician in the plan of care within the scope of practice per state law

  • Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as:

  • Basic First Aid

  • Read and record vital (temperature, pulse, respiration)

  • Range of motion exercises

  • Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non-life support medical equipment and devices

  • Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs

  • Care for patient’s special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasks

  • Help patient maintain good personal hygiene, such as:

  • Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating

  • Assist with household management, such as:

  • Home safety and sanitation

  • Infection control

  • General light housekeeping, laundry, and shopping specific to patient

  • Thorough completion and coordination of all required documentation, such as:

  • Maintaining and completing the necessary patient/family and Company documentation records upon conclusion of each visit

  • Observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the (RN) Nursing Supervisor

Requirements:

  • High school graduate or GED

  • Current CPR certification

  • Valid Driver’s License and Acceptable MVR

  • Ongoing Education:

  • A Home Health Aide must receive at least 12 hours of in-service training during each 12-month period. In-service training may occur while an aide is furnishing care to a patient.

Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and procedures.

Other Skills/Abilities:

  • Attention to detail

  • Time Management

  • Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution

Good organization and communication skills

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English

  • Must be able to travel

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds

  • Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting

  • Must be able to sit and climb stairs

  • Must have visual and hearing acuity

  • Must have strong sense of smell and touch

  • Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance

Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport

Environment:

Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions

Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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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.

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