Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $14.49 – $15.94
Average Annual Pay
Range: $30,139 – $33,153
How much do Home Health and Personal Care Aides make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$12.93/hr
Range: $12.32 – $13.55
Annual Rate
$26,899
Range: $25,618 – $28,180
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.21/hr
Range: $14.49 – $15.94
Annual Rate
$31,646
Range: $30,139 – $33,153
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$17.49/hr
Range: $16.66 – $18.33
Annual Rate
$36,393
Range: $34,660 – $38,126
Home Health and Personal Care Aides job description
Home Health and Personal Care Aides professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
