Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in New Mexico, NM
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $13.95 – $15.35
Average Annual Pay
Range: $29,016 – $31,918
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
$12.45/hr
Range: $11.86 – $13.05
Annual Rate
$25,897
Range: $24,664 – $27,130
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$14.65/hr
Range: $13.95 – $15.35
Annual Rate
$30,467
Range: $29,016 – $31,918
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$16.85/hr
Range: $16.04 – $17.65
Annual Rate
$35,037
Range: $33,368 – $36,706
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
