Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Paducah, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.01 – $17.61
Average Annual Pay
Range: $33,301 – $36,631
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
$14.29/hr
Range: $13.61 – $14.97
Annual Rate
$29,721
Range: $28,306 – $31,136
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.81/hr
Range: $16.01 – $17.61
Annual Rate
$34,966
Range: $33,301 – $36,631
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.33/hr
Range: $18.41 – $20.25
Annual Rate
$40,211
Range: $38,296 – $42,126
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
