Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Trenton-Princeton, NJ
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.26 – $20.09
Average Annual Pay
Range: $37,981 – $41,779
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
$16.29/hr
Range: $15.52 – $17.08
Annual Rate
$33,898
Range: $32,284 – $35,512
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.17/hr
Range: $18.26 – $20.09
Annual Rate
$39,880
Range: $37,981 – $41,779
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.05/hr
Range: $21.00 – $23.10
Annual Rate
$45,862
Range: $43,678 – $48,046
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
