Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Wilmington, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $14.82 – $16.30
Average Annual Pay
Range: $30,826 – $33,908
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
$13.23/hr
Range: $12.60 – $13.86
Annual Rate
$27,512
Range: $26,202 – $28,822
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.56/hr
Range: $14.82 – $16.30
Annual Rate
$32,367
Range: $30,826 – $33,908
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$17.89/hr
Range: $17.04 – $18.75
Annual Rate
$37,222
Range: $35,450 – $38,994
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
