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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$34,103 / year median in Maryland
+22% projected growth
Job Description
90+ year old man who lives alone in an apartment within the community. His medical diagnoses include Shortness of Breath, Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease. The patient will need constant supervision from the care giver to prevent fall, Laundry, running errands for the patients, light breakfast, making sure he is well groom and in a clean environment.