responsibilities include: Provide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance and services according to the health care provider's orders. Supervise residents who self-administer medication while fo…
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Home Health Aide jobs in New Orleans, LA
Home health aides help clients with bathing, dressing, meals, and mobility in their own homes, offering steady companionship while reporting health changes to nurses and families.
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$12–$20/hr
Typical pay range
$33k
Median, full-time
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Pediatric Medical Assistant Priority Health Care is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Medical Assistant to support our pediatric clinical team and enhance the healthcare experience for children and families. In this role…
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and trustworthy In- Home Non-Medical Caregiver to provide quality companionship and daily living assistance to clients in the comfort of their own homes. Benefits WEEKLY PAY Pa…
$11 - $16 per hour
Who We Are: As a leading senior care provider, Senior Helpers is the first national in- home care company to be recognized as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK 3 years in a row! Senior Helpers culture is based on strong core values,…
, including nights and/or weekends * Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in- home care environment (minimum of 1 year) * Willingness to enforce health and safety standards * Supportive and compassionate * H…
Responding appropriately in emergency situations * Following all health, safety, and infection-control protocols What We’re... ...of experience in healthcare, senior living, hospitality, or in- home care * Reliable trans…
$11 - $16 per hour
your community * Paid in-office training * Access to a wide range of training HERE’S WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING FOR US: * Work close to home * Clearly defined job tasks * Outstanding 24/7 office support * Work with the late…
$185 per day
Are you a compassionate and experienced caregiver looking to make a difference in the lives of seniors? Griswold Home Care is seeking dedicated Live-In caregivers to join our team in Baton Rouge. As a Live-In caregiver,…
different shifts, including days, nights and/or weekends * Prior experience in a healthcare or in- home care environment (minimum of 1 year) * Willingness to enforce health and safety standards * Supportive and compassio…
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant to join our care team. In this role, you will support residents or patients with daily living activities, help maintain a safe and comfortable envir…
rewarding experience. Join our team today and help make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Benefits Flexible Schedule In- home and facility shifts available (vary by location) Immediate start Benefits package C…
innovation. Across every role, we harness data and AI to work smarter, move faster and create breakthrough solutions that improve health outcomes for people. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll do meaningful…
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What home health aides earn in New Orleans
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $12–$15 | $26k–$32k |
| Mid level | $14–$18 | $30k–$37k |
| Senior | $16–$20 | $34k–$42k |
Adjusted for the New Orleans market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Personal care assistanceSafe transfers and mobilityMeal preparationMedication remindersObserving and reporting changesCompanionship and patienceReliabilityBasic housekeeping
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you help a client with bathing while protecting their dignity?
Describe asking permission, explaining each step, covering areas not being washed, and letting the client do what they can themselves.
What would you do if you arrived and your client seemed confused or unwell?
Show the reporting chain: stay with the client, check for immediate danger, and call the nurse or agency right away. Never diagnose or wait it out.
Tell me about a difficult client and how you built trust.
Pick a story about consistency and small kindnesses over weeks, not a single breakthrough. Patience is the trait being tested.
How do you handle a client who refuses care that day?
Respect the refusal, try again gently later, offer choices, and document and report it. Forcing care is the wrong answer.
What does reliability mean in this job, and what is your attendance record like?
Be direct: clients depend on you arriving. Give your actual record and how you handle transportation or scheduling conflicts in advance.
Are you comfortable with transfers, lifts, and mobility equipment?
Name what you have used, such as gait belts or Hoyer lifts, and mention proper body mechanics. Honesty about training gaps is fine.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For home health aides specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your HHA or CNA certification and state registry status, plus CPR and first aid; agencies verify these before interviews.
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Describe the conditions you have supported, such as dementia, stroke recovery, or hospice, rather than listing generic duties.
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Note practical logistics that matter to agencies: a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and shift availability.
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Show longevity with clients or agencies, for example two years with one family, since turnover is the industry's main worry.
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Mention specialized training like dementia care, Hoyer lift use, or feeding-tube-adjacent support where you have it.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Home Health Aide
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Certified Nursing Assistant
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Licensed Practical Nurse
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Registered Nurse
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