Home health aides are members of the health care team who assist clients at home.

Home Health Aide Duties & Responsibilities

Learn about the job duties you can expect if you choose this career:

  • Help clients get dressed and undressed and maintain proper clothing
  • Provide and assist with personal services such as bathing and grooming
  • Accompany clients to their doctor visits
  • Oversee the administration of prescribed medications to clients
  • Assist clients who are unable to handle the day-to-day homemaking duties in their homes
  • Follow a specified care plan for the client and report on completed tasks after each visit