For clinicians feeling exhausted by long shifts at the hospital and lacking substantial face time with patients and their families, home health care offers many benefits. Not only is it a rewarding career option for both nurses and therapists, but it is also an extremely in-demand field.
Why Work in Home Health Care?
In-Demand Setting
According to a study by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the home health care services industry has the highest growing trend from 2014 to 2024, with an estimated 760,400 new jobs for healthcare professionals. Additionally, both patients and clinicians gain independence and convenience with home health care that they may not experience in another setting.
Home health care resulted from an increasing need for loved ones to receive care at home. This development is in part due to the limitations and high costs of long-term facility care as well as patient preferences. Among populations that benefit from home health care, the elderly comprise a significant share.
According to the U.S. Administration on Aging, the number of persons 65 years or older will more than double from 2000 to 2030 to about 19% of the population. This means that 72.1 million Americans will potentially need these services at some point in their later years. With a growing community in need of care, the demand for qualified nurses and therapists in the field will continue.
New Skills
Given the job opportunities in home health care, the challenge becomes finding healthcare professionals with specialized skills. Many organizations are willing to provide in-depth training to those new to the home health care setting, which allows for easier access to the specialty. Clinicians then have the opportunity to apply their skills in focused populations like pediatrics or adult care.
Home health care therapists and nurses also benefit from ongoing professional development, exposure to new treatment techniques, and emerging technologies designed to aid home health care patients. This skill set will serve healthcare professionals well for focusing on quality patient care.
Personalized Care
Additionally, treatment at home allows clinicians to work on one-on-one patient care, leading to closer relationships and better outcomes. Studies show that home health care tends to increase patient satisfaction and greater compliance with treatment plans and proactive care.
This environment enhances the quality of life for patients and allows them to remain safe and comfortable in their homes. Keeping the attention on one patient at a time is designed for patient care, but also lets clinicians maintain balance as well.
Flexibility
Since home health care clinicians set their own patient schedules, they have the added flexibility as a benefit. Traveling to and from patients’ homes provides a frequent change of scenery that allows nurses and therapists to work independently and break from rigid routine. With various part-time and full-time opportunities, home health care roles have the flexibility to fit any individual’ needs.
Home Health Jobs
Have you considered working in home health care? Supplemental Health Care has a dedicated Home Health division that is ready to support your career change or continuation in home health care. Contact our recruiting team today to get started.
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