[Core] [123% incumbents] Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.
  DWAs: Maintain medical records.

[Core] [123% incumbents] Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care.
  DWAs: Assist patients with daily activities.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
  DWAs: Assist patients with daily activities.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Bathe patients.
  DWAs: Assist patients with daily activities.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.
  DWAs: Engage patients in exercises or activities.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets.
  DWAs: Feed patients.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Check patients' pulse, temperature, and respiration.
  DWAs: Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies or running errands.
  DWAs: Accompany patients or clients on outings to provide assistance.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Direct patients in simple prescribed exercises or in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
  DWAs: Engage patients in exercises or activities.

[Supplemental] [121% incumbents] Care for children with disabilities or who have sick parents or parents with disabilities.
  DWAs: Assist patients with daily activities.

[Supplemental] [121% incumbents] Accompany clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship.
  DWAs: Accompany patients or clients on outings to provide assistance.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness.
  DWAs: Teach basic living or other adaptive skills to patients or caregivers.

[Supplemental] [120% incumbents] Change dressings.
  DWAs: Apply bandages, dressings, or splints.

[Core] [118% incumbents] Massage patients or apply preparations or treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs, or heat-lamp stimulation.
  DWAs: Administer therapy treatments to patients using hands or physical treatment aids.

[Supplemental] [117% incumbents] Administer prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine.
  DWAs: Give medications or immunizations.

[EMERGING:New] Assist patients with toileting and incontinent care.

[EMERGING:New] Feed patients.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.45 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Psychology (imp:2.60 lvl:2.87) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.58 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:2.52 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.43 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Telecommunications (imp:2.36 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:2.35 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Transportation (imp:2.34 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Education and Training (imp:2.33 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.27 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.19 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:2.15 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Communications and Media (imp:2.11 lvl:1.89) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.09 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.08 lvl:1.49) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Mathematics (imp:2.08 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.08 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.82 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.47) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Geography (imp:1.78 lvl:1.12) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.74 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Design (imp:1.69 lvl:0.97) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Biology (imp:1.68 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Mechanical (imp:1.66 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Food Production (imp:1.63 lvl:0.83) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Production and Processing (imp:1.59 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.59 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  History and Archeology (imp:1.50 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Chemistry (imp:1.49 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Physics (imp:1.47) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Fine Arts (imp:1.43 lvl:0.38) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Building and Construction (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Originality (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Depth Perception (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Sound Localization (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Rate Control (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Night Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.76 lvl:5.31) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Getting Information (imp:4.40 lvl:3.28) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.29 lvl:4.59) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.18 lvl:4.59) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.06 lvl:4.58) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.99 lvl:4.53) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.85 lvl:4.42) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.78 lvl:3.15) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.76 lvl:5.03) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.69 lvl:3.91) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.66 lvl:4.16) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:3.59 lvl:3.77) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.54 lvl:3.24) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.53 lvl:3.08) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.52 lvl:3.74) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.42 lvl:3.03) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.37 lvl:3.35) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.28 lvl:3.28) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.20 lvl:3.35) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.15 lvl:2.72) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.12 lvl:2.66) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.10 lvl:3.51) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.10 lvl:3.20) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.96 lvl:2.89) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.94 lvl:3.06) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.92 lvl:2.61) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.83 lvl:2.49) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.78 lvl:2.73) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.72 lvl:1.93) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.71 lvl:2.32) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.60 lvl:2.51) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.35 lvl:2.21) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.30 lvl:2.18) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.21 lvl:1.84) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.13 lvl:1.70) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.97 lvl:1.49) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Working with Computers (imp:1.91 lvl:1.14) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.85 lvl:1.43) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.69 lvl:1.13) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.58) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.47) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Control (imp:4.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:2.78) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.37) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Optimism (imp:2.35) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Self-Control (imp:2.26) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Social Orientation (imp:2.22) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:2.17) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Sincerity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.99) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.93) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Perseverance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Humility (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.35) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.06) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.92) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.73) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Innovation (imp:0.09) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.07) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.19) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Service Orientation (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Negotiation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
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--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Bayada Home Health Care (stylized BAYADA) is an international nonprofit home health care provider. Founded in 1975, BAYADA has more than 360 offices in 23 states, with locations in Germany, India, Ireland, New Zealand, and South Korea.
Originally a provider of home health aide services (also known as assistive care, or personal care services), Bayada expanded its services to include additional home health care services for people of all ages and abilities.
However, some patients' experience has included ER visits to correct mistakes and oversights made by incompetent nursing staff. The company is also not equipped to address emergencies after hours, even those resulting from nursing staff errors.


== Company overview ==
Headquartered in suburban Philadelphia, PA, USA, with a Global Support Center in Pennsauken, NJ, BAYADA Home Health Care employs more than 28,000 nurses, home health aides, therapists, medical social workers, and other home health care professionals as well as business support staff. In May 2019, BAYADA reached a milestone of serving its one millionth client.
BAYADA provides nursing, rehabilitative, therapeutic, hospice, and assistive care services to children, adults, and seniors. In some states, BAYADA offers behavioral health and habilitation services.


== History ==
On January 17, 1975, Bayada Home Health Care was established as RN Homecare, by J. Mark Baiada in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1983, the name of the company was changed to Bayada Nurses. On the company's 37th anniversary, Bayada Nurses rebranded as BAYADA Home Health Care.
In 2011, the company was awarded the HomeCare Elite Award and the Pennsylvania Homecare Association Award.
As of 2018, Bayada Home Health Care operates more than 360 offices in 26 states, as well as India. The company employs more than 28,000 nurses, home health aides, therapists, medical social workers, and other health care professionals.
The company ranks as #14 on the list of largest employers in Philadelphia and has been on. The privately held company stated 2018 revenue of $1.3B. In 2018, Forbes magazine named Bayada a "Forbes Best Employer for New Grads 2018".


=== Nonprofit transition ===
On August 17, 2017, Mark Baiada retired as CEO of Bayada and announced that his family would gift their privately owned business to transition into a nonprofit organization by January 2019. On the same date, Mark’s son David Baiada, who has worked in the company since 2002, assumed the position of CEO, and Mark Baiada became Chair of the new nonprofit’s Board of Trustees. On December 31, 2018, BAYADA officially transitioned from a family-owned, for-profit company to a nonprofit organization.


== Accreditation ==
Bayada Home Health Care is CHAP-accredited for delivering home health care.
Bayada's Pediatric RN Residency Program is the only one in-home care accredited with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).


== Innovations ==
In 1998, Bayada launched BAYADAbility Rehab Solutions, the a specialized in-home rehabilitative nursing program for people with catastrophic diagnoses.
In 2011, Bayada launched a simulation (SIM) lab training program in-home care, subsequently offered in more than 50 locations.


== References ==

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

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  Extract: Homecare is health care or supportive care provided in the individual home where the patient or client is living, generally focusing on paramedical aid by professional caregivers, assistance in daily living for ill, disabled or elderly people, or a combination thereof. Depending on legislation, a wi

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  QID: Q104813447
  Extract: Home care is supportive care provided in the home. Care may be provided by licensed healthcare professionals who provide medical treatment needs or by professional caregivers who provide daily assistance to ensure the activities of daily living (ADLs) are met. In-home medical care is often and more 

  Title: Unlicensed assistive personnel (similarity: 0.1702)
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  QID: Q1078096
  Extract: Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), including certified nursing assistants and home health aides, are paraprofessionals who assist individuals with physical disabilities, mental impairments, and other health care needs with their activities of daily living (ADLs). UAPs also provide bedside care—in

  Title: Mickey Maguire (Shameless) (similarity: 0.2791)
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  QID: Q6838709
  Extract: 
Mickey Maguire (British) and Mickey Milkovich (American) are characters from the British Channel 4 comedy drama, Shameless, and its American remake on Showtime.

  Title: Caregiver (similarity: 0.1538)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caregiver
  QID: Q553079
  Extract: A caregiver, carer, or support worker is a person who provides care for people struggling with their everyday activities due to age, long-term illness or disability. A caregiver can be either formal or informal. Formal caregivers are trained professionals, including care workers at hospitals, day-ca

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Home Health Aides provide direct care and assistance to individuals with disabilities or illness in their homes, working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. They monitor health status, assist with daily living activities, perform basic medical tasks like checking vital signs, and help maintain patient records. This essential healthcare support role requires strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail to ensure quality care for vulnerable populations.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves visiting multiple clients in their homes to provide personalized care assistance. You'll help patients with personal hygiene tasks like bathing and grooming, assist with mobility by helping them move in and out of beds or wheelchairs, and check vital signs including pulse, temperature, and respiration. Throughout the day, you'll maintain detailed records of patient condition and progress, prepare meals according to prescribed diets, and provide companionship by conversing with or reading to patients. You may also run errands, assist with prescribed exercises, and communicate regularly with supervising nurses about any changes in patient status.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong social orientation and genuine empathy for helping others, as evidenced by the high importance of Social (6.33) characteristics and Service Orientation skills. They demonstrate exceptional dependability and attention to detail, crucial for monitoring patient safety and accurately documenting care. Those who thrive have excellent communication abilities, both oral expression and comprehension, enabling effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams. The role suits people who are comfortable with hands-on care activities, can work independently while following established protocols, and find fulfillment in making a direct positive impact on vulnerable individuals' daily lives.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 62.6% of workers entering with this education level. Many employers prefer or require completion of a post-secondary certificate program (20.9% of workers), which provides training in basic healthcare procedures, patient care techniques, and safety protocols. Some states mandate certification as a Home Health Aide, which typically involves 40-75 hours of training plus a competency exam. Prior experience in customer service or caregiving roles can be beneficial but is not always required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Home Health Aides often advance to roles with greater responsibility and higher wages within healthcare support. Common progression paths include becoming Nursing Assistants or Personal Care Aides in institutional settings, pursuing Licensed Practical Nurse certification with additional education, or specializing as Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy Aides. Some experienced aides become supervisors or trainers within home health agencies. The role serves as valuable entry point into the healthcare field, providing foundational patient care experience that transfers well to various nursing and therapy support positions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, Home Health Aides earn a median annual wage that reflects entry-level healthcare support compensation, with significant geographic variation based on cost of living and state regulations. The field experiences strong demand driven by an aging population preferring to receive care at home rather than institutional settings. Employment opportunities are particularly robust in suburban and rural areas where home-based care is expanding. The profession offers relatively stable employment even during economic downturns, as healthcare needs remain constant and home care is often more cost-effective than institutional alternatives.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Home Health Aides face low automation risk due to the inherently human-centered nature of their core activities. Tasks like assisting with personal care, providing emotional support and companionship, and adapting care approaches based on individual patient needs require human judgment, empathy, and physical dexterity that technology cannot easily replicate. While digital tools may enhance documentation and communication with supervisors, the fundamental work of hands-on patient assistance and relationship-building remains highly resistant to automation.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
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    data: Job Zone progression potential
    data: Healthcare support vertical
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    reasoning: Both roles fall within Social-Realistic RIASEC cluster, focusing on helping others through hands-on assistance and physical care activities.
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    data: Healthcare support classification
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--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  common_variations: ['CHHA', 'CNA in home setting', 'Health Service Worker', 'Direct Support Professional', 'Care Worker', 'Digital Health Caregiver', 'Companion', 'Day Support Professional']

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