Home Health Aide Jobs in Escondido, CA

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • San Marcos, CA (10 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (10 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 Hourly during training & Pay Per Visit when seeing patients Coverage Area: Must be flexible Shift: Full Tiime On Call:...

Caregiver Needed for 1 Elementary Child - Meal Prep, Bedtime, Light Housekeeping

  • La Mesa, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Mesa, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We need a babysitter starting on June 20, 2025, for one elementary-aged child. The sitter prepares meals and snacks while ensuring the child eats healthily. They help with bedtime routines, making...

Personal Care Aide

  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Personal Care Aides Perks: Healthcare benefits Flexible schedule Direct deposit Personal Care Aides Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist...

Personal Care Aide

  • El Cajon, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago

States Related jobs Personal Care Home Health Aide Sanzie HealthCare Services Inc GA, USA Full-time +1 Quick SANZIE HEALTHCARE SERVICES INC.Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives...

Caregiver FT - All shifts

  • Escondido, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 2 days ago

This includes eating, bathing, dressing toileting, transferring (walking), and continence....

Caregiver

  • Bonsall, CA (17 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bonsall, CA (17 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for help with parents as they are older and need help with daily activities in there home. This will be an 8 hr shift, 40 hrs a week. please respond with your resume so I can review and...

$1000.00 Sign On Bonus For Home Caregivers For Seniors

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team at SEACREST AT HOME! Now Hiring Experienced, Compassionate Caregivers Are you a caring, dedicated, and reliable professional looking to make a difference in the lives of others?...

Caregiver Full-time

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 3 days ago

As a pioneer in our industry, we support families by referring care partners for personal care, homemaking, and companionship services....

Caregiver-Memory Care-Full Time-PM Shift

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 3 days ago

BASIC PURPOSE OF POSITION: Provides direct personal care to Residents. Promotes resident well-being and satisfaction through support with activities of daily living....

Caregiver

  • El Cajon, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Searching for a wonderful, hard working, reliable caregiver. We have 7 residents who are wonderful and happy to see kind people taking good care of them. If interested call Linda Cruz at ....

Spinal cord Injury iso CAREGIVER

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Requires someone taller than 5'3"** -No Live-Ins Partime- Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday or Tues/Wed/Thurs or Wed/Thurs/Fri Splitshift--Client is independent and very active between shifts 6.5 hours...

Caregiver

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 4 days ago

LOOKING FOR CAREGIVERS TO CARE FOR FEMALE CLIENT IN CARLBAD. SPLIT SHIFT 830AM -1230PM AND 430PM - 830PM FAMILY WANTS CONSISTENCY. FOR DETAIL ON CASE CALL/TEXT MINI AT ... FOR APPLICATION EMAIL...

Weekend Caregiver (consistent work)

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Canaan Home Care is looking for the following caregiver: 1. Weekend shift (Saturday and Sunday) 2. 8 AM- 6 PM (consistent schedule) 3. North County San Diego * Must have the following credentials:...

Full Time Caregiver (PM)

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 5 days ago

of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, dining, etc.)...

Instructional - Personal Care Asst SpEd

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Instructional - Personal Care Assistant - Special Education assists a teacher in providing instruction and care to individuals or small groups of students with severe physical disabilities and/or...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Escondido, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Escondido, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Escondido, CA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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