Home Health Aide Jobs in Mission Viejo, 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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Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Capistrano Beach, CA (10 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Capistrano Beach, CA (10 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

In Home Caregiver

  • Santa Ana, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

  • Newport Beach, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver Personal Care Assistant

  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Assisting with personal care needs such as dressing, showering, and toileting the client. Learn more about joining our team: Please email your caregiver resume today to: ......

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Temecula, CA (23 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Temecula, CA (23 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Hourly during orientation & Pay Per Visit when seeing patients Coverage Area: Menifee & Temecula Shift: Full Time On Call: One weekend a month Offer Based on Years of Experience Find Your...

Experienced Caregivers - get interviewed today!

  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

and maintaining active engagement with each client by providing ongoing social and emotional support Assisting with personal care activities to include personal hygiene, mobility assistance, incontinence...

Caregiver Needed

  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Morning, afternoon and overnight Companionship Meal prep Light house keeping ADLs...

Premium Pay Caregiver (Weekend Shifts)

  • Santa Ana, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

and maintaining active engagement with each client by providing ongoing social and emotional support Assisting with personal care activities to include personal hygiene, mobility assistance, incontinence...

Caregivers Needed

  • Laguna Woods, CA (10 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Laguna Woods, CA (10 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 2 days ago

SMITH HOME CARE IS LOOKING FOR CAREGIVERS IN OC! Smith Home Care is looking to hire Caregivers/CNAs/HHAs for immediate staffing. Our company is expanding and ready to hire compassionate, reliable...

IHSS Caregiver needed in Riverside

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 2 days ago

care, and grooming....

Caregiver (Wednesday-Saturday 6am-11am)

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Assist residents with simple requests as needed Supervise or assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, ambulation and other activities Provide companionship and develop strong resident relations...

Overnight Caregiver - Short Term

  • San Clemente, CA (12 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (12 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Female quadriplegic looking for an overnight caregiver six nights a week from 8:30 PM to 6:30 AM. Ideally I would like to have two different (FEMALE ONLY) caregivers to share this position. Job...

Hiring Caregivers: Both Day & Night Shift!

  • Costa Mesa, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Our very personal level of care, customized to each resident's needs, includes supervision, assistance with daily activities, (i.e., bathing, dressing, and exercise) and medication dispensing....

Home Health Aide Training Promo. No CNA required

  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Home Health Aide Training Promo....

Demographic Data for Mission Viejo, CA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Mission Viejo, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, CA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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