Home Health Aide Jobs in Redwood City, 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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Certified Home Health Aide, Hospice

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Aide / CNA Coverage Area: San Jose and surrounding areas. Reimagine Your Career in Hospice As a medical professional, you know that what you do impacts...

Caregiver (No Experience Required)

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - Weekly Pay

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Senior Companion / Non-Medical Caregiver

  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

In Home Caregiver

  • Burlingame, CA (10 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (10 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Caregiver Full-Time

  • Hayward, CA (16 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (16 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration...

Caregivers Needed ASAP

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Duties of Caregiver / Home Health Aide: Schedule: Variable shifts, 2-12 hour shifts various times/days Personal care; dressing and bathing General homemaking, cooking, cleaning, laundry....

Caregiver Needed for Elementary Child After School (we have a Frenchie Puppy)

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our daughter after school from August 25, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 3/4 PM to 7/8 PM (NOTE: We will prioritize quality of...

Caregiver Needed for Infant on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 AM to 2 PM

  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Belmont, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our infant on Mondays and Tuesdays, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, starting on July 28, 2025. The babysitter will ensure the child's safety,...

Caregiver Needed for Morning Routine with Two Kids, Flexible Start Date

  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Ideal job for a college student! We are a family of 4, with a 8 year old boy and a 3 year old girl. Mom and dad work full time. We are looking for morning help starting August 1 to get kids out...

Caregiver Needed for Elementary Child, M-F, 9-10 AM, 3.30 - 4.30 PM, Must Have

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to drive our elementary-aged child to and from camp from July 1, 2025 - July 15, 2025. The babysitter must have a car for transportation. A friendly...

Caregiver Needed for One Elementary Child with Car, July 8, 9am - 1pm

  • Sunnyvale, CA (13 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (13 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our 10 year old female child at the Sunnyvale City Library, 665 W Olive Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 on July 8, 2025 from 9 AM - 1 PM. We will...

Caregiver Needed for 2 Children From 2:30 PM to 6 twice per week

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two children, aged 5 and 8, for two afternoons per week from 2:30 PM to approximately 6:00 PM, starting in August. The babysitter will supervise playtime,...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Redwood City, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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