Home Health Aide Jobs in San Diego, 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

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

We have a full time position M - F 8am - 4pm caregiver position at a Residential Facility located in university city. This is a beautiful clean, clean home that cares for 5 patients at a time, 2...

Private Caregiver

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

YOUR TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living to an assigned group of senior residents living in our Assisted Living and Memory Care community Promote socialization...

PCA (Personal Care Assistant) - North County

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs....

Chha / Home Health Aide

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide care to our clients....

Male Caregiver needed 8-12 hours

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Male Caregiver For the Elderly Male Caregiver needed for a Male client needing assistance at home with Activities of daily living 3 days a week 8 to 12 hour shifts must have a flexible schedule Spanish...

Live in Caregiver for Elderly

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Seeking an individual immediately available for Live in Overnight & Daytime Caregiver. Sunday to Thursday only (4 days/4 nights weekly). This is a Permanent position. Live in the private home of...

The School Aide is an individual who works with studentsrequiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision ofthe special education department, teacher and/or supervising...

Personal Care Aide

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

If you're a caregiver, home health aide, or someone passionate about senior care, we want to hear from you!...

Part-time caregiver needed for quadriplegic woman

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Work responsibilities will include assistance with activities of daily living, light food prep and cooking, light cleaning/laundry, assisting with bowel and bladder care, hygiene, dressing, and general...

Hiring - Male Caregiver Needed for Gentleman w Dementia (86)

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Hello! We are a private home in Poway and we are looking to hire a male caregiver for an older gentleman who is healthy but has moderate dementia. A caregiver that can help with showers and...

HIRING CAREGIVERS - UP TO $21/Hour - SAN DIEGO

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Care Attendant, PCA, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, MA, HHA, Home Health Aide, IHSS, In Home Supportive Services, Private Caregiver, Retail, Customer Service, Healthcare, Hospitality...

Direct Support Professional

  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

FT or PT CAREGIVER - AM/PM shift $500 sign-on bonus

  • La Mesa, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Resident Care Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility Engages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization...

$1000.00 Sign On Bonus For Home Caregivers For Seniors

  • Encinitas, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 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 Needed: Care Lead Full Time, San Diego County

  • Del Mar, CA (17 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Del Mar, CA (17 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Home Health Aide/C.N.A/ or Registered Home Care Aide preferred. If not a HHA, someone willing to attend school to attain the certification is preferred....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in San Diego, 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
18.1%
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 San Diego, CA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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