Home Health Aide Jobs in San Mateo, 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 / Home Care Aide

  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day 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

  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 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 (No Experience Required)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 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

  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 27 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

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 30+ 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

  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 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 (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 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...

Caregiver Part-Time

  • San Leandro, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • San Ramon, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Ramon, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

The elite team members of this Home Health unit are seeking a like-minded, compassionate RNs to join their ranks in San Ramon - Contra Costa, CA. With a care-giving model based on optimal patient...

Personal Care Aide (PCA)

  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

care needs Help keep Clients' environment clean and organized Remind Client to take self-administered medications Successful applicants will meet the following requirements: You must have a minimum...

Reliable Caregiver Needed ASAP Companion Care !

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un Reliable Caregiver Needed ASAP - Companion Care! (san francisco) compensation: $35-40/hour Job Title: Immediate Hire - Caregiver Pay: $35-40/hour Urgent Need: Seeking a dependable,...

RN / Registered Nurse Home Health in Hayward, CA

  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Estimated payment breakdown $2,680 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends Specialty: RN Start Date: 6/19/2025 Duration: 13 40 hours per week Shift: 8 Hrs Employment Type: Traveler Ardor...

Home Health Nurse II

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Supervises Home Health aides and LVNs according to law, regulation and agency policy....

Behavior Specialist- Hiring Experienced Caregivers

  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Apply Description Join a company that recognizes your impact. From milestone bonuses to leadership invites, CSD rewards your growth. We are currently seeking a Behavior Specialist to join our...

Home Health Aide/San Leandro/ 18 hours a week/ $26 an hour

  • San Leandro, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties include providing assistance with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), meal preparation, light house-keeping, fall prevention, and assistance transferring....

Demographic Data for San Mateo, CA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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