Home Health Aide Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Personal Care Aide

Job Description: Provide compassionate and personalized care to individuals in need of extra assistance with daily activities and necessities Assist with companionship, bathing, toileting, ambulation...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

Caregiver (Part Time, 1st or 2nd Shift)

  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

The Caregiver @ The Preston of Rockville meets community residents needs by helping with activities of daily living....

Direct Support Professional (Meaningful Day Program CDS)

  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Pay Range: $19.50 - $20 per hour (Depending on years of experience) At Gallagher Services - a Catholic Charities program, we believe that every person deserves a life filled with meaning,...

Caregiver

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 hours ago

Caregiver (Brooklyn Park) The Kerry Kares Foundation compensation: $17/hour employment type: job title: Caregiver Caregiver position 11am-7pm shift available. 40 hour work week. Monday thru Friday...

PRN Entry Level Caregiver

  • Cockeysville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cockeysville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Provide warm and engaging personal care services, assistance, support and companionship. Engage and assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs)....

Home Health Aide

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

As a Home Health Aide, you will provide personal care for the Agency's patients....

Full Time - Live-In Caregiver @ Group Home

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Residential Live-In Caregiver: Provide support for up to 6 residents living within a Mental Health Residential Facility. This Staff participates in the daily routine of the home, and provides...

Caregiver

  • Brooklyn, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Caregiver position 11am-7pm shift available. 40 hour work week. Monday thru Friday $17/hr. This is an Agency employment 1099 position. Adult CPR And First Aid certified(no exceptions!!!! ) Must...

PT Weekend Direct Support Professional- Balt County/Cowpens

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

PT/ Weekend - Direct Support Professional (DSP) Baltimore County/Cowpens Rate of Pay $23/hr FLSA Status: Non- exempt $500.00 Sign-On Bonus!!! We are seeking a Part-Time Weekend Direct Support...

Community Health Nurse II (Full-Time Contractual) - #25-004216-0023

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

GRADE 19 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH Dorchester County Health Department 627 Race Street Cambridge, MD 21613 Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this full-time contractual position will be to...

Direct Support Professional (Montgomery County)

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Assist with daily living skills (including but not limited to activities such as cleaning, cooking, hygiene, budgeting, and banking) and personal care (including eating, toileting and dressing) based...

Caregiver - FT 7a-3p ($20 per hour)

  • Pasadena, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasadena, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

to: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility....

Caregiver Professional - In Home

  • Pikesville, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pikesville, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Always Best Care of Parkville is looking for Care Professionals to provide in-home personal care services to our senior community in the Baltimore area....

Caregiver

  • Randallstown, MD (12 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Randallstown, MD (12 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Part-time caregiver position available for Ladies over 50. You must be able to work 2 days a week and some weekends. You must have a car. If interested, you may call ... between 10am and 5pm.

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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