Home Health Aide Jobs in Oregon

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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Registered Nurse, Home Health $20K Bonus

  • Medford, OR
  • 16 days ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 16 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Bonus $20,000 Reimagine Your Career in Home Health As a medical professional, you know that what you do impacts you as much as your patients and...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Lake Oswego, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR
  • 30+ 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...

Resident Services Assistant - Caregiver

  • Dallas, OR
  • 1 hour ago
  • Dallas, OR
  • 1 hour ago

Assists in the personal care of the residents as needed and as listed on the resident's Service Plan. These duties may include but are not limited to the following: Assistance with toileting....

Direct Support Professional

  • Lincoln City, OR
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lincoln City, OR
  • 5 hours ago

Clarvidas success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are...

Oregon City, Gladstone, Milwaukie Caregivers Needed!

  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Tuition assistance...

In Home Caregivers Needed ASAP in Hillsboro!

  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Tuition assistance Vision insurance...

Caregivers Needed to Help Our Clients Live Their Best Life Possible!

  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Provide companionship and personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding) Assist with medication management Help clients with daily tasks and mobility Why Work With Us: Full-time &...

Caregivers Needed in West Linn & Lake Oswego!

  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Tuition assistance...

Caregivers- Ask About Our Bonus + ICare Incentive!

  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • 6 hours ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Tuition assistance Vision insurance At...

Caregiver (DSP) Happy, Friendly Man

  • Gresham, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Gresham, OR
  • 12 hours ago

Are you looking for an awesome job where you get to make a difference every day? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you! UCP Oregon is an exciting and empowering place to work. We...

DSP - Direct Support Professional

  • Salem, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 12 hours ago

, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating Meal and snack preparation Light household duties Provide mobility and transfer assistance Administer medications Accompany clients to community outings and...

Caregiver (RPCA) - RPCA, TN

  • Friend, OR
  • 14 hours ago
  • Friend, OR
  • 14 hours ago

The relative personal care attendant (RPCA) is a relative of the client who is trained to provide non-skilled personal care and related homemaker services in the home....

Full Time Swing Medtech Caregiver

  • Portland, OR
  • 15 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 15 hours ago

CNA or Home Health Aide preferred. What we offer: Our full-time benefits package is one of the best in the business....

Caregiver

  • Happy Valley, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Happy Valley, OR
  • 21 hours ago

What You'll Do Helping with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing Supporting residents with medication Repositioning residents in bed and escorting them around the community Toileting...

Part Time Child Caregiver; Portland, OR

  • Portland, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 21 hours ago

Part Time Child Caregiver; Portland, OR About Care.com: Care.com is a consumer tech company with heart. We're on a mission to solve a human challenge we all face: finding great care for the ones...

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Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Oregon

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Oregon offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.1%
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 Oregon
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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