Home Health Aide Jobs in Virginia

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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Experienced Caregiver

  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago

, light housekeeping, feeding and meal preparation Provide transportation to and from appointments as needed Administrative functions such as documentation of completion of tasks and report changes...

In Home Caregiver

  • New Kent, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Kent, VA
  • 3 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....

Direct Support Professional

  • Chester, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Chester, VA
  • 10 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 / Home Care Aide

  • Charles City, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Charles City, VA
  • 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....

Registered Nurse, Home Health Full Time

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 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...

On-Call Caregiver (Days)

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Health Aide (HHA) or Personal Care Aide (PCA) Certification Proof of a valid drivers license, vehicle insurance, registration, and a reliable vehicle Open availability strongly preferred TB Screening...

Caregiver - Consistent Hours

  • Herndon, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 60+ 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

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 60+ 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

  • Wytheville, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wytheville, VA
  • 90+ 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 Needed for Infant on Mondays from 7 AM to 5:30 PM

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 hours ago

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant every Monday from 07:00 to 17:30, starting on March 24, 2025. The ideal candidate has their own car, multiple years of experience with infants,...

Personal Care Assistant

  • Greenway, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Greenway, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Description Personal Care Assistant Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact?...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Overview Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Salary: $87000 - $100000 / year This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate...

Home Health Aide FT

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Home Health Aide FT Department:At Home Location:Roanoke, VA We are currently taking applications for a full time Home Health Aide. Position is for day hours, Monday through Friday....

Home Care Aide

  • Pennington Gap, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pennington Gap, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities: Follow a care plan for the client and report on completed tasks Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.)...

Travel Registered Nurse Home Health - 881751

  • Newport News, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 22 hours ago

Registered Nurse Home Health Location: Newport News,VA Start Date: 03/31/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: Home Health Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity!...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Virginia 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
18.1%
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 Virginia
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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