Home Health Aide Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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 in the San Juans

  • Shaw Island, WA (23 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Shaw Island, WA (23 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 1 hour ago

In time, it may be necessary to increase duties to include dressing, bathing and assistance with toileting. There is a separate guest cottage with a kitchen that will be used by the caregiver....

Home Care Aide (HCA) - PT and FT/Flexible Hours

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 day ago

Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent Willing and able to perform the personal care and housekeeping chores detailed in this document Organized and...

Summer Camp Nightwatch Caregiver

  • Blaine, WA (14 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Blaine, WA (14 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Staff needs to be comfortable assisting with personal care. Apply online at www.lionscamphorizon.org "Staff" tab...

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - Supported Living

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 4 days ago

Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)....

Direct Support Professional - Supported Living

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 4 days ago

Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)....

Direct Support Professional - Group Training Home

  • Lynden, WA (13 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lynden, WA (13 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)....

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - Group Training Home

  • Lynden, WA (13 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lynden, WA (13 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)....

Caregiver

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 6 days ago

care including bathing, dressing, and grooming * Build relationships with clients and families based on trust and reliability * Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure high standards of care **...

Caregiver Manager

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 8 days ago

Join Our Team at Family Resource Home Care! Family Resource Home Care is a leading home care agency dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our clients in their homes. We...

Caregiver - ANACORTES / LA CONNER

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 10 days ago

For Washington State employees: Certified Nursing Assistant (C-NA), Home Care Aide (HCA), Home Health Aide (HHA) license is required and must remain in good standing during employment....

Full Time Caregiver (AM)

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 10 days ago

of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, dining, etc.)...

Direct Support Professional - Behavioral Technician

  • Lynden, WA (13 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lynden, WA (13 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)....

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - Supported Living

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 10 days ago

Assist clients with daily needs, as specified in individual care plans and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)....

Full Time Caregiver (PM)

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 12 days ago

of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, dining, etc.)...

Caregiver - Bellingham

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 23 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 23 days ago

For Washington State employees: Certified Nursing Assistant (C-NA), Home Care Aide (HCA), Home Health Aide (HHA) license is required and must remain in good standing during employment....

Demographic Data for Bellingham, WA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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Highest Education Level

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


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