Home Health Aide Jobs in West Richland, 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 for Families

  • Mesa, WA (20 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mesa, WA (20 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Weekend Caregiver

  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 17 hours ago

programs As a weekend caregiver with SYNERGY HomeCare, you will: Provide attention to clients' non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement Assist client with light housekeeping, meal...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide

  • West Richland, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • West Richland, WA
  • 3 days ago

All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimers/dementia care, respite care, and other programs....

Caregiver-Individual Provider

  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 5 days ago

of daily living, such as walking, bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, and toileting - Transport Clients to and from appointments, errands, and activities - Assist with light housekeeping - Remind...

Certified Caregiver - Wa

  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 5 days ago

of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting Prepares meals and special diets Performs general housekeeping activities Administers medications to clients that has been specifically...

Caregiver

  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 8 days ago

You will assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and...

Hiring Caregivers in Tri Cities (part time/ flexible)

  • Prosser, WA (15 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Prosser, WA (15 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Position: Compassionate Caregiver (Part-Time and Flexible Schedule) What Youll Do: - Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as dressing, grooming, and bathing. - Prepare meals, provide medication...

Hiring Caregivers for Walla Walla & College Place (part time/ flexible)

  • Eltopia, WA (18 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Eltopia, WA (18 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Position: Compassionate Caregiver (Part-Time and Flexible Schedule) What Youll Do: - Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as dressing, grooming, and bathing. - Prepare meals, provide medication...

Clare Bridge Caregiver

  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

Home Care Aide

  • Kennewick, WA (21 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA (21 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Caregiver Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Would you like a job that can be challenging and rewarding? Tri-Cities Residential Services is currently hiring for Direct Support Professionals (DSP)! DSP is an entry level position. Our agency...

Home Care Aide HCA

  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

preparation, and medication reminders Assist with personal care, dressing, grooming, and transferring in and out of bed or chairs Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients...

CNA Home Health Aide- Sign on Bonus $1000

  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview ***Sign on Bonus $1000*** Full - time days Must have CNA license Are you a compassionate home health aide (HHA) looking for a rewarding career in homecare?...

HomeCA

  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richland, WA (5 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Caregiver Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, and laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport clients to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications...

Addus Home Care Aide

  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA (11 miles from West Richland, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Caregiver Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional house cleaning, and laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport clients to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications...

Demographic Data for West Richland, WA

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Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in West Richland, WA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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