Home Health Aide Jobs in Washington

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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Private caregiver

  • Port Hadlock, WA
  • moments ago
  • Port Hadlock, WA
  • moments ago

We are searching for a reliable, honest, drama free caregiver. If this describes you, please contact us.

Registered Nurse Home Health - $10k Sign-On Bonus!

  • Spokane, WA
  • moments ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • moments ago

Company: Providence at Home with Compassus Position Summary Take your nursing career to the next level with a meaningful opportunity at the forefront of home-based care. With Providence at Home...

Caregiver - Bonaventure of East Wenatchee

  • East Wenatchee, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • East Wenatchee, WA
  • 2 hours ago

In this role, you will be responsible for: Providing personal care assistance to our residents (this includes bathing, dressing, incontinence, etc.)...

Full and Part Time Caregivers Needed - Mason County

  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 hours ago

For Washington State employees: Certified Nursing Assistant (C-NA), Home Care Aide (HCA), Home Health Aide (HHA) license is required to maintain employment (Fedelta does offer a fully compensated licensure...

CNA / Home Care Aide Full time, part time, swing, nights

  • Camas, WA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Camas, WA
  • 5 hours ago

preparation Transportation Companionship Personal care (bathing, toileting) Follow a plan of care Communicate professionally with families and your team Other duties as assigned Qualifications : Applicants...

Caregiver Certified

  • Long Beach, WA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Long Beach, WA
  • 6 hours ago

Provide for the personal needs and comfort of people in their own homes Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting Prepare meals and special...

Registered Nurse - Home Health/Hospice - Registered Nurse

  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

Addus Home Care Aide

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 12 hours 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...

$24.50 Hourly Caregiver needed for Roy WA client

  • Roy, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Roy, WA
  • 15 hours ago

of Daily Living) Bathing, dressing, transferring, toileting, incontinence, feeding Assisting with IADL's (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) Shopping, housekeeping, medication management, meal...

$24 Hourly Caregiver needed for Tacoma WA client

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 15 hours ago

of Daily Living) Bathing, dressing, transferring, toileting, incontinence, feeding Assisting with IADL's (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) Shopping, housekeeping, medication management, meal...

Caregiver

  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 1 day ago

Im looking for someone to work in our Adult Family Home. We have 6 residents. We do cooking, some cleaning and resident daily care. You would need to have your CNA or Home Health Aid...

In-Home Caregiver

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Caregiver Job Duties Our caregivers support their clients in activities of daily living such as (but not limited to): Household chores (cleaning, laundry, dishes, etc.)...

Caregiver Manager

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day 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...

Experienced Sequim Morning Caregiver $21.49- $25.39 Hour

  • Sequim, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sequim, WA
  • 1 day ago

SEQUIM Experienced Morning Caregiver 9am-12pm. **** $21.49-$25.39**** Hour Apply [www.kwacares.org/careers]("nofollow"} ** Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community while...

Housekeepers/Personal Care Assistants Full Time & Part Time Caregiver Opportunities** ** $21.49-$25.39**** Hour Apply [www.kwacares.org/careers]("nofollow"} ** Are you ready to make a meaningful impact...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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