Home Health Aide Jobs in Columbia, MO

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 HHA Daily Pay Available

  • Sturgeon, MO (21 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sturgeon, MO (21 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 1 day ago

A big heart and a passion for helping people with tasks like bathing, housekeeping, and meal prep. Reliable transportation to zoom to your clients' homes and spread joy....

Bilingual Caregiver Part Time

  • Columbia, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 1 day ago

The role will involve assisting with personal care, household tasks, running errands on the client's behalf and offering friendly companionship....

Direct Support Professional - Addiction Recovery

  • Columbia, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 5 days ago

Compensation: $19.00 hourly Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $250 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in...

Pediatric Caregiver

  • Columbia, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 16 days ago

The role will involve assisting with personal care, meals, daily activities and offering friendly companionship....

$16-$18 In-Home Caregivers Needed

  • Columbia, MO
  • 22 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 22 days ago

Health Aide, Personal Care Aide certification preferred We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Company: Compassus At Ascension at Home, Together with Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You...

Direct Support Professional

  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago

, toileting, technology and other basic activities Companionship - Join your clients in playing games, arts and crafts, and accompany them to events outside the home like appointments, grocery shopping...

Home Care Aide

  • Holts Summit, MO (19 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Holts Summit, MO (19 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

Home Care Aides and Personal Care Attendants also provide support to seniors in their own homes....

Personal Care Aide

  • Centralia, MO (22 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Centralia, MO (22 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Personal Care Aides Qualifications: Able to pass a criminal background check Reliable transportation Reliable, energetic, self-motivated...

Direct Support Professional

  • Columbia, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 90+ days ago

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve...

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Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Training Program/ Certification CourseBecome A Certified Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, or Caregiver!!Do You Want To...
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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Columbia, MO

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

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


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