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Find nursing assistants in Des Moines, IA that you’ll love

58 nursing assistants are listed in Des Moines, IA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby nursing assistants is 6 years

Nursing assistants in Des Moines, IA

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Olivia F.


Ankeny, IA

$18-22/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked as a CNA for almost 6 years and I am currently in nursing school going for my Bachelor of Science Nursing. I absolutely love caring for others, and I am excited to continue in my healthcare journey!
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Grace M.


Urbandale, IA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I have been a CNA for three years at a nursing home! I absolutely adore what I do! I have had experience in dementia care, hospice care! I love assisting and helping people! Would love to help take care of your loved one!
Grace can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Carrie T.


Ankeny, IA

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Veterinary Nurse Ready To Help Your Fur Baby!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience as a veterinary nurse. I can help with in home nail trims/grinding. I can give oral or injectable medications, subcutaneous fluids, and other therapeutic treatments. I am very comfortable with dogs, cats, and small mammals (mainly ferrets and guinea pigs but also hamsters and other small mammals).
Carrie can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
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Jen H.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educated Nurse Practitioner With My Doctorate To Care For Your Family Member Or Watch Children.

I have been a family nurse practitioner since 2003 and have worked with all spectrum of populations. Was a practitioner at Blank for a long time. I am also a mother of 3 young adults. I have extensive pediatric experience. I am CPR certified and a mandatory reporter.
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Kim M.


Johnston, IA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I have been a nurse for over 26 years and provide in home care for people with disabilities, Alzheimer's and families. I can start immediately. Excellent references
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jen H.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Nurse Practitioner

I have been a Family Nurse Practitioner since 2003 and I have extensive pediatric experiences, plus my own children.
Jen can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Tonya S.


Clive, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Common Sense And Competent Care With TLC.

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CPR and BLS for medical. Former CNA, SAHM and Business owner. Currently a state licensed EMT working EMS FT. With Class D DL. I've already passed and have completed a background check for my state licensing. My strengths include being highly aware of my surroundings and suspicious of potential injury or harm, assessment of needs...
Tonya can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Tonya is extremely caring. She's very smart and thorough and makes everyone feel special whether she meets them for 5 minutes or knows them for 5 years. She is an asset to any time or company."

Kelly N.

Mercy G.


Grimes, IA

$35-39/hr10 yrs exp

Current RN student | Medical Assistant | Phlebotomist | Medication Tech | First Aid & CPR Certified | 17 Years of Caregiving Experience Hi, I'm Mercy a compassionate caregiver with 17 years of experience in providing high-quality care. I hold certifications as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist,...
Mercy can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

Hawa K.


Altoona, IA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time

I have experience working with senior for more than 15years that l learn so much about Cooking different food . Assist with Activities of daily living , A company to Doctors visit, Light house clean, shopping, Meal preparation, Escort store , Movie Theater and Navigation the community, Assist with Range of Emotions Exercise and...
Hawa can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Shannon R.


Waukee, IA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr. visits/taking notes, following up on referrals), medications,...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, dementia, home modification, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shannon is an excellent caregiver. Shannon takes time to go the extra mile with communication involving the care for our loved one. Shannon is trustworthy and very caring. "

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Tankaseh G.


Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant senior caregiver

I am a mother of three children who has a 10 years of experience in the field of child development and youth care specialists. I enjoy working with children because they're so young and have a sense of humor that brings me joy to the world. I am also very proud to work alongside them as a nanny for the next couple of years as...
Tankaseh can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She always wear a SMILE. Very positive, dependable, on time, usually early. Caring, willing to go a extra mile, team player, provides a caring spirit, love, patience. Always look for the good in others. I would have her to care for my parents if they were...

Jessiey B.

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Alyssa B.


Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I found my passion for caring for the elderly in 2018 when I started working the night shift at a nursing home in their memory care unit. After my first week, I knew I had found a work that I loved. There was a lot for me to learn and I was eager to know it all; hospice cares, Alzheimer's/dementia cares. After moving on from...
Alyssa can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, personal care & more
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Elisa W.


Norwalk, IA

$18/hr

Animal Lover, Registered Nurse

I'm looking for opportunities to provide loving, nurturing and attentive care to infants, children, elderly and animals. I'm looking for part-time or "as needed" opportunities. I'm a Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience, primarily in pediatric clinic setting. I still work in a clinic one day a week, and am just looking...
Elisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Elisa W.


Norwalk, IA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver To All Ages, And Pets Too!

I'm looking for opportunities to provide loving, nurturing and attentive care to infants, children, elderly and animals. I'm looking for part-time or "as needed" opportunities. I'm a Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience, primarily in pediatric clinic setting. I still work in a clinic one day a week, and am just looking...
Elisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, companionship
Skills:

CPR

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Jordyn W.


Waukee, IA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Jordyn. I have been a CNA for almost 7 years. I have worked in a nursing home, dementia care unit, and rehabilitation center. I currently work at an assisted living facility. I love getting to know and learn about others stories and experiences. Along with helping with their day to day activities and needs.
Jordyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Tara B.


Waukee, IA

$28-35/hr3 yrs exp

I have 4 years of prior work experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in a variety Skilled Nursing facilities. I changed career paths but I miss working with the senior population. I know how hard it can be to find good, reliable care for a loved one and would love to be able to provide assistance to someone in need!
Tara can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Madison C.


Norwalk, IA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant In DSM Metro

Hello, I am a very reliable caregiver in the area. I have over 5 years in the healthcare industry ranging from assisted living, nursing homes, memory care units, and more recently home health services. I have a super flexible schedule and can work with you on the hours/days you might need. I am CPR/BLS certified. Hourly rate is...
Madison can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Brooklynn P.


Waukee, IA

$8-13/hr

In Home Senior Care

I used to volunteer every summer at a nursing home, I loved it! met so many great people and heard wonderful stories I love being someone they know they can rely on for care. hours 1030 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Brooklynn can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more

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Recent nursing assistant reviews in Des Moines, IA

Tonya S.

5.0

Tonya is extremely caring. She's very smart and thorough and makes everyone feel special whether she meets them for 5 minutes or knows them for 5 years. She is an asset to any time or company.

- Kelly N.

Shannon R.

5.0

Shannon is an excellent caregiver. Shannon takes time to go the extra mile with communication involving the care for our loved one. Shannon is trustworthy and very caring.

- Care member

Tankaseh G.

5.0

She always wear a SMILE. Very positive, dependable, on time, usually early. Caring, willing to go a extra mile, team player, provides a caring spirit, love, patience. Always look for the good in others. I would have her to care for my parents if they were still alive.

- Jessiey B.

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Ratings for Des Moines, IA nursing assistants listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Nursing Assistants in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 58 listed nursing assistants.