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Justin B.

Nurse

Des Plaines, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Justin, and I am a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Before becoming a nurse, I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 4 years, giving me a strong foundation in patient care. I specialize in caring for the elderly, particularly in the comfort of their own...
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Catherine T.

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
I am a registered nurse. I have 6 years of working in the hospital (3 years in medical/surgical and 3 years in hemodialysis)
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Yobi C.

I Am Simple And Hard Worker.

Des Plaines, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I am an Asian and worked as a caregiver for almost 20 years now. I have a 3 years of college studying Bachelor of Science In Nursing. As a caregiver, I do bathing, cleaning, cooking, errands, medication reminders, doctors' appointment and whatever the patients' need. Motto in life: "All human being are born equal no matter...
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Aloha K.

I Am Presently Working As Certified Nursing Assistant At Rainbow Hospice Palliative Care. I Have Been A Caregiver For Almost 8 Years To A Disabled Lady. I Am Compassionate Person.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
For the past seven years, I have managed the care of Dorothy L. and her husband. Mr. L. passed away in March of 2010. Mrs. L.'s condition for the past 25 years is one of a spinal injury leaving her bedridden. I perform all her daily needs, care for the house and manage the hospice services.

Julia B. says "Aloha has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's. Aloha is a blessing! She jumps right in and is experienced, medically knowledgeable, personable,...

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Agnieszka G.

I can take care of seniors.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello beautiful families. I used to be a nurse and worked in the hospital for 6 years before I moved to US. I have been working here for different families more than 20 years . I have experience with dementia and a lot of different medical conditions that older people have. I am familiar with medication , insuline...

Care Member says "Agnes was great to work with and took amazing care of our dad. Very patient and sweet. She’s very knowledgeable with geriatric care."

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Petronella M.

Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
companionship
+ 1 more
My Name is petronella, am a 45 year certified nursing assistant. I have been a CNA a little over 20 years and I love what I do . I do it with passion . I have both nursing home experience and private home health care. Am dependable, am punctual , great judgment and great references from families that I have worked for I've the...

Melinda B. says "Petronella was the answer to my prayers and exactly who I needed to take care of my husband, who has Alzheimer's. I was impressed with her from my first...

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Charity W.

Skokie, IL

3.7(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello there!! I have 17 years of experience in adult / senior care in nursing homes, assistant living, and home care settings. I have served elders who are coping with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, hospice, and palliative care. I also have experience in using an aspirator, G-tube/NG-tube, tracheotomy cleaning, and...

Adetola A. says "She's caring and accommodating."

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Karin G.

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
Reliable, caring certified nursing assistant with 14 years of experience. Professional with excellent patient care for elderly and vulnerable adults. Care for bedridden and physically challenge. Friendly and compassionate. I am really passionate on what I do. Love making people feel comfortable. Experience in performing walking...

James O. says "Karen is a very competent and resourceful caretaker."

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Oleksandr R.

Experienced Senior Care Nursing Assistant

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
CNA/caregiver trained in basic and advanced senior care with lots of in-home and hospital experience. Experience with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, live-in care, post-surgical and pet care. Dependable, punctual, and professional!

Care Member says "Alex is an Incredible care giver, very hardworking and a great problem solver! Alex is knowledgeable and patient and has helped our family tremendously...

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Barbara M.

Caregiver/Companion

Chicago, IL

3.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
respite care
dementia
+ 1 more
* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...

Katherine B. says "Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend...

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Elzbieta K.

A Part-time Position As A Caregiver Or Housekeeper

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
As a Patient Care Technician , my responsibilities encompass a wide range of duties, from providing patients with assistance in activities of daily living, such as eating and bathing, to collaborating with physicians and nurses on clinical procedures. This includes aiding patients with tasks they cannot perform independently,...

Jacqueline M. says "Ela is an patient care technician. She cares for her patients like they are her family. She is caring, compassionate, and respectful of individual...

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Nicoleta R.

Licensed Practical Nurse Available, Night Shift, Full Time Or Part Time

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Loving and compassionate nurse, with over 10 years of CNA experience. I am a very good cook and I like detailed cleaning. I love to be around older, because I believe I have always something to learn from their life wisdom. Flexible, honest, positive person and happy, with very good references, and dependable. This schedule is...

Daciana D. says "I know Nicoleta since high school. She's a wonderful person, very conscientious and caring."

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Jennifer M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Wheeling, IL

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
+ 1 more
I am a certified science teacher (background checked). I completed one and a half years as a nursing student so far. I have worked as a CNA as well. I was with an agency many years ago. I have a deep respect for the elderly having watched my mother care for my grandmother in our home for two years. I cannot recall how many times...

Cynthia L. says "I truly enjoyed getting to know Jennifer during the interview process. She is kind, compassionate and has a wonderful personality. We were on track to...

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Alma S.

Home Health Aide Available

Harwood Heights, IL

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Highly compassionate and experienced caregiver with 13+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors and young adults with disabilities. Proven ability to build strong rapport with clients and families, providing physical and emotional support while maintaining their dignity and independence. Skilled in assisting...

Marcy B. says "I hired Alma for post-operative home care. She’s absolutely fantastic- helped me get around, sorted all my pills for the entire week, checked my vitals,...

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Sterling R.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) who loves taking care of seniors. I love meeting and connecting with new people. For me, being a CNA is more than a job. It is more about being compassionate, patient, honest, and reliable.

Care Member says "Sterling cared for my family member who has ALS with complex needs, and he expects things done a certain way. She learned immediately and provided the...

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Taina L.

Home Health Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
home modification
visiting physician
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Taina. Over the last 10 years I have worked in the Medical Industry in multiple area, ranging from institutional care to private homecare. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a trained CPR and AED professional. My first experience in homecare was taking care of my grandfather during his fight with cancer. This...

Lou T. says "Tiana is everything one could want in a caregiver. She is a trained, experienced, professional who loves her job. She is a responsible, reliable, smart,...

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Loretta S.

Retired RN

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a retired registered nurse. I am seeking a companion/caregiver position to care for a senior person with love and meaningful relationship. I have been enjoying this work for the last 3-4 years. My clients have preferred me because I am easy to get along with and always have their needs and desires in mind first. I have made...

Care Member says "I would highly recommend Loretta. She was a great companion for my mom, who is in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's. Loretta came to our home on a...

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Nicoleta R.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Rolling Meadows, IL

3.0(0)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Sherlee S.

Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
personal care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Sherlee, I am a certified Home Health Aid, PCA and caregiver for nine years! I am specialize in working with bed-bound, Alzheimer's, Dementia and Parkinson's patients, I have work in a large nursing facility Called Mary-Knoll for the elderly Nuns and Priests, who needed overall care! I am presently working at...
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Charina M.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
I am Filipina Certified Nurse Assistant whose experiences varies from hospital works, nursing home and presently doing private duty care. I had private duty clients from hospitals, nursing facility, rehab, and private residences. Services depends on the need of the clients.

Care Member says "One of the most fabulous caregivers we have ever met! You must hire her!. My mother was struggling with self care with both mental & physical...

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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.73/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated nursing assistants is 4.5

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Nursing Assistants in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Aloha K.

Aloha has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's. Aloha is a blessing! She jumps right in and is experienced, medically...

- Julia B.

Agnieszka G.

Agnes was great to work with and took amazing care of our dad. Very patient and sweet. She’s very knowledgeable with geriatric care.

- Care member

Petronella M.

Petronella was the answer to my prayers and exactly who I needed to take care of my husband, who has Alzheimer's. I was impressed with her...

- Melinda B.

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