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Kaeleen E.

River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...

Care Member says "Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's trained in...

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

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
home modification
hospice services
+ 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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Full Time To Part Time Or Hourly And Live-In

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of the elderly for the past 18 years and been blessed to serve and care for them. I am experienced in dementia, Alzheimer's, quadriplegic and more. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in the state of IL, and I have an easy-going demeanor and positive attitude. I always look for other ways or...

Care Member says " A walking angel on earth. We could not have found a more loyal, compassionate, expert to take care of our stepfather for the past two years. He told us...

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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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Certified Nursing Assistant

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
live-in home care
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.

David K. says "Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true compassion, not only...

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Caregiver

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Errands
dementia
transportation
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Alpha. I am a Caregiver. I have experience doing in home care and I have worked in nursing care facilities. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's. My CNA license is presently active. I am a responsible, patient and caring adult that you will be happy with the day you choose me.

Rory L. says "Ms W was always on time, and dependable. She ALWAYS maintained the dignity of the people she was caring for. She was always professional and kind. She had...

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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
Hospice services
errands
personal care
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 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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Happy Organized Prompt Efficient

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I'm a certified medical assistant , patient care tech, and certified nursing assistant . I have extra experience in Hospice, Post surgical, ER, ICU, Med-Surg and Oncology to name a few. I prefer one on one care so that Im able to give my...

Estelle E. says "She is responsible and very empathetic."

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CNA And Caregiver

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a certified nursing assistant and I have worked part-time and full time as a Nursing assistant and caregiver with private clients. Over the past three years I have gained a lot of experience on personal care and daily activities for senior care. I enjoy having a good relationship with my patients and making sure they are...
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Full Time Nurse-Caregiver With Years Of Experience

Niles, IL

from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! , my name is Hope. I have going on nine years of experience working with the elderly and assisting with a range of different needs. I have recently received my LPN license. I have experience with checking vitals, dementia care, disorder, O2 handling, medication passing/reminding, transfers, diabetic accu chek/ insulin,...
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Certified Nurses Assistant and In Home Care Provider

Arlington Heights, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
Hi My name is Tammany. I have been a Certified Nurses Assistant since 1994. I provide overnight care. I have extensive experience working in nursing homes and home health environments as well as providing care assistance for my own two Grandmothers and mother who both dealt with dementia & sundowners syndrome. I've also provided...
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Quality Care

Elk Grove Village, IL

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
respite care
meal prep
I was introduced to this industry over 15 years ago when a friend recommended me for a caregiver position at a nursing facility. From that day, I immediately developed a fondness for this line of work. It is quite fulfilling when you gain the trust and respect from the seniors that I've cared for. Over my career, I have had the...
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Certified Nursing Assistant/ Caregiver

Schiller Park, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate, understanding. I like caring for seniors because one day I will be a senior myself and would want someone to care for me with compassion and respect. I'm looking for a job that can offer stability and a peaceful work environment I started caring for seniors when I completed...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
companionship
specialized care
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I worked at that the Symphony of Hanover Park nursing home over the summer (40 hours a week) as a Certified Nursing Assistant
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A Little Bit About Me :)

Glenview, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Errands
dementia
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated nurse aide with six years of experience in various caregiving roles, including pediatric care, dementia, Alzheimer's support, hospice services, and compassionate care. Throughout my career, I have focused on building meaningful connections with my patients and their families, ensuring they feel supported and...
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CNA

Wheeling, IL

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
visiting physician
personal care
I m been a CNA for 14 years I have experience working with patient with dementia and facility s and nursing skills, I have reference from family that I been working for very hones and responsible person and reliable I m study nursing I will be graduated from nursing school soon.
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Skokie, IL

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Work with hospitals, nursing homes bath, feed, walk.
Hannah P.'s Photo

Skokie, IL

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
respite care
I am a long-term infant nanny with additional experience as a personal assistant, OB technician, certified nursing assistant, and household manager. I am an excellent communicator, provide reliable and safe transportation, and aim to make the person I am caring for feel the utmost comfort and support.
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Registered Nurse

Winnetka, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
transportation
light cleaning
Hi. I have been an RN for about 25 years mostly with geriatric patients in various settings. I can honestly say I learn every day from my patients and really enjoy my job. However I am ready to take a little more time for myself but am not at all ready to retire. I am very interested in finding out more about the position. I can...

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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.65/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated nursing assistants is 4.6

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

Nursing Assistants in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Kaeleen E.

Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's...

- Care member

Nicoleta R.

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

- Daciana D.

Rico O.

A walking angel on earth. We could not have found a more loyal, compassionate, expert to take care of our stepfather for the past two...

- Care member

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