Find Top Nursing Assistants Near Me in Elmhurst, IL

Compare 60 nursing assistants in Elmhurst offering in-home senior care, daily support, and personal care services. Compare rates and reviews to find the best fit.

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Andrea E.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
transportation
+ 1 more
With 22 years of dedicated healthcare experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my role as a caregiver. My background includes being a Certified Home Care Nurse Assistant, an Emergency Room Nurse, and an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, allowing me to offer a wide range of services and support. As a mom of...
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Lino G.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me. For the past 10 years, I've been privileged to support adults and seniors, helping them maintain their independence and well-being. As a Licensed Practising Nurse with a college degree, I bring a patient, compassionate, and detail-oriented approach to my work. I'm...
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Elmhurst, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
My journey as a caregiver is fueled by a genuine passion for supporting the independence and well-being of seniors. With 10 years of experience, I bring a calm, compassionate approach to every home. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR Training, I am fully equipped to assist your loved ones with daily living tasks,...
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Graduate Nursing Student & Compassionate Caregiver

Elmhurst, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Esbeyda, and I'm a graduate nursing student with several years of experience in healthcare and caregiving. I have worked with children in pediatric and mental health settings, including supporting children with autism, which has strengthened my patience, adaptability, and ability to provide structured,...
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Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant With References Looking For A New Family

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
personal care
Hello families! My name is Amelia and I am a married mom of two girls who currently attend college here in the Chicagoland area. We've lived here for over 20 years after moving from Italy back in 1999, where I learned how to speak the language and cook authentic Italian cuisine. Shortly after we moved to Illinois, I started...

Care Member says "My mom suffers from Alzheimer's, and both my brother and I were out of state and unable to provide the care she needed. We were so lucky to find Amelia!...

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CNA And Caregiver

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
companionship
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a bachelors degree in health administration and 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...
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Experienced Senior Care and Babysitter

Glendale Heights, IL

3.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jessica, and I have 16 years of experience as a caregiver and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). I started a small home care agency that connects families with highly experienced caregivers for their loved ones. We already have several clients who are incredibly satisfied with our services. The biggest benefit...

Care Member says "Jessica is AMAZING! She is smart, caring, and reliable. She goes above and beyond any other caregiver we have had. They way she takes care of my 94yr...

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Caregiver/Companion

Chicago, IL

3.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
+ 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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Smile To Start My Day

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
hospice services
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
20 years experienced and wealthy of reference is my guarantee to be trusted. I'm a certified nursing assistant, studied psychology on aging. Completed professional advancement for CNA's. Cares different cases: dementia, Parkinson's, MS , diabetic with CHF & COPD, patient with PICC line & tracheotomy tube, colostomy/ foley...

Care Member says "Outstanding care from an outstanding caregiver! Prompt – Kind – Efficient – Lovely – Warm & Caring. When service is exceptional, it warrants praise and...

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Addison, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello my name is Dalia. I am currently looking for a position in caregiving since I have had previous experience in the medical field overseas. In Lithuania, I used to work in the field of paramedics and after 5 year I switched to working in a nursing home as a RN. I also have experience here in America. I am also a mother of...

Kim S. says "I hired Dalia about a year ago to look over by 82 year old mother while I ran some quick errands over the weekends, she was very organized and kind and my...

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Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
+ 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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Senior Assistant

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
meal prep
I was a main caregiver for my late Mother for more than 10 years. I was a caregiver for a lovely Lady with Alzheimer's disease for last 6 years. She recently moved to a nursing home. I was responsible for all her needs like administering medicine, filling up medicine boxes, doing grocery shopping, preparing meals, helping with...

Ed D. says "Grace is the best caregiver anyone can ask for. She took care of our mom, who has Alzheimer's, for over 7 years. She is dependable, kind, considerate,...

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Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work And I Will Prefer Night Shift.

Des Plaines, IL

4.8(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
Hi my name is Ruthy I am a certified nurses assistant and a Phlebotomist, I have 18years experienced working for elderly people and I love doing my job. I have 8 years experienced working in a nursing home and I experienced a lot of cases because I was assigned in the long term facility, people that has Dementia, Alzheimer,...

Ann L. says "While only with us for a short time, due to a change in our needs, Ruthy exceeded our expectations! She is an expert and professional caregiver with positive...

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Male Caregiver 10 Year Experience

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Justin, and I have over a decade of experience in senior care, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) with 6 years of experience in nursing facilities and 7+ years as a dedicated home caregiver. I'm skilled in various forms of patient transfers, including...

Care Member says "Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I...

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Riverside, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
companionship
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am Darpel 40 yrs of age, stands 5'11 and weighing 175 lbs. physically built ready for and or in case of patient balance, mobility & lifting assistance. I am a bachelor of science in nursing graduate and has been doing caregiving for the past 8 years with different kinds of experience from both male to female patients with...

Ann W. says "He was a wonderful addition to our family. He loved and cared for my father in his final months and I could not gave done it without him. But more...

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Fun, Energetic Nurse Seeking Full Time Nannying Position! :)

Roselle, IL

4.5(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a fun, energetic, loving 29-year-old pediatric nurse with a passion for children! I have 7 years of pediatric nursing experience, over 10 years of experience babysitting, lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons to children age 6 months to 18 years old. I volunteered in my church nursery for several years. I'm an effective...

Krystal T. says "My boys love her, she always gives me a heads up when she is free so I am able to schedule things knowing she is there to help. Wish I could have her...

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Caring CNA

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I have 30 years of experience as a CNA. I have worked in several settings including nursing homes, hospitals, and in home health care. Helping others has been my life long passion and I truly enjoy it. My experience is very extensive. I have worked with dementia patients, Alzheimer patients, hospice patients, rehab patients,...

Mark P. says "Marylou was outstanding! She took care of my father for several months when he was recovering from surgery. She was always very polite and friendly, and had...

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Eileen R.'s Photo

Brookfield, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
respite care
meal prep
Hi, I am in Illinois RN, spent two years as a floor nurse at a local hospital with a wide variety of patients specializing in post ortho surgery care. Comfortable with older patients who have multiple medical conditions, including memory care. I am looking for daytime shifts, filling in for other caregiver, evenings are fine, no...
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Mary S.'s Photo

Willowbrook, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
transportation
+ 1 more
10 years of positive experiences in adult and senior care roles inspired my career. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with a college degree, and I provide transportation, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical management, and mobility assistance. I'm friendly and approachable, and I understand how to adapt to...
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Schiller Park, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi I am a nurse with 10 plus years of dementia care working as a assistant director of nursing at different memory care facilities. I have recently completed my bachelor's in nursing with my background on geriatric care.
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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $31.00/hr as of September 2026

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local families in Elmhurst, IL

Nursing Assistants in Elmhurst, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Amelia M.

My mom suffers from Alzheimer's, and both my brother and I were out of state and unable to provide the care she needed. We were so lucky to...

- Care member

Jessica U.

Jessica is AMAZING! She is smart, caring, and reliable. She goes above and beyond any other caregiver we have had. They way she takes care...

- Care member

Barbara M.

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...

- Katherine B.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Elmhurst, IL

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Elmhurst, IL as of September 2026 is $31.25 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the level of care needed, such as basic companionship versus hands-on personal care. Pricing may also be influenced by experience, certifications, shift length, and whether care is part-time, full-time, or overnight.
Nursing assistants in Elmhurst, IL typically help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Many also provide companionship and monitor overall well-being. Some may have additional training to support seniors with chronic conditions, mobility limitations, or post-hospital recovery needs.
In Elmhurst, IL, a nursing assistant—often referred to as a CNA—typically has formal training and may be certified to provide more hands-on care, including basic health monitoring and support with medical-related needs. A general caregiver may focus more on companionship, light housekeeping, and daily assistance. The right choice depends on the level of care your loved one requires.
To find a qualified nursing assistant in Elmhurst, IL, families often compare providers based on experience, certifications, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to verify credentials, ask about prior care experience, and conduct an interview to understand their approach to care. Many families also schedule a trial shift or initial visit to ensure the provider is a good fit.
Many nursing assistants in Elmhurst, IL are trained to support seniors with ongoing medical needs, such as mobility assistance, medication reminders, and basic health monitoring. However, they do not replace licensed nurses or medical professionals. For more complex medical care, families may need to coordinate with a registered nurse or healthcare provider.
Before hiring a nursing assistant in Elmhurst, IL, consider the level of care required, whether certifications or specialized experience are needed, and your preferred schedule. It’s also important to discuss communication expectations, emergency procedures, and compatibility with your loved one’s personality and routine. Taking time to review multiple candidates can help ensure a safe and supportive care environment.

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