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Irelee C.

Bilingual Nurse With 7+ Years Of Compassionate Senior Care Experience

Elmwood Park, IL

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$35/hr
7 years experience
Errands
transportation
meal prep
I'm a dependable, compassionate, and easygoing caregiver with over 7 years of nursing experience in med-surg, telemetry, and psych. I'm bilingual (English and Spanish) and confident providing both emotional and clinical support. I started caring for seniors early in my career and fell in love with the work. My skills include...
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Karly A.

Nursing Student

Elmwood Park, IL

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$15/hr
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
A nursing student with over 300 hours of clinical experience with adults and older adults in practice. Willing to connect and collaborate with imaginative, creative, and lovely spirits. I am American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified. I can also speak a minor level of Spanish. Reach out with any questions!
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Kristen S.

Registered Nurse To Care For Your Loved One

Elmwood Park, IL

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind and easy going. I love to bring positivity and sunshine to whatever situation I'm in. I like caring for seniors because they're my favorite population of people to care for. They carry so much wisdom and I normally have the best conversations with them. I'm looking for a job that...
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Nicole P.

Elmwood Park, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a CNA with current CPR certification, providing compassionate direct care for adults and seniors. I offer both physical and emotional support, including monitoring vital signs, documenting changes, assisting with medical equipment, and ensuring safety and comfort. I also help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and...
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Kiaralyn P.

Elmwood Park, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for every day. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with 10 years of experience, I bring compassion and a detail-oriented approach to senior care. I am passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors, and I find joy in providing families with...
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Isabella S.

Elmwood Park, IL

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$19/hr
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Isabella, I'm 20 years old, and I just recently passed my CNA exam. I completed my certification program at Dominican university where I did my clinical hours at a nursing home that exposed me to a variety of patients. I really enjoyed connecting with my patients during my clinical time and helping them in any way...
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Kimmarley E.

Elmwood Park, IL

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Making a difference in someone's life is what truly motivates me. With three years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring a compassionate and patient approach to senior care. I understand the importance of supporting well-being and independence, and I'm passionate about providing families with reliable care...
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Bukenya M.

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
personal care
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a certified nurse assistant/ home health aid, personal care attendant with 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing, general companion care, medication reminder, meal preparation, errands, grooming, ambulation assistance, transferring and positioning, toileting and incontinence...

Victoria M. says "He was a very reliable, empathetic, patient, and compassionate coworker, thus very hardworking when it comes to taking care of the clients."

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Betzaida S.

Multifaceted Person

Chicago, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Betzaida. Psychologist and I have had work experiences with children and adults, since in my country of origin I was the founder and director of a Nursery-Preschool since 1999, I came to this country 4 years ago and I have carried out various trades. Currently I have been treating a patient for 2 years,...

Mamerto V. says "She works as a caregiver to my husband. I like the way she care my husband. She knows what she is doing and she is willing to learn. Thank you betzaida."

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Ramina S.

Nanny And Nursing Student

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! Nice to virtually meet you :) My name's Ramina, I'm currently a nursing student looking for part time work over the summer. Before starting school, I worked full time as a nanny for 6 years and 10+ years of overall caregiving experience. Now that I'm studying, I'm excited to continue offering nurturing care in a...

Adrienne H. says "We hired Ramina to care for our 3-month old daughter. She and our daughter had an immediate connection. Since then she's been with us over 2 years....

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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
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
home modification
live-in home 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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Annie V.

Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Aide. Available For Full-time Job. Come And Go

Des Plaines, IL

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a certified CNA who's been working in this field for more than 20 years. I enjoy being a caregiver because I love to take care of people, especially the elderly. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and determined. I have experience working with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Stroke, Paralyzed, Diabetes, COPD,...

Nancy C. says "Annie was an overnight caregiver for my mother for the last five months of her life. She's dependable, skilled, compassionate and kind. If you get the...

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Allegra D.

Experienced Caregiver And Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 10 yrs. experience working with older adults in the medical field and in a care giving capacity; I'm currently earning my masters degree in nursing, part time. I pride myself on quality interaction and enjoy bringing a smile to people's faces. I was a public school music teacher for 15 years and also owned my own cleaning...

Denise K. says "Allegra has been a God send.. She gets things done efficiently and is a joy to be around. She's helpful and caring and I highly recommend her as a...

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Grazyna A.

Senior Assistant

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
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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Ruthy S.

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

Des Plaines, IL

4.8(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
personal 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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Sheria W.

Professional, Loving, Caring Nurse Assistant/Home Aid

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience in home health care and am a certified nursing assistant. I specialize in providing hospice care and have worked extensively with seniors facing various medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, and dementia. My clients value my reliability and...

Care Member says "Sheria is kind and hard-working. She did so much for my father-in-law before his death, making sure that he stayed clean and comfortable. She really...

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Alain C.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
personal care
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with a wide range of experience of more than 18 years. I am very responsible, compassionate, above and beyond care for your loved one. With folly catheter and alzheimer patients experience. Looking forward to hear and work with you!

Fe Esperanza B. says "Alain is attentive and responds to situations in a timely manner. He is giving the patient, especially the elderly, a constant care and attention. I...

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Darpel C.

Westchester, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am Darpel 39 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 nursing graduate and has been doing caregiving for the past 7 years with different kinds of experience from both male to female patients with different cases. your...

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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Irwin P.

24/7 Live-in Caregiver Or Full Time Come & Go

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I starting working as a caregiver over 10 years ago, when my mother got ill. At that time I was a deer in headlights. Since then, I decided to pay it forward, and ease the pain other families were going through. I've become close with the families that trusted me to care for their parents. Being able to grant people their wishes...

Care Member says "Irwin has worked for our family for almost 7 years. He first started working for our father and transitioned into taking care of our mother when our...

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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
Companionship
live-in home care
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 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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  • The average post rate is $23.71/hr as of May 2026

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL

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

Bukenya M.

He was a very reliable, empathetic, patient, and compassionate coworker, thus very hardworking when it comes to taking care of the clients.

- Victoria M.

Betzaida S.

She works as a caregiver to my husband. I like the way she care my husband. She knows what she is doing and she is willing to learn. Thank...

- Mamerto V.

Ramina S.

We hired Ramina to care for our 3-month old daughter. She and our daughter had an immediate connection. Since then she's been with us over...

- Adrienne H.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Elmwood Park, IL

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Elmwood Park, IL as of May 2026 is $23.71 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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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