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Christopher F.

Experienced Nursing Technician/Senior Nursing Student Available Per Diem

Garfield, NJ

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$50/hr
9 years experience
Hospice services
visiting nurse
dementia
Hello! I am currently a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Dominican College. I've worked at group homes for 5 years and have worked as Registered Nurse for 4 years. This has given me the experience of caring for adults of all ages and needs. I look forward to providing compassionate and also evidenced...
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Gisell M.

Garfield, NJ

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$50/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true passion. With three years of experience as a Registered Nurse, I bring a calm, compassionate approach to every home I enter. I hold current CPR Training and First Aid certifications to ensure your loved one remains safe at all times. I am dedicated to providing...
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Khatuna D.

Garfield, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my passion. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with three years of experience, I've learned the importance of building genuine connections and creating a comfortable environment for those in my care. I adapt to changing routines and handle confusion or agitation with patience. I'm also...
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Irwin C.

Garfield, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true calling. With six years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid, I bring a calm, patient, and compassionate approach to every home. I am highly skilled at de-escalating stressful situations and adapting to changing routines,...
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Gabriela B.

Garfield, NJ

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. As a Licensed Practising Nurse with three years of experience, I provide compassionate care ranging from trachea patients, medical management and hospice support to daily assistance with mobility, meal preparation, and light housekeeping. My background...
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Victoria T.

Pediatric Nurse Searching For 2-3 Months Of Part-time Work.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I am a caring, responsible, enthusiastic, and kind babysitter. I am a pediatric nurse with 3 years of experience as a nurse in pediatric and neonatal intensive care and rehab. I have 4 years experience as a daycare teacher caring for infants and toddlers ranging from 3 months to 4 years old. I have an EMT and pediatric first aid...

Raychel S. says "Victoria watched our 2.5 year old for a week and it was a great experience. Our daughter had a fantastic time (from all the laughs I could hear while...

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Cindy E.

Experienced Elderly Companion

North Bergen, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
+ 1 more
I have assisted several elderly clients in either their homes or the nursing home/assisted living residences where they reside. I have been lucky enough to work with wonderful families and find it to be an incredibly rewarding line of work. I hope to get the chance to help other families in the near future.

Christine G. says "Cindy's experience and flexibility makes her a good candidate to work with kids or seniors. She only got to work a handful of times with my mom before...

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Felicia S.

Belleville, NJ

4.0(0)
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$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a certified nursing assistant and CHHA for 10+ years of experience in adult and senior care. I am dependable, reliable, caring and compassionate. I evaluate individuals needs accordingly. I can help with meal preparation, medication, doctor's appointments, transportation and chores around the house. I have worked...
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Ornett T.

Experienced, Fun Loving, Patient Elderly Care Provider

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Ornett I am a mature, professional, educated and well experienced elderly care provider. I have been giving care to elderly persons for over 7 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant, Certified Home Health Aid and I hold other certifications along with license. I believe that the elderly...

Anja M. says "Ornett is a very hard working woman she is very dependable and residents seem to like her a lot. She loves to help out in any way or form she can."

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Pamela M.

Meet Pamela

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Pamela. Am a licensed Nurse and CPR certified. I worked for hospitals, Nursing home, Seniors at their homes. I have experience in depressed patients, anxiety, mental illness, Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson disease, diabetes, stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure, ostomy, cancer, mobility restrictions, memory...

Care Member says "Pamela cared for my late fiance, who had Alzheimer's, for over a year. She is a compassionate, knowledgeable, generous person upon whose experience,...

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Darlene B.

Full-Time Loving Caregiver With Nursing Experience

Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
My name is Darlene. I live in Wayne, NJ and I graduated from the University of Akron, Ohio as a registered nurse. I worked 20 years as a nurse in labor and delivery and the newborn nursery. I have grandtwins and have helped care for them since they were newborns. I am still passionate about children and love caring for them. I...

Carley C. says "It is my pleasure to recommend Darlene as a nanny. She has been taking care of my 3 year old daughter since she is 1 year old and my 6 year old daughter...

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Phyllis C.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
dementia
Energetic, caring, easy going caregiver with over 30 years of experience of taking care of the elderly. My job is to provide comfort, affection and care to all my clients. My experience includes but is not limited to, bathing (shower and bed bath), dressing, grooming, preparation and serving of meals and snacks, medication...

Jeff W. says "Phyllis is a godsend for senior care, She is deeply caring, extremely dependable, highly experienced, and super professional. It is not an exaggeration to...

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Camilo P.

Caregiver / Aide

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$37/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
dementia
I am a male caregiver of Filipino descent. I completed the nursing program (LPN). However, I did not proceed to get my license to pursue a nursing career. I am also trained in massage therapy. I have more than 10 years of experience working as a CNA in various nursing facilities. I took care of patients with a variety of case...

Chris H. says "Camilo has been working with my father and he is caring , dependable, and a very skilled provider . He goes above and beyond caring for my my father and...

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Milagros C.

Senior Care Companion

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a responsible, caring, patient and reliable person. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and CPR/ AED/ First Aid Certified. I do offer 7 plus years of experience taking care of seniors/elderly and disabled patients in the comfort of their home and or at hospital if admission was ever needed at some point. I have experience...
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Lusine M.

Wood Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
home modification
meal prep
dementia
I have 20 years experience total working with many patients with dementia and Parkinson's disease. I've worked in a nursing home for about 10 years as an activity assistant and 10 years with clients privately in their homes. I helped with meal time, dressing, bathing, meal prep, distributing medication, companionship and...
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Pauline R.

Companion

East Orange, NJ

3.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
errands
I run errands for the elderly. I also work as a part-time nurse's aide with sick people.

Cathy C. says "Just telephone interview was made; not enough experience."

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Jillene F.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.

Joanne I. says "I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short...

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Safoura T.

CONFIDENT,DEVOTION,EXPERIENCE,PATIENCE

New York, NY

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Safoura. I was born in Senegal (west africa). My certification are; HHA(home health aide) from self help CNA(certified nurse assistant) from CTI and PCA(personal care). I have been in the nursing field for the past 20 years. My first job was at Terrence cardinal Cook nursing home in 2002 I work at Lenox Hill...

Care Member says "Safoura is a compassionate and dedicated caregiver, with a calm demeanor. She was very gentle and patient with my late fiance, John, who had...

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Samantha S.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sam. I am currently working as a radiology nurse, but I have experience with all ages from newborn to geriatric. I began my career in healthcare at just 15 years old while working in a post-anestesia care unit at an outpatient surgery center. By the time I graduated high school, I earned my Nursing Assistant...

Todd G. says "Sam has been a caregiver for me which has been a godsend for my wife as she is usually rushed in the mornings. We would refer her to anyone as she is the...

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Norva W.

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Norva and I'm currently an LPN/LVN by (active license). I've been working in home care for 11 years and as a nurse for 7. I have my nursys profile and license number for you to self verify my credentials to better ease your mind. I love what I do and I am able to help you and your loved one. I am able to provide care...

Joan L. says "Consulted-Professional, efficient, knowledgeable, caring."

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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $36.00/hr as of September 2026

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local families in Garfield, NJ

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

Victoria T.

Victoria watched our 2.5 year old for a week and it was a great experience. Our daughter had a fantastic time (from all the laughs I could...

- Raychel S.

Cindy E.

Cindy's experience and flexibility makes her a good candidate to work with kids or seniors. She only got to work a handful of times with my...

- Christine G.

Ornett T.

Ornett is a very hard working woman she is very dependable and residents seem to like her a lot. She loves to help out in any way or form...

- Anja M.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Garfield, NJ

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Garfield, NJ as of September 2026 is $36.00 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 Garfield, NJ 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 Garfield, NJ, 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 Garfield, NJ, 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 Garfield, NJ 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 Garfield, NJ, 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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