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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
Respite care
personal 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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Lydia T.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. With a decade of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring compassion and a detail-oriented approach to every care situation. My background includes providing hospice services, personal care, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance. I am adept at meal...

Care Member says "Lydia is amazing she handles my mom like a pro my mom is not easy and gives Lydia a run for her money and she handles her with ease I highly recommend...

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Nneka O.

Hackensack, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
live-in home care
errands
About Me Hi! I'm Nneka, a 24-year-old nursing student who absolutely loves caring for others. I've had experience babysitting kids, looking after pets, and supporting elderly clients -- so caregiving has always been a big part of my life! Before starting nursing school, I worked as a Patient Care Technician for two years,...
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Jessica C.

Hackensack, NJ

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
dementia
Hi families! My name is Jessica & I'm from Hackensack, NJ. I'm currently in nursing school at Bergen Community College. I am a responsible and compassionate caregiver. I have assisted patients with their daily activities, engaged in conversations, and taken vital signs. I am also able to assist with laundry, and light...
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Jamila M.

Comfort Care For Your Family

Hackensack, NJ

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
dementia
Hello my name is Jamila and I'm a certified Nursing Assistant with 10+ years experience with the elderly. I can help with Personal Care, Bathing/Dressing as well there activities of daily living. I am CPR certified and I do have my own vehicle to run errands if need be.
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Frank M.

Experienced On Taking Care Of Dementia Patients

Hackensack, NJ

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
companionship
has 4 years experience working in a dementia nursing home as well as taking care of elderlies. very patient with elderlies and has good communication skills
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Enyonam B.

Hackensack, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
home modification
dementia
Providing compassionate support for seniors is my life's work, driven by a deep commitment to fostering independence and well-being. With 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, I bring a professional, detail-oriented approach to every home I enter. I hold current CPR Training and am skilled in medical management, personal...
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Cheyenne W.

Full Time/Live-In Caregiver That You've Been Searching For!!!!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I come from a family of Caregivers and Nurses. Caring for people is a natural ability of mines. From a young age I have been nurturing those in need. When I was young my grandfather diabetes reached an all time high, his leg was amputated. It was so important to us to visit him every weekend. When doing so, my mother really...

Andre G. says "Cheyenne is the epitome of professionalism and was a joy for everyone."

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Lusine M.

Wood Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
home modification
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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Samantha S.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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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
personal care
live-in home 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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Linda M.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a highly dependable, professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 3 years of experience. I am hoping that working with Care. com will allow me to gain more experience with elderly care. I am available to work full time also over nights even in short notice. Assisted with taking medications doctor's...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Linda to anyone in need of a compassionate and skilled caregiver!"

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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
travel
swimming supervision
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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Norva W.

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
home modification
+ 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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Pamela M.

Meet Pamela

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
home modification
+ 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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Juliet L.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
respite care
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am keen, attentive, caring and personable and very much reliable. With my experience, I have helped people who are disabled, chronically ill or cognitively impaired. I also help older adults who may need assistance. I help with activities such as bathing and dressing and I provide services such as light housekeeping. I may be...

Thomas H. says "Juliet worked for us for about a year. We found her to be very experienced and dependable. Her suggestions and care were invaluable during our time of...

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Evelyn A.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
light cleaning
dementia
My name is Evelyn. I'm a certified home health attendant and Nurses Aide with care experience of over 20 years. Here are some of my the duties and services I do provide to my clients: Assistance with all activities of daily living and providing needed personal hygiene such as bathing, toileting, mouth care and incontinence care....

Reno B. says "although our time was brief, Ms. Evelyn was accommodating regarding the needs of the patient. Thank You Ms. Evelyn"

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Mari G.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Mari I'm a certified Nurse Aide & CPR certified I worked for hospital 12y, nursing home 4y For 5 years now I've been working for seniors @ their houses as a caregiver I have worked with seniors suffering from depression, anxiety, mental illness, Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, stroke, heart...

Eva T. says "Mariama is an experienced caregiver who I recommend highly. She is professional, warm and comforting. She stays very calm and steady which is such a great...

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Fatou D.

Home Health Aide

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
My name is Fatou . I was born in Senegal (west Africa). I had my nursing certification; PCA(Personal Care Aide) and HHA(Home Health Aide) at partners in care(New York-Manhattan). I have being working as a Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide and Private Care in Homes for 22 years. My first job as a PCA was at the Upper East Side...

Charisa M. says "Fatou was friendly, punctual, and kind. She was an excellent post-procedure caregiver for me. I would hire Fatou again."

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Ida Z.

Reliable, Punctual , Proactive Professional Nanny, Baby Nurse & Doula

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello Parents! I'm a Experienced CERTIFIED Professional Nanny, Baby Nurse, Doula , CPR & First Aid, I have positive personality, good listener, engaged, mature, fun, easy-going and extroverted person and so motherly. I strongly believe that children are born leaders with a sense of purpose and meaning, it is our job as parents...

Care Member says "Kady was the best thing to happen to a new mom returning to work after having her first child. My baby was only 7 months old when Kady started and it...

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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nursing assistants is 5.0

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local families in Hackensack, NJ

Nursing Assistants in Hackensack, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Phyllis C.

Phyllis is a godsend for senior care, She is deeply caring, extremely dependable, highly experienced, and super professional. It is not an...

- Jeff W.

Lydia T.

Lydia is amazing she handles my mom like a pro my mom is not easy and gives Lydia a run for her money and she handles her with ease I highly...

- Care member

Cheyenne W.

Cheyenne is the epitome of professionalism and was a joy for everyone.

- Andre G.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Hackensack, NJ

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Hackensack, NJ as of October 2026 is $24.14 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 Hackensack, 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 Hackensack, 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 Hackensack, 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 Hackensack, 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 Hackensack, 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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