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Melissa P.

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Respite care
dementia
home modification
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Melissa . I love children and the elderly . Im a behavioral therapist who works with special needs inside the home as well as my hometown school district. I have a background in nursing and I am passionate about working with people and customer service. I work hard at making people happy, forfilling needs and...
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Margaret H.

Full Time Caregiver

Plainfield, NJ

1.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Visiting nurse
dementia
hospice services
personal care
I am a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for providing care to the elderly. With over 16 years of experience, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to serving the needs of senior individuals. My background includes extensive work in the field of elderly care, both within assisted living communities and as a home...
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Hudhayfah A.

Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Hudhayfah I am a Nursing Student, I have previous working experience at Robert Wood Johnson in all Units as well as Hackensack Meridian health for 4 years. I worked with seniors as well as adolescents. I also worked as a counselor and a mentor for a therapy facilities for adolescents who are on the spectrum and...
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Josue M.

Plainfield, NJ

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true calling. With three years of professional experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I offer compassionate, patient care tailored to your loved one's unique needs. I hold CPR Training and am skilled at de-escalating stressful situations, managing behavioral...
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Shantaze B.

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion, fueled by three years of dedicated experience in caregiving. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring a calm, patient, and empathetic approach to every home. I am skilled at de-escalating stressful situations and navigating memory care challenges with...
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Grace S M.

Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Making a difference in people's lives is what drives me. With five years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring a calm and patient approach to senior care. My passion stems from supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. I'm skilled in adapting to changing routines, de-escalating stressful...
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Kristina P.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am Kristina, 44 years old. I have 10+ year caregiver/companion experience and great references. I have a Registered Nurse diploma (issued bu Republic of Georgia) and I got all my nursing credits done in USA. I used to be working at hospital for 5 years as a caregiver and EKG tech. I have my own transportation, I can help you...

Beth K. says "Kristina supported my mother-in-law who has suffered from a stroke and had decreased mobility. She is very knowledgeable with physical therapy transfer...

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Eric R.

French Nurse Assistant

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Specialized care
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Local Certified Home Health Aide, 2 shots vaccine. Hoyer Lift, transfer skills, mobilisation and bed installation OK. I have a reliable car. Very good references. I live in Basking Ridge New Jersey.

John F. says "Eric is a terrific gentleman and HomeHealth aide. I've been working with Eric now for approximately 3 weeks and he is great. I would highly recommend him to...

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Sandra U.

Very Fun , Dedicated To Her Job And Love Cleanliness

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
personal care
I have 7 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and CPR Certified . I am very compassionate and very dedicated to my job. As a nursing assistant , I love caring for the Seniors , I provide my clients with all their daily activities , such as Grooming, bathing, dressing , feeding, transfer my clients from bed to...

Joy B. says "Sandra is likable, easy-going, and hard-working. She does well as a home health aide for older persons."

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Hope Lydia A.

Part -time Care Giver

Union, NJ

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I had previous experience working at a nursing home. I currently work in Respite Care. I have experience working with children with learning disabilities. I assist with eating, bathing, bathroom. In my previous experience in the nursing home I worked in recreation. I contributed to a loving and caring enviroment for the...
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Friscurry F.

Senior Care

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Friscurry. I'm a CNA and HHA with a passion for providing compassionate, respectful, and dependable senior care. I assist with daily living activities while promoting comfort, dignity, and independence. I'm also pursuing my BSN to further my nursing education and enhance my caregiving skills. My goal is to...
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Jessica D.

Piscataway, NJ

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
Dedicated to enhancing the well-being and independence of others, I bring five years of professional experience to my role as a caregiver. My background as a Registered Nurse, combined with current CPR Training and First Aid Training, allows me to provide high-quality, reliable support for your loved ones. I am patient, calm,...
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Paulin V.

Former Teacher | Nursing Student | CRLA-Certified Tutor | Multilingual Babysitter & Homework Helper

Union, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
I am a former teacher from Haiti, a nursing student, a CRLA-certified tutor, and an inducted member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS). I love working with children and enjoy babysitting, helping with homework, and creating a safe, caring, and positive environment. I am patient, responsible, dependable, and...
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Michelle M.

Rahway, NJ

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
home modification
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors has been my lifelong passion. With 10 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and a graduate degree, I offer compassionate, high-quality care tailored to your loved one's unique needs. I specialize in mobility assistance, medical management, meal preparation, and...
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Shadean P.

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Summit, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors has been my lifelong passion for the past 10 years. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I provide professional, compassionate care tailored to your loved one's unique needs. I am experienced in mobility assistance, hospice services, and dementia...
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Petagay B.

Union, NJ

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true calling. Over the past three years, I have dedicated myself to providing compassionate care, drawing on my training as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid. I am patient, calm, and deeply empathetic, which helps me create a comfortable,...
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Briell M.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$27/hr
7 years experience
Respite care
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
I've worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 7 years now with half of that time being in long-term care/skilled nursing facility setting & the other half working in the emergency department. I am a natural care giver which is why it was a no brainer to join the nursing profession. I'm currently working towards becoming a...
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Dominique T.

Edison, NJ

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$20/hr
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I am currently a graduate student in dental school. I love teeth and love to make people smile! I have flexible hours with school and am looking to do some work on the side. I have volunteered numerous hours in nursing homes, special needs camps, homeless shelters and animal shelters. I was also a dental assistant for...
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Nancy A.

Senior Companion And Caregiver Relief

Rahway, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as happy, caring, always smiling I like caring for seniors because I love to get to know them. Listen to their life stories. I'm looking for a job that I can sit with the senior for companionship. Listen to their stories and give their caregivers a break . I started caring for seniors when I...
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Victoria T.

Union, NJ

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$25/hr
13 years experience
Personal care
l am experienced retired registered nurse and with in depth skills in providing adult care. I'd describe my personality as patient, pleasant compassionate and trustworthy I like caring for seniors because am empathetic and loving I'm looking for a job that provides comfort safety and confidence to me and the client I...
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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $26.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nursing assistants is 3.0

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local families in Plainfield, NJ

Nursing Assistants in Plainfield, NJ are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Kristina P.

Kristina supported my mother-in-law who has suffered from a stroke and had decreased mobility. She is very knowledgeable with physical...

- Beth K.

Eric R.

Eric is a terrific gentleman and HomeHealth aide. I've been working with Eric now for approximately 3 weeks and he is great. I would highly...

- John F.

Sandra U.

Sandra is likable, easy-going, and hard-working. She does well as a home health aide for older persons.

- Joy B.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Plainfield, NJ

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Plainfield, NJ as of October 2026 is $26.00 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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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