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Genalyn S.

Ridgewood, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I have 12 years experience working as a Certified Nurse Tech working in Nursing Home and Hospital hospice and Geriatric taking care of patients with their physical disabilities is also a passion for me to do . I love taking care of people elders and I treat them as my family when I take care of them. I assist them with their...
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Mari G.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 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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Felicia G.

A Dedicated Professional In Childcare Provider As Well As Senior Care Provider.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I have been acquired health care management skills to provide excellent good care for all types of patients. My experience rotations me with hands-on experience caring for patients using the nursing assistant standards care.

Lisa N. says "Felicia is professional, knowledgeable, personable, and very caring. She provided night-time assistance for my father when he was discharged from the...

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Dindo C.

Certified Nursing Assistant Looking For A Job

Elmhurst, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
I'm a very caring, reliable and experienced Filipino CNA/caregiver from California who moved in to New York. I have a valid driver's license and clean driving record. I love to cook and take care of the elderly like I used to do with my parents when I was still in Manila, Philippines

Care Member says "Dindo is kind, dependable and trustworthy and always upbeat. He’s been a major source of support for our family as we deal with the demands of elder...

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Damilola B.

I Am A Senior Care Giver

New York, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Hey I am a Dad, and a caregiver I have 8 years of experience as a caregiver, I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I am fully vaccinated. I pay attention to details, I have vast experience as a caregiver I have worked in hospitals and in nursing homes. As I have worked a home health aid
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Cheryll E.

Personal Care Attendant/Homehealth Aide/Nurse

Woodside, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Job description: assist in bathing, feeding, activities of daily living, clinic appointments, short errands, light housekeeping. -with clinical background in Nursing specialty: RN cardiothoracic surgery, medical-surgical Senior care: 17 yrs (Home Health Aide/Personal Care Attendant

Linda K. says "Cheryll is very dependable, kind, and responsible"

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Surajdai H.

Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years experience caring for seniors in medical facilities and private homes. I am a Licensed Practical Nurse and I've worked as a companion/HHA, Certified Nurses Aide, and a CPR instructor. I've cared for clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia, stroke, microcephaly, quadriplegia, and also palliative/Hospice. I can...

Ziek P. says "Surajdai has been working with my developmentally disabled daughter for a few weeks now and we could not be happier with our decision to hire her. She is...

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Maka S.

I Live My Job

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I was a nurse in Georgia (country). I worked as a nurse of Dialysis. I've been in the US for 11years now and since have gotten an HHA license, and I have a CPR licese, have experience and reference

Martine M. says "Maka is intelligent and caring. She has medical knowledge that is extremely valuable. She will care for your loved one as if they are her own family."

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Gretchen B.

Vaccinated Baby Nurse, Reliable, Patient And Care For Your Angels

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am from the Philippines and started taking care of children with my smaller brothers and cousins at an early age. I am a college graduate, I am currently certified in Newborn Care Specialist (Baby Nurse), Baby Massage, and CPR AED, CPR training for Infant, Child, and Adult. I can also assist parents as a virtual assistant....

Care Member says "Gretchen did overnights with us until the baby slept through the night. She truly is the best! She is energetic, yet gentle and our 8 month old...

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Shanee R.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$37/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
it's the most rewarding experience . I started caring for seniors and people with certain health conditions such as cancer , dementia , diabetes, hospice etc . Aside from that I am a chef ( meal preps) which coincides with the person I am caring for. I gear meals towards my patient's nutritional goals . My main focus is seeing...

Matthew M. says "As a Physician and an R.N., we can assure that you will never find a better caregiver in the world than Shanee. We hired her to help us take care of...

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Coretta A.

Arverne, NY

4.2(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
My name is Coretta. I was a Certified Nursing Assistant and am currently a Registered Nurse. I have worked for Northwell rehabilitation center for over 5 years and home care for over 3 years. I have been working a CNA for a total of 9 years. I have experience in caring for the elderly and children. I am a kind, caring person who...

Sharona S. says "Coretta was the best choice we made to care for our mom. Coretta is compassionate, patient and attentive. She is professional and demonstrates effective...

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Samantha W.

Home And Hospice Care Expertise

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Samantha, licensed and certified in home health care, nursing assistance and hospice care; I enjoy taking care of elderly people, talking & listening to them tell their stories from their era is exciting for me. Also keeping them engaged & alert, administering medication, vital signs, light housekeeping and...

Milton M. says "Samantha is caring and dependable. She is professional, and attended to all my father's needs. She is also friendly understanding. "

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Victoria T.

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

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Josep D.

Caregiver/ Registered Nurse

Elmhurst, NY

4.9(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
9+years of experience as a caregiver for clients with different cases like stroke, dementia, and Alzheimer. As a Nursing graduate I can confidently perform the skills needed to be an effective care provider for my clients. I have good communication skills able to converse in English fluently. I am also willing to perform general...

Katie N. says "Josep is an incredible addition to my father's care team. Both my father and I are impressed by his professionalism and knowledge. I would not hesitate to...

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Rondha N.

Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant

Howard Beach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant compassionate reliable I love care for others. with over 16 years of experience in adult day care, nursing home settings, Hospital and private home care. Patient-focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs. I am Positive and Optimistic and just love caring for...

Henry A. says "I've had many good caregivers over the last 5yrs. It was easy to rate Rondha five out of five stars. She's the best."

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Rizaly A.

Experienced Babysitter with Baby Nurse and CPR Certification

Richmond Hill, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Rizaly, 32 y. o. and been nannying/babysitting for almost 6 years now. This job carries a big responsibilities and takes a lot of good character to be an effective one. My love and passion for children lead me to this career. The fun, excitements, experiences and challenges that I get from this job has shape me to be...

Jg S. says "We have used Riz to care for our boy/girl twins as back up care and as a nanny when our kids were younger. She is amazing at what she does and is able to...

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Jennifer M.

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver Available

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
visiting physician
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Jennifer and I've been working with the elderly for over 30 years. I've worked in nursing homes with patients diagnosed with Alzheimers/Dementia, also hospitals and private homes for many years, I worked Hospice for over five years. I take pride in my job, and I'm very thorough and professional. My last employment...

Susan A. says "Jennifer was with us for 1 year and 9 months. She was dedicated to us! We went through so many challenges together! Jennifer has a wonderful, upbeat...

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Pamela M.

Meet Pamela

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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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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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Francoise J.

I Am Currently Working With Columbia Presbyterian

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
dementia
companionship
Hi My name is Francoise, and I am a certified nurse technician at New York Presbyterian. I have been in this field for 26 years and have grown to love meeting new patients and senior and youth. Having children of my own has pushed me to go into this career and continue working in this field. I love gaining relationships with my...

Charline C. says "Francoise was such a great help to me and my family. She was always on time, dependable and truly does love what she does. My mother was in need of the...

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Recent nursing assistant reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NY

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

Mari G.

Mariama is an experienced caregiver who I recommend highly. She is professional, warm and comforting. She stays very calm and steady which...

- Eva T.

Felicia G.

Felicia is professional, knowledgeable, personable, and very caring. She provided night-time assistance for my father when he was...

- Lisa N.

Dindo C.

Dindo is kind, dependable and trustworthy and always upbeat. He’s been a major source of support for our family as we deal with the demands...

- Care member

Common questions about nursing assistants in Ridgewood, NY

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Ridgewood, NY as of May 2026 is $17.00 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 Ridgewood, NY 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 Ridgewood, NY, 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 Ridgewood, NY, 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 Ridgewood, NY 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 Ridgewood, NY, 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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