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Michelle C.

River Grove, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
meal prep
transportation
Hi! My name is Michelle and I am a college student in school for nursing! I am a certified CNA and caregiver, and I am experienced in babysitting as well. I enjoy working with people of all ages and am a very reliable worker. Communication is very important for me. I love helping others and hope to eventually be a Nurse...
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Leslie E.

River Grove, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
Hey there, Leslie is waving to you, I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person. I have a year of experience taking care of children and seniors, I worked in one school of Cicero as Special Education Program Assistant, and also worked in a Nursing home. You will receive appropriate care with me, and I'm willing to do...
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Teju O.

Let Me Take Care Of You

River Grove, IL

from
$27/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi prospective employer, I'm an experienced nurse assistant/ home health aide with all the necessary certifications. I have an amazing personality, am compassionate, great listener with a big heart mostly for seniors, hardworking, punctual, fun, good infection control, good communication skills, I live around River grove...
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Honey Jane P.

Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.

David K. says "Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true compassion, not only...

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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
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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Sherlee S.

Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
companionship
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Sherlee, I am a certified Home Health Aid, PCA and caregiver for nine years! I am specialize in working with bed-bound, Alzheimer's, Dementia and Parkinson's patients, I have work in a large nursing facility Called Mary-Knoll for the elderly Nuns and Priests, who needed overall care! I am presently working at...
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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
Errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
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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Justine A.

Male Caregiver 10 Year Experience

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Justin, and I have over a decade of experience in senior care, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) with 6 years of experience in nursing facilities and 7+ years as a dedicated home caregiver. I'm skilled in various forms of patient transfers, including...

Care Member says "Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I...

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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
Errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
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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Martha O.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experienced and responsible caregiver with 15+ years of experience proving the best care for the best clients/patients. I have worn many hats as the caregiver, companion, personal assistant, CNA and even babysitter! I provide well-rounded care and treat my clients with the utmost respect as I lead with kindness and patience. My...

Care Member says "Martha truly became like family to us. She administered my father's medication, took him on outings, and, most importantly, treated him with the dignity...

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Darpel C.

Westchester, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
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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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
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
respite care
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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Grazyna A.

Senior Assistant

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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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Allegra D.

Experienced Caregiver And Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
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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Charity W.

Skokie, IL

3.7(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Greetings, With 17 years of experience in adult and senior care including nursing homes, assisted living, and home care. I provide compassionate, reliable, and individualized support. I have cared for clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, and those needing hospice or palliative care. My skills include...

Adetola A. says "She's caring and accommodating."

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Dalia S.

Addison, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello my name is Dalia. I am currently looking for a position in caregiving since I have had previous experience in the medical field overseas. In Lithuania, I used to work in the field of paramedics and after 5 year I switched to working in a nursing home as a RN. I also have experience here in America. I am also a mother of...

Kim S. says "I hired Dalia about a year ago to look over by 82 year old mother while I ran some quick errands over the weekends, she was very organized and kind and my...

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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
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
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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Margie H.

Smile To Start My Day

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
respite care
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
20 years experienced and wealthy of reference is my guarantee to be trusted. I'm a certified nursing assistant, studied psychology on aging. Completed professional advancement for CNA's. Cares different cases: dementia, Parkinson's, MS , diabetic with CHF & COPD, patient with PICC line & tracheotomy tube, colostomy/ foley...

Care Member says "Outstanding care from an outstanding caregiver! Prompt – Kind – Efficient – Lovely – Warm & Caring. When service is exceptional, it warrants praise and...

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Betzaida S.

Multifaceted Person

Chicago, IL

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
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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Alain C.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
dementia
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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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local parents in River Grove, IL

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

Honey Jane P.

Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true...

- David K.

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.

Irwin P.

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...

- Care member

Common questions about nursing assistants in River Grove, IL

The average cost for a nursing assistant in River Grove, IL as of May 2026 is $22.33 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, 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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