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Compare 60 nursing assistants in Schenectady offering in-home senior care, daily support, and personal care services. Compare rates and reviews to find the best fit.

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Marilyn E.

Professional Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...

David W. says "Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"

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Bebi K.

Home Health Aide

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
companionship
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors has been my life's mission for the past 10 years. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I provide comprehensive support ranging from medical management and mobility assistance to hospice care and daily living tasks. My approach is rooted in patience...

Care Member says "Bebi was great with my aunt. She provided great live-in aid entailing everything as described in her profile. She even referred great fill-ins for...

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Leslie D.

Provide Quality Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...

Colleen K. says "Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she...

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Desiree K.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been in nursing since 1994. Certified nursing assistant, Certified Home health aid, Certificate Patient care Technician. I'm PCA at St. Peter's hospital per-diem.. I love my job and enjoy helping people and taking care of them. 30 years of doing this and everyday I'm blessed to be here to provide service and needs to help...

Marcia N. says "We hired Desiree in the summer of 2023 to care for our ailing parents. My sister & I live in a different state, and we knew our parents needed additional...

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Vanisha S.

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors has been my life's work for the past decade. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid, I am deeply committed to providing reliable, compassionate care that families can trust. My approach is rooted in patience and empathy, whether I am assisting with...
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Saraswattie C.

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true calling. With six years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide compassionate, detail-oriented care that empowers your loved ones to thrive. I hold First Aid Training and prioritize creating a comfortable, safe environment for every individual....
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Morgan E.

Schenectady, NY

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Dedicated to making a positive impact, I bring two years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid to your family. My goal is to support your loved ones by respecting their independence while assisting with meal preparation, light housekeeping, and errands. I am compassionate and empathetic,...
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Sabita B.

I Have Been A Nursing Assistant For 10 Years Wor .

Schenectady, NY

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a Certified nursing assistant. I have worked as a home care aide for over 15 years providing my help. I also work with rehab patients. I assisted with ADLs , bathing, feeding, help getting dressed, incontinence, toileting, companionship, getting in and out of bed or chairs, and light housekeeping and vitals. I have 12 years...
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Sheerice M.

Full-Time Certified Nurse Assistant That Truly Cares..

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
25 years experience
Live-in home care
home modification
dementia
hospice services
respite care
+ 1 more
My area of expertise lies within the dementia and Alzheimer's Arena. Giving the best possible care to your love one and going above and beyond at all times. This is truly my gift from God and happy working in my chosen field. The best possible care with a smile. I would not say my job is easy. However, working in my chosen...
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Queen M.

Certified Nursing Attendant & Certified Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work

Schenectady, NY

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Present nursing home experience, previous home-care experience and companionship in the geriatric field also with Memory Loss community....
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Tiffany H.

Compassionate Nursing Student Expanding My Horizons

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello! My name is Tiffany, and I am a compassionate and dependable with a passion for helping others. I am currently a Practical Nursing student, which has strengthened my knowledge of patient care, safety, and communication. I am patient, reliable, and treat every client with dignity, respect, and kindness. I understand the...
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Anah L.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Anah I have been in healthcare for 10 years, 4 years professionally as a PCA and CNA. I started out by caring for my grandmother who was suffering from dementia and schizophrenia. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I am also Basic Life Support certified, so I've been trained in CPR and how to use an AED....
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Teneesha S.

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true calling. With 20 years of experience, I bring a calm, professional, and detail-oriented approach to every home I enter. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I provide comprehensive support ranging from medical management and dementia...
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Nathalie D.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with three years of experience, I bring a calm, patient, and detail-oriented approach to every home I enter. I specialize in daily living tasks, including meal preparation, light housekeeping, and running errands. My...
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Brian S.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. I'm a compassionate caregiver with a year of experience supporting adults and seniors. My goal is to promote their well-being and independence. I provide live-in care, run errands, assist with light housekeeping, and manage medications. I have some college education and am...
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Chrystal O.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with one year of experience, I provide compassionate, detail-oriented care designed to make a positive impact on your loved one's daily life. I am skilled at de-escalating stressful situations, redirecting attention when...
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Shatia T.

Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
home modification
errands
light cleaning
respite care
+ 1 more
10 years in senior care have deepened my passion for supporting well-being and independence. Previous roles have shown me the positive impact I can have on people's lives. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, and I'm also trained in CPR and First Aid. I provide respite care, transportation, help with errands, light housekeeping,...
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Shanaleha L.

Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am an experienced certified nursing assistant with 22 years experience. My previous roles have given me a positive experiences and motivated me to support families in the community by providing excellent care. I am current in CPR and First Aid Training. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Management and I am entering my...
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Weenmine M.

Schenectady, NY

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
As a Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Tech experienced, I have gained valuable hands-on experience providing compassionate care to geriatric patients in both routine and complex situations. I assisted elderly residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility, while...
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Talisia J.

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
transportation
I have over two years of hands-on experience working in healthcare, including time spent at two different nursing homes where I provided compassionate and dependable care to residents. Through these roles, I've developed strong skills in assisting with daily activities, supporting patient comfort, and building meaningful...
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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 Schenectady, NY

Nursing Assistants in Schenectady, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Marilyn E.

Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family

- David W.

Bebi K.

Bebi was great with my aunt. She provided great live-in aid entailing everything as described in her profile. She even referred great...

- Care member

Leslie D.

Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically...

- Colleen K.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Schenectady, NY

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Schenectady, NY as of October 2026 is $24.80 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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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