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60 nursing assistants are listed in Merrillville, IN
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nursing assistants is 8 years
Nursing assistants in Merrillville, IN
Kimberlee C.
Gary, IN
$20-24/hr
I am very personable and caring. I spent years in assisted living and nursing homes visiting my grandparents.
I was also a primary caregiver for a close friend during the final years of her life. I considered it an honor to be a part of such a private time in her family's life.
I volunteer at a hospice facility and work with...
Kimberlee can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
I have 20 years experience as an certified CNA.. I'm worked in nursing home environment and I worked in homes of senior residents... I am compassionate... I am loyal to my work ... and I'm. willing to go that extra mile for the residents I take care of..
Theresa can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I have varied experience in medical facilities. I have worked as a CNA off and on for 10 years, throughout my life. I worked as a Medical Assistant for 8 yrs
at a Cancer Treatment Center. I also studied Phlebotomy and practiced it a bit. As a CNA I worked in an alzheimer unit for 1 year. I am a mother of 3 grown children and...
Grace can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Robin B.
Highland, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a certified nursing assistant and a home health aide. I have over 25 yrs experience. I have experience in Alzheimer's and dementia care , stroke, diabetes, bed found patients as well as children. I enjoy helping people in their homes .
Robin can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
Alyssa W.
Dyer, IN
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have certified nursing experience in the hospital. I previously worked on a medical surgical/ oncology floor that also had dementia patients. I am willing to run errands as well as provide companionship.
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, transportation, errands
Skills:
CNA
Hi my name is Alexis! I am a Medical Assistant and Certified nursing assistant with both valid licenses.
Alexis can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Patricia B.
Chicago Heights, IL
$25-44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Certified Nursing Assistant With Over 15 Yrs Experience Full/Part Time Work
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a graduate of IHHS Certified Nursing Assistant Program and have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for over 10 years, I'm certified through the State of Illinois and currently on the Illinois Registry in Good Standing, I have many transferable skills in conjunction with my CNA training that can be utilized to ensure quality...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Patricia is very knowledgeable, super easy to talk to and goes above and beyond! She is like having another family member at the house. She's very open to communication, which was very important to me, and just an amazing vibe to be around. She did an awesome job...
Karen K.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will...
Jenna K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 29 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease . I also have experience with hospice and have worked In hospice for many years etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance for...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!"
Laura O.
Saidat A.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there. I'm a certified nurse assistant and a certified home health care. I've been taking care of elderly people with many kinds of care for 10years now Both in hospital and the residents home, and I'm passionate about making my clients comfortable as they possibly can be and I've been fortunate enough to work with some...
Saidat can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Saidat is a blessing. She's treats my mother-in-law as if she were her own grandmother. Saidat is observant, communicative, and kind. We are lucky to have her as a caregiver."
Alexandra U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a private CNA for over 10 years, and have a lot of experience working with clients with dementia and MS.
My responsibility was to provide a holistic approach to the needs and care of the elderly in their homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living communities.
I was providing safety, mobility, comfort...
Irina can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, dementia, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"My family hired Irina to help with companion care for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. The goal of this was to help get my mother out of the house and regain some of the freedom the disease had taken away. Irina was amazing and patient with my mother. Irina...
Michael G.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I hold a registered nurse degree from Bucharest, Romania, Europe; worked independently providing outstanding service to a select circle of elderly clients. I speak several languages including Romanian, German and French.
I have experience in and assisted clients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, stroke and other...
Gabriela can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care
4.0
"We are lucky to have found Gabriela as a caregiver for our mom. She is very knowledgeable, dependable and will do whatever tasks are needed and more. Our mom has dementia and the stimulation of care and activities has helped put smiles on her face which is most...
Alice T.
5.0
(1)
Experienced nurse in the following areas:
Dementia
Rehabilitation
Psych
Home care
Private Caregiver
Available some evenings after 4 p.m. M-F and some 8 hour shifts on the weekends.
Reliable transportation
Meal preparation
Light Housekeeping
Bathing
Feeding
Companionship
Run errands
Non-smoker
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Karen is very kind and knowledgeable. She has cared for my father and mother in the same way that I would take care of them. She is reliable, willing to help and truly cares!"
Janet C.
Amaree L.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am certified as a nursing assistant in the state of Indiana and Illinois. I have worked at assisted livings, rehabilitation, hospice, and hospitals. I have five years of experience specializing in companionship, medical care, light housekeeping and, non- medical care. I have worked with individuals with Dementia, Alzhimers,...
Amaree can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Great caregiver! She took care of my grandad, & she always checked in with me about his health. She cooked for him, also did his dishes, and his laundry. She was also very helpful to have around!!!"
Care member
4.6
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...
Heather can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Heather was wonderful with my husband. Kept him focused on his activities, knowledgeable about everything, was flexible, honest, and personable. I couldn't have been more pleased with our first experience with a caregiver."
Kathy D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide
include but are not limited to...
5.0
(1)
10+ years of nursing assistant experience. I provided and/or assisted clients in ADL's (grooming, bathing, eating, dressing etc). Vitals signs, ambulating, transferring/ w device, colostomy care, risk assessments, EPIC & POC charting. Mental Health Technicians provided Nursing Care for intellectual disabled Individuals, ability...
Detra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Detra is am amazing young lady, she took care of my mother when she was put on hospice care. Detra was good, my mother love her so much to the point she didn’t want anyone to do anything for her, only Detra could. Detra cares about her patients. She is very clean...
Care member
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."
Julia O.
5.0
(1)
Current CNA license with basic life support and CPR as well. In my line of work, I had many variety of ages that I have taken care of. I know how to use every lift out there. I also, was a EMT prior to become a CNA. I have worked in nursing home settings and hospital settings. Prior and current years in home settings. I have...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Amanda is compassionate caring caregiver. She has almost 20 years experience in caring for people. I would recommend her."
Care member
Dana Z.
Valparaiso, IN
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Healthcare Liaison/PBT, That Provides Care, Companionship & Kindness During The Aging Process.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I began my education in psychology & Sociology, furthering into phlebotomy & LPN, wanting to push forward to eventually a RN. I have worked in many different medical areas (from home care, nursing homes, assisted living, hospital, clinical labs & Dialysis). I have been blessed in working with some extraordinary people and my...
Dana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care, home modification, visiting nurse & more
5.0
"I'm so very late with my review of Dana as she worked for our family a few years ago. Dana is a loving and very professional and compassionate caregiver, I would not hesitate in the slightest to hire her again and can't recommend her highly enough! My family and I...
Carole B.
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Recent nursing assistant reviews in Merrillville, IN
Patricia B.
5.0
Patricia has been a caregiver for 15 plus years.
Patricia is very likable, concerned and a caring individual. Patricia will be an asset to whomever she's employed with.
- Florence S.
Mariah W.
5.0
Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will definitely keep her on my "go-to...
- Jenna K.
Kimberly H.
5.0
Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!
- Laura O.
Saidat A.
5.0
Saidat is such an awesome care giver, very caring , honest , trustworthy , she put provide high quality care of service … she’s reliable , dependable , making the patient feel comfortable … if and when you decide to make her ur home care provider you won’t be disappointed at all… I couldn’t ask for...
- Care member
Irina V.
5.0
My family hired Irina to help with companion care for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. The goal of this was to help get my mother out of the house and regain some of the freedom the disease had taken away. Irina was amazing and patient with my mother. Irina took her on to get lunch, walks,...
- Michael G.
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Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nursing Assistants in Merrillville, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants.