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Find nursing assistants in Portage, IN that you’ll love

60 nursing assistants are listed in Portage, IN

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby nursing assistants is 2 years

Nursing assistants in Portage, IN

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Mikayla H.


Portage, IN

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse Graduate

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience, particularly working with the elderly and cardiovascular patients/clients. I can help with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, eating, etc. I can also help with cooking, light cleaning, transportation and more. Helping people overcome obstacles that come along with aging is my...
Mikayla can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Mikayla is an absolute Godsend. She treats our loved one with kindness, patience, and thoughtfulness. Mikayla is professional, punctual, and communicates effectively. I highly recommend Mikayla."

Care member

I am currently a certified nursing assistant who is passionate about taking care of others. I find joy in assisting those who need the help. I am a very driven, dedicated, and caring person.
Kylee can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Haley A.


Portage, IN

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

I'm 23 years old I currently work in an assisted living and memory care unit mainly memory care on midnights. I have been a CNA for almost 4years now and before pre-nursing school I was a child care teacher for ages 3m-13years old at my local ymca for 3 years. caring for your loved ones is what I do best and with any age to!...
Haley can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

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Kylee C.


Portage, IN

$20/hr1 yrs exp

- Certified Nursing Assistant - Sunday School Teacher

I'd describe my personality as passionate, honest, and caring I started working with kids last year when I watched a new born baby Monday-Friday. I cared for her throughout the day: bottle feeding, cleaning her up, playing with her, and putting her down for her naps. I loved watching her!! In my spare time, I like to work as...
Kylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Karina H.


Lake Station, IN

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Karina. I am a certified nursing assistant who strives to help people. I love what I do with a passion, I wouldn't trade what my job entails for the world. I want nothing more than to make a difference in someone's life. I am a firm believer that compassion goes a long way towards a happy client/patient. My CPR...
Karina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"I worked with her at the hospital. Cares ,very hardworking, dependable helpful and friendly."

Gail B.

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Ntally K.


Gary, IN

$33/hr7 yrs exp

I have 7 yrs of Home Health care experience. I have assisted with self-administered medications while faithfully following strict state regulations and guidelines. Patiently communicate with patients; will perform additional supportive duties as requested by Patient and within State regulations and Guidelines. Accepts and offers...
Ntally can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ntally is friendly, respectful, responsive and dependable. She is also the most honest person I've ever met."

Mbadiala K.

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Irina V.


Chesterton, IN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time CNA Available

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: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, respite care, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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.

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Karen M.


Valparaiso, IN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

RN Specializing In Neuro, Dementia, Psych, Rehab

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: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & 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.

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Dana Z.


Valparaiso, IN

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

A Healthcare Liaison/PBT, That Provides Care, Companionship & Kindness During The Aging Process.

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: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, visiting nurse & more
4.0
"Dana is very caring and compassionate. She is working to help meet our needs in a very holistic fashion, from all aspects of care. Thank you Dana."

Amita R.

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Jada D.


Gary, IN

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi There Everyone, My Name Is Jada And I'm Just Looking To Give Proper Care To Someone Who Needs It.

I like caring for seniors because it's something I enjoy doing, doing for those who can't do for themselves like they use to. I also cared for my grandmother before getting into this field and that's when I knew this was for me and I've been a good caregiver ever since I've started. I started caring for seniors when I was...
Jada can also help with: Live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant sine 2009. I have worked in nursing homes, hospitals, and clients homes.
Kendra can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Theresa N.


Gary, IN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

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: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

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Elizabeth S.


Hobart, IN

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Nursinf Assistant

I worked in a hospital as a floater CNA for 2 years, which means I worked on every unit in the hospital, where ever they needed me I was there! I would have anywhere from 1-36 patients at a time. I work hand and hand with nurses to make sure all of the patients needs were meet and everyone was safe and taken care of. My job...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Isabella P.


Chesterton, IN

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time In Home Care

I am a registered nurse in the ICU with experience in home health care, personal care, medications, hospice, and dementia. I worked as a home health aide for a privately owned company while in nursing school. With my experience in nursing school and at work, I can offer quality care to your loved one.
Isabella can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
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Donna B.


Griffith, IN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Housekeeper For Your Loved One And Their Home

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My experience started in the early 80's. I have experience in nursing home, rehabilitation, hospital, and home care. Home care is my favorite because of the one-on-one attention that can be given to a Loved one. I understand the need for exercise and proper diets and can follow doctor's orders. I have experience with taking...
Donna can also help with: Respite care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Donna is very friendly and courteous. Take very good care of my grandmother her pet and her home. She is definitely more than I had bargained for and I am very appreciative of her."

Dawn H.

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Julie been an excellent caregiver very punctual and dependable. very knowledgeable. experience in the field. very happy with care.com"

David Z.

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Angela L.


Merrillville, IN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Skilled Personal Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

14 years of geriatric care, CNA training, and in home health care experience. I have experience with dementia/memory loss, medication reminders, insulin administration/blood sugar testing with individuals who are diabetic, general hygiene assistance and daily activities. I love helping those in need! I strive to give others...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Angie is an upbeat and positive influence on everyone she comes into contact with. She is a hard worker and goes the extra mile because she loves helping people. "

Angie H.

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Rosie K.


Hammond, IN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I cared for my mother before she passed away at the age of 16. I administrated shots, and her pills. I gave her baths daily. I made all meals and kept the house clean, she walked with a walker. For the past 30 years, I have helped my brother by preparing his medications, and taking him to doctor appts., and after surgery care....
Rosie can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Rosie is a very caring individual and takes pride in what she does"

Kristine K.

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Sheila P.


Merrillville, IN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked in Chicago at Rush University Medical Center from 1989 until 2016, with 17 of those years dedicated to the operating rooms. I have admirable experience in providing companion care for home care or in a hospital environment. I have a sound knowledge of managing clients with Cancer, Dementia, Parkinson, Alzheimer's and...
Sheila can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sheila is a knowledgeable caregiver who provided excellent care for my mom from March 2022 until November 2023. She is quite dependable and punctual. She rarely asked for time off, but when she did, she gave notice well in advance. My mom’s dementia led to some...

Barbara F.

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Recent nursing assistant reviews in Portage, IN

Mikayla H.

5.0

Mikayla is an absolute Godsend. She treats our loved one with kindness, patience, and thoughtfulness. Mikayla is professional, punctual, and communicates effectively. I highly recommend Mikayla.

- Care member

Karina H.

5.0

I worked with her at the hospital. Cares ,very hardworking, dependable helpful and friendly.

- Gail B.

Ntally K.

5.0

Ntally is friendly, respectful, responsive and dependable. She is also the most honest person I've ever met.

- Mbadiala K.

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.

Karen M.

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.

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