Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Carson City, NV
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Nursing Assistants in Carson City, NV: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Carson City are Northstar Post Acute in Carson City (1.6 mi), Sierra Basin Post Acute in Carson City (1.7 mi), Mountain View Health And Rehabilitation in Carson City (1.8 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Nevada earn a median $16.19 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Nevada's minimum wage is $12.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Carson City has about 1,661 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Carson City compared with Nevada
| Census figure | Carson City | Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 1.5% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.8% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,761 | — |
Older residents in towns around Carson City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Hills, NV | 5.0 mi | 1,813 | 216 |
| Johnson Lane, NV | 6.3 mi | 2,495 | 112 |
| Washoe Valley, NV | 9.7 mi | 1,158 | 202 |
| Minden, NV | 13 mi | 1,032 | 73 |
| Incline Village, NV | 13 mi | 2,022 | 39 |
| Dayton, NV | 14 mi | 3,477 | 175 |
Nursing homes near Carson City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northstar Post Acute | Carson City, NV | 1.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 73 | (775) 882-3301 |
| Sierra Basin Post Acute | Carson City, NV | 1.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 80 | (775) 443-4800 |
| Mountain View Health And Rehabilitation | Carson City, NV | 1.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 146 | (775) 883-3622 |
| Ormsby Post Acute Rehabilitation | Carson City, NV | 2.9 mi | not rated | 120 | (775) 841-4646 |
| Gardnerville Health & Rehabilitation Center | Gardnerville, NV | 14 mi | 1 of 5 | 60 | (775) 782-6620 |
| Life Care Center Of Reno | Reno, NV | 20 mi | 1 of 5 | 198 | (775) 851-0123 |
Home health agencies serving Carson City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Home Health | Reno, NV | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (775) 828-1000 |
| Renown Health Home Care | Reno, NV | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (775) 982-5860 |
| Advanced Home Health & Hospice Of Reno | Reno, NV | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (775) 470-7300 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Reno, NV | 24 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (775) 858-1900 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Carson City. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a nursing assistant can help with
- Bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Safe transfers, repositioning and walking
- Help with eating and fluids
- Taking and noting vital signs if asked
What CNAs costs in Carson City
At the Nevada median aide wage of $16.19 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,403 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,647 monthly median income of Carson City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nevada's minimum wage is $12.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a nursing assistant
To be certified, a nurse aide completes a state-approved training program of at least 75 hours, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, and passes a competency exam (42 CFR 483.152). The state then lists them on its nurse aide registry, which you can search online in most states.
Questions worth asking: Which state certified you, and is it current? Where have you worked as a CNA? Are you comfortable with lifts, catheters and incontinence care? More in our nursing assistants guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Nursing Assistants in Carson City: common questions
What nursing homes are near Carson City?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Northstar Post Acute in Carson City (1.6 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Sierra Basin Post Acute in Carson City (1.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Mountain View Health And Rehabilitation in Carson City (1.8 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Carson City?
At the Nevada median aide wage of $16.19 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,403 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,647 monthly median income of Carson City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nevada's minimum wage is $12.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Can a CNA give medication?
Generally no. A CNA can remind someone to take medication. Giving medication is usually reserved for licensed nurses, or for aides with a separate state medication certification.
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Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Indian Hills, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Johnson Lane, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Washoe Valley, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Minden, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Incline Village, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Dayton, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Gardnerville, NV
- Nursing Assistants in Kings Beach, CA
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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