Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Idaho Falls, ID
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Nursing Assistants in Idaho Falls, ID: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Idaho Falls are Eagle Rock Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia in Idaho Falls (1.3 mi), Teton Healthcare Of Cascadia in Idaho Falls (2.7 mi), Life Care Center Of Idaho Falls in Idaho Falls (2.8 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Idaho earn a median $16.72 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Idaho Falls has about 1,031 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Idaho Falls compared with Bonneville County and Idaho
| Census figure | Idaho Falls | Bonneville County | Idaho |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 38% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 24% | 24% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.0% | 7.1% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.3% | 3.1% | 3.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,569 | $60,868 | — |
Older residents in towns around Idaho Falls
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, ID | 3.9 mi | 227 | 21 |
| Ammon, ID | 3.9 mi | 2,517 | 317 |
| Iona, ID | 5.8 mi | 253 | 21 |
| Shelley, ID | 8.8 mi | 567 | 95 |
| Rigby, ID | 14 mi | 647 | 103 |
| Blackfoot, ID | 26 mi | 2,107 | 307 |
Nursing homes near Idaho Falls
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Rock Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia | Idaho Falls, ID | 1.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 113 | (208) 523-4795 |
| Teton Healthcare Of Cascadia | Idaho Falls, ID | 2.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 88 | (208) 529-0067 |
| Life Care Center Of Idaho Falls | Idaho Falls, ID | 2.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 109 | (208) 529-4567 |
| Promontory Point Rehabilitation | Ammon, ID | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 50 | (208) 528-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Idaho Falls
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Home Health -Idahofalls | Idaho Falls, ID | 1.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (208) 523-1980 |
| Homestead Home Health & Hospice, LLC | Rexburg, ID | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (208) 356-6555 |
| Symbii Home Health | Chubbuck, ID | 44 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (208) 637-2273 |
| Enhabit Home Health Of Eastern Idaho | Idaho Falls, ID | 1.5 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (208) 528-8100 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Idaho Falls. 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 Idaho Falls
At the Idaho median aide wage of $16.72 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,449 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,047 monthly median income of Idaho Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Idaho Falls: common questions
What nursing homes are near Idaho Falls?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Eagle Rock Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia in Idaho Falls (1.3 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Teton Healthcare Of Cascadia in Idaho Falls (2.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Life Care Center Of Idaho Falls in Idaho Falls (2.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Idaho Falls?
At the Idaho median aide wage of $16.72 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,449 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,047 monthly median income of Idaho Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 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
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- Nursing Assistants in Ammon, ID
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- Nursing Assistants in Rigby, ID
- Nursing Assistants in Blackfoot, ID
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Other care in Idaho Falls
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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