Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Maquoketa, IA
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Nursing Assistants in Maquoketa, IA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Maquoketa are Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center in Maquoketa (0.9 mi), Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa (1.1 mi), Fieldstone Of Dewitt in De Witt (17 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Iowa earn a median $17.34 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Maquoketa has about 239 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Maquoketa compared with Jackson County and Iowa
| Census figure | Maquoketa | Jackson County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 22% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 28% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.1% | 8.9% | 8.4% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.9% | 5.2% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,083 | $53,293 | — |
Older residents in towns around Maquoketa
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeWitt, IA | 18 mi | 894 | 136 |
| Clinton, IA | 26 mi | 5,189 | 555 |
| Savanna, IL | 27 mi | 680 | 47 |
| Camanche, IA | 27 mi | 889 | 42 |
| Galena, IL | 28 mi | 1,117 | 111 |
| Monticello, IA | 29 mi | 913 | 144 |
Nursing homes near Maquoketa
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center | Maquoketa, IA | 0.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 75 | (563) 652-4968 |
| Maquoketa Care Center | Maquoketa, IA | 1.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 46 | (563) 652-5195 |
| Fieldstone Of Dewitt | De Witt, IA | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | 70 | (563) 221-7110 |
| Mill Valley Care Center | Bellevue, IA | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | 46 | (563) 872-5521 |
| Wheatland Manor | Wheatland, IA | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | 44 | (563) 374-1295 |
| Clarence Nursing Home | Clarence, IA | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | 46 | (563) 452-3262 |
Home health agencies serving Maquoketa
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyone Des Moines Home Care | Des Moines, IA | 156 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (515) 643-8383 |
| Above And Beyond Home Health | Monticello, IA | 30 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (319) 465-3059 |
| Unitypoint At Home | Dubuque, IA | 31 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (563) 583-5833 |
| Genesis Vna | Bettendorf, IA | 36 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (563) 421-5080 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Maquoketa. 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 Maquoketa
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,507 monthly median income of Maquoketa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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 Maquoketa: common questions
What nursing homes are near Maquoketa?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center in Maquoketa (0.9 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa (1.1 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Fieldstone Of Dewitt in De Witt (17 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Maquoketa?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,507 monthly median income of Maquoketa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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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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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