Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Mercer Island, WA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Mercer Island for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Mercer Island, WA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Mercer Island are Covenant Shores Health Center in Mercer Island (1.6 mi), Kin On Health Care Center in Seattle (2.4 mi), Caroline Kline Galland Home in Seattle (2.7 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Washington earn a median $22.95 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Mercer Island has about 1,233 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Mercer Island compared with King County and Washington
| Census figure | Mercer Island | King County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.9% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 28% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.3% | 9.3% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.7% | 11% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $112,679 | $76,893 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mercer Island
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle, WA | 3.8 mi | 2,047 | 288 |
| Bellevue, WA | 4.2 mi | 22,404 | 3,832 |
| Medina, WA | 4.4 mi | 545 | 82 |
| Clyde Hill, WA | 4.6 mi | 715 | 49 |
| Bryn Mawr-Skyway, WA | 4.8 mi | 3,194 | 435 |
| Boulevard Park, WA | 5.2 mi | 519 | 9 |
Nursing homes near Mercer Island
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant Shores Health Center | Mercer Island, WA | 1.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 43 | (206) 316-8042 |
| Kin On Health Care Center | Seattle, WA | 2.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (206) 721-3630 |
| Caroline Kline Galland Home | Seattle, WA | 2.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 205 | (206) 725-8800 |
| Washington Care Center | Seattle, WA | 3.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 165 | (206) 725-2800 |
| Transitional Care Of Seattle | Seattle, WA | 3.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 165 | (206) 712-6500 |
| Seattle Medical Post Acute Care | Seattle, WA | 4.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 103 | (206) 324-8200 |
Home health agencies serving Mercer Island
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kline Galland Home Health | Seattle, WA | 4.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (206) 805-1930 |
| Eden Home Health | Tukwila, WA | 8.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 717-8161 |
| Evergreenhealth Home Care Services | Kirkland, WA | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 899-3300 |
| Providence At Home With Compassus Home Health, King | Tukwila, WA | 6.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 525-6800 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mercer Island. 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 Mercer Island
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $9,390 monthly median income of Mercer Island households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Mercer Island: common questions
What nursing homes are near Mercer Island?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Covenant Shores Health Center in Mercer Island (1.6 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Kin On Health Care Center in Seattle (2.4 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Caroline Kline Galland Home in Seattle (2.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Mercer Island?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $9,390 monthly median income of Mercer Island households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Boulevard Park, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Renton, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Tukwila, WA
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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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