Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Montclair State University, NJ
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Nursing Assistants in Montclair State University, NJ: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Montclair State University are Complete Care At Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove (1.3 mi), Complete Care At St Vincents LLC in Cedar Grove (1.5 mi), Alaris Health At Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove (1.9 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in New Jersey earn a median $17.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Montclair State University has about 0 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Montclair State University compared with Passaic County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Montclair State University | Passaic County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 16% | 17% |
Older residents in towns around Montclair State University
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Notch, NJ | 0.7 mi | 839 | 58 |
| Upper Montclair, NJ | 1.6 mi | 1,835 | 114 |
| Woodland Park, NJ | 1.7 mi | 2,685 | 459 |
| Clifton, NJ | 2.0 mi | 17,463 | 2,095 |
| Brookdale, NJ | 2.4 mi | 1,575 | 196 |
| Singac, NJ | 2.7 mi | 559 | 62 |
Nursing homes near Montclair State University
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Care At Cedar Grove | Cedar Grove, NJ | 1.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 190 | (973) 239-9300 |
| Complete Care At St Vincents LLC | Cedar Grove, NJ | 1.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 151 | (973) 754-4800 |
| Alaris Health At Cedar Grove | Cedar Grove, NJ | 1.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 230 | (973) 571-6600 |
| Canterbury At Cedar Grove | Cedar Grove, NJ | 2.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 180 | (973) 239-7600 |
| Arbor Glen Center | Cedar Grove, NJ | 2.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 122 | (973) 256-7220 |
| Atlas Rehabilitation And Healthcare At Daughters O | Clifton, NJ | 2.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 210 | (973) 772-3700 |
Home health agencies serving Montclair State University
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health | Hackensack, NJ | 7.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (201) 342-6311 |
| Valley Home Care Inc. | Paramus, NJ | 8.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (201) 291-6000 |
| Adoration Home Health | Clifton, NJ | 2.3 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 365-5200 |
| Visiting Health Services Of New Jersey | Woodland Park, NJ | 1.5 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 256-4636 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Montclair State University. 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 Montclair State University
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Montclair State University: common questions
What nursing homes are near Montclair State University?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Complete Care At Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove (1.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Complete Care At St Vincents LLC in Cedar Grove (1.5 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Alaris Health At Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove (1.9 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Montclair State University?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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