Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Nebraska City, NE
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Nursing Assistants in Nebraska City, NE: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Nebraska City are Prestige Care Center Of Nebraska City in Nebraska City (1.0 mi), The Ambassador Nebraska City, Inc in Nebraska City (1.0 mi), The Ambassador Sidney Inc in Sidney (12 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Nebraska earn a median $17.38 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Nebraska's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Nebraska City has about 226 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Nebraska City compared with Otoe County and Nebraska
| Census figure | Nebraska City | Otoe County | Nebraska |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.1% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 31% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 30% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 8.2% | 9.2% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.3% | 3.0% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,396 | $58,137 | — |
Older residents in towns around Nebraska City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, NE | 20 mi | 782 | 72 |
| Plattsmouth, NE | 23 mi | 1,093 | 208 |
| Glenwood, IA | 26 mi | 1,116 | 217 |
| Shenandoah, IA | 26 mi | 1,280 | 250 |
| Offutt AFB, NE | 31 mi | 98 | 22 |
| Bellevue, NE | 33 mi | 9,953 | 1,135 |
Nursing homes near Nebraska City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestige Care Center Of Nebraska City | Nebraska City, NE | 1.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 64 | (402) 873-3304 |
| The Ambassador Nebraska City, Inc | Nebraska City, NE | 1.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 71 | (402) 873-6650 |
| The Ambassador Sidney Inc | Sidney, IA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | 46 | (712) 374-2693 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse | Syracuse, NE | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | 88 | (402) 269-2251 |
| Tabor Manor Care Center | Tabor, IA | 18 mi | 1 of 5 | 46 | (712) 629-2645 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Auburn | Auburn, NE | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | 102 | (402) 274-4954 |
Home health agencies serving Nebraska City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Society Home Care Of Southeast NE | Auburn, NE | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (402) 274-5541 |
| Elite Professionals Home Care Company | Lincoln, NE | 42 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 464-2422 |
| Hillcrest Home Care | Bellevue, NE | 33 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 682-4808 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Omaha, NE | 43 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 934-4752 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Nebraska 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 Nebraska City
At the Nebraska median aide wage of $17.38 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,506 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,950 monthly median income of Nebraska City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nebraska's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Nebraska City: common questions
What nursing homes are near Nebraska City?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Prestige Care Center Of Nebraska City in Nebraska City (1.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall); The Ambassador Nebraska City, Inc in Nebraska City (1.0 mi, 5 of 5 overall); The Ambassador Sidney Inc in Sidney (12 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Nebraska City?
At the Nebraska median aide wage of $17.38 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,506 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,950 monthly median income of Nebraska City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nebraska's minimum wage is $15.00 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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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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