Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Ocean Pines, MD
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Nursing Assistants in Ocean Pines, MD: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Ocean Pines are Berlin Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Berlin (4.7 mi), Ocean Grove Post Acute in Millsboro (16 mi), Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance in Millsboro (17 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Maryland earn a median $18.29 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Ocean Pines has about 583 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Ocean Pines compared with Worcester County and Maryland
| Census figure | Ocean Pines | Worcester County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 44% | 29% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 26% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.8% | 5.8% | 9.5% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.7% | 5.9% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $79,014 | $70,295 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ocean Pines
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ocean City, MD | 3.3 mi | 1,189 | 146 |
| Ocean City, MD | 4.2 mi | 2,154 | 264 |
| Berlin, MD | 5.2 mi | 904 | 206 |
| Selbyville, DE | 6.1 mi | 917 | 112 |
| Ocean View, DE | 10 mi | 1,515 | 172 |
| Millsboro, DE | 17 mi | 1,850 | 162 |
Nursing homes near Ocean Pines
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Berlin, MD | 4.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 165 | (410) 641-4400 |
| Ocean Grove Post Acute | Millsboro, DE | 16 mi | 1 of 5 | 181 | (302) 934-7300 |
| Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance | Millsboro, DE | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | 130 | (302) 947-4200 |
| Snow Hill Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center | Snow Hill, MD | 20 mi | 1 of 5 | 69 | (410) 632-3755 |
| Bay Harbor Post Acute Healthcare Center | Salisbury, MD | 23 mi | 1 of 5 | 305 | (410) 749-1466 |
| Delmar Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Delmar, DE | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | 109 | (302) 846-3077 |
Home health agencies serving Ocean Pines
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adoration Home Health | Salisbury, MD | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 543-8258 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Salisbury, MD | 21 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 219-5540 |
| Tidalhealth Home Care | Salisbury, MD | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 543-7550 |
| Homecall | Easton, MD | 57 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 822-4020 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ocean Pines. 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 Ocean Pines
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,585 monthly median income of Ocean Pines households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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 Ocean Pines: common questions
What nursing homes are near Ocean Pines?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Berlin Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Berlin (4.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Ocean Grove Post Acute in Millsboro (16 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance in Millsboro (17 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Ocean Pines?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,585 monthly median income of Ocean Pines households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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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