Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Paducah, KY
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Nursing Assistants in Paducah, KY: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Paducah are Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Paducah (0.7 mi), River Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Paducah (0.9 mi), Stonecreek Health And Rehabilitation in Paducah (1.2 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Kentucky earn a median $17.52 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Kentucky's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Paducah has about 467 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Paducah compared with McCracken County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Paducah | McCracken County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 33% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 20% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 10% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 6.2% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $37,447 | $46,834 | — |
Older residents in towns around Paducah
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendron, KY | 2.6 mi | 1,456 | 140 |
| Massac, KY | 3.5 mi | 658 | 34 |
| Farley, KY | 4.5 mi | 927 | 65 |
| Metropolis, IL | 5.9 mi | 1,415 | 244 |
| Reidland, KY | 7.8 mi | 966 | 133 |
| Calvert City, KY | 14 mi | 474 | 114 |
Nursing homes near Paducah
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Paducah, KY | 0.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 228 | (270) 443-6543 |
| River Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Paducah, KY | 0.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 103 | (270) 442-6168 |
| Stonecreek Health And Rehabilitation | Paducah, KY | 1.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 90 | (270) 444-9661 |
| Providence Pointe Healthcare | Paducah, KY | 4.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 108 | (270) 442-6884 |
| Southgate Health Care Center | Metropolis, IL | 6.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 140 | (618) 524-2683 |
| Metropolis Rehab & Hcc | Metropolis, IL | 8.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 101 | (618) 524-2634 |
Home health agencies serving Paducah
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Murray, KY | 37 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 753-1434 |
| Mercy Health - Home Care, Paducah | Paducah, KY | 3.7 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 600-0417 |
| Baptist Health Home Care KY, LLC Dba Baptist Home Health Care | Louisville, KY | 183 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 454-5656 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Paducah. 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 Paducah
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 49% of the $3,121 monthly median income of Paducah households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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 Paducah: common questions
What nursing homes are near Paducah?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Paducah (0.7 mi, 4 of 5 overall); River Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Paducah (0.9 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Stonecreek Health And Rehabilitation in Paducah (1.2 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Paducah?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 49% of the $3,121 monthly median income of Paducah households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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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Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Hendron, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Massac, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Farley, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Metropolis, IL
- Nursing Assistants in Reidland, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Calvert City, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Benton, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Mayfield, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Eddyville, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Marion, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Murray, KY
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Other care in Paducah
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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