Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Rock Rapids, IA
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Nursing Assistants in Rock Rapids, IA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Rock Rapids are Lyon Specialty Care in Rock Rapids (0.6 mi), Good Samaritan - George in George (10 mi), Parkview Manor Nursing Home in Ellsworth (10 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Iowa earn a median $17.34 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Rock Rapids has about 121 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Rock Rapids compared with Lyon County and Iowa
| Census figure | Rock Rapids | Lyon County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.5% | 3.0% | 2.3% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 28% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 10.0% | 8.4% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.7% | 3.6% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,019 | $44,301 | — |
Older residents in towns around Rock Rapids
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luverne, MN | 16 mi | 1,145 | 138 |
| Rock Valley, IA | 17 mi | 775 | 90 |
| Sibley, IA | 21 mi | 567 | 94 |
| Canton, SD | 23 mi | 786 | 194 |
| Sheldon, IA | 24 mi | 937 | 182 |
| Brandon, SD | 24 mi | 1,627 | 228 |
Nursing homes near Rock Rapids
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon Specialty Care | Rock Rapids, IA | 0.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 45 | (712) 472-3748 |
| Good Samaritan - George | George, IA | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | 36 | (712) 475-3391 |
| Parkview Manor Nursing Home | Ellsworth, MN | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 37 | (507) 967-2482 |
| Tuff Memorial Home | Hills, MN | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | 48 | (507) 962-3275 |
| Fellowship Village | Inwood, IA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | 40 | (712) 753-4663 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Mary Jane Brown | Luverne, MN | 16 mi | 1 of 5 | 51 | (507) 283-2375 |
Home health agencies serving Rock Rapids
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aveanna Healthcare | Sioux City, IA | 63 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (712) 233-5494 |
| Avera @ Home | Estherville, IA | 68 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (712) 362-6169 |
| Hegg Home Health Care | Rock Valley, IA | 17 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (712) 476-8050 |
| Sanford Home Health And Hospice Sheldon | Sheldon, IA | 24 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (712) 324-6420 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Rock Rapids. 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 Rock Rapids
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,918 monthly median income of Rock Rapids households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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 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 Rock Rapids: common questions
What nursing homes are near Rock Rapids?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Lyon Specialty Care in Rock Rapids (0.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Good Samaritan - George in George (10 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Parkview Manor Nursing Home in Ellsworth (10 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Rock Rapids?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,918 monthly median income of Rock Rapids households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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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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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