Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Rocky Mount, NC
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Nursing Assistants in Rocky Mount, NC: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Rocky Mount are The Carrolton Of Nash in Rocky Mount (2.1 mi), Rocky Mount Rehabilitation Center in Rocky Mount (2.3 mi), The Lodge At Rocky Mount Health And Rehabilitation in Rocky Mount (3.5 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in North Carolina earn a median $15.02 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). North Carolina's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Rocky Mount has about 1,630 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Rocky Mount compared with Nash County and North Carolina
| Census figure | Rocky Mount | Nash County | North Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.0% | 2.3% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 32% | 28% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 12% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 6.9% | 5.3% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $51,424 | $49,723 | — |
Older residents in towns around Rocky Mount
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, NC | 8.3 mi | 1,248 | 226 |
| Red Oak, NC | 8.3 mi | 1,046 | 55 |
| Tarboro, NC | 15 mi | 3,161 | 527 |
| Wilson, NC | 18 mi | 8,751 | 948 |
| Lake Royale, NC | 21 mi | 894 | 161 |
| Farmville, NC | 29 mi | 1,220 | 132 |
Nursing homes near Rocky Mount
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Carrolton Of Nash | Rocky Mount, NC | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 141 | (252) 443-0867 |
| Rocky Mount Rehabilitation Center | Rocky Mount, NC | 2.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 117 | (252) 443-7666 |
| The Lodge At Rocky Mount Health And Rehabilitation | Rocky Mount, NC | 3.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (252) 442-4156 |
| Autumn Care Of Nash | Nashville, NC | 6.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 60 | (252) 462-0070 |
| Edgecombe Health Center By Harborview | Tarboro, NC | 15 mi | 1 of 5 | 159 | (252) 823-0401 |
| Tarboro Health And Rehabilitation LLC | Tarboro, NC | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | 118 | (252) 823-2041 |
Home health agencies serving Rocky Mount
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Greenville, NC | 33 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Centerwell Home Health | Youngsville, NC | 37 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Well Care Home Health, Inc | Raleigh, NC | 50 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (919) 846-1018 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Durham, NC | 58 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (919) 941-5793 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Rocky Mount. 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 Rocky Mount
At the North Carolina median aide wage of $15.02 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,302 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,285 monthly median income of Rocky Mount households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Carolina'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 Rocky Mount: common questions
What nursing homes are near Rocky Mount?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are The Carrolton Of Nash in Rocky Mount (2.1 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Rocky Mount Rehabilitation Center in Rocky Mount (2.3 mi, 2 of 5 overall); The Lodge At Rocky Mount Health And Rehabilitation in Rocky Mount (3.5 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Rocky Mount?
At the North Carolina median aide wage of $15.02 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,302 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,285 monthly median income of Rocky Mount households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Carolina'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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