Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Royal Kunia, HI
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Royal Kunia for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Royal Kunia, HI: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Royal Kunia are Kulana Malama in Ewa Beach (3.9 mi), Pearl City Post Acute in Pearl City (4.1 mi), Daniel K Akaka State Veterans Home in Kapolei (5.2 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Hawaii earn a median $18.32 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Hawaii's minimum wage is $16.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Royal Kunia has about 244 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Royal Kunia compared with Honolulu County and Hawaii
| Census figure | Royal Kunia | Honolulu County | Hawaii |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 33% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 20% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 14% | 19% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 9.0% | 9.2% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.5% | 9.7% | 8.2% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $105,813 | $94,383 | — |
Older residents in towns around Royal Kunia
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waikele, HI | 1.7 mi | 1,017 | 72 |
| Waipahu, HI | 1.9 mi | 8,634 | 1,680 |
| Waipio, HI | 2.4 mi | 2,706 | 334 |
| East Kapolei, HI | 3.0 mi | 338 | 0 |
| Mililani Town, HI | 3.1 mi | 7,218 | 890 |
| West Loch Estate, HI | 3.1 mi | 1,018 | 117 |
Nursing homes near Royal Kunia
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kulana Malama | Ewa Beach, HI | 3.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 33 | (808) 681-1200 |
| Pearl City Post Acute | Pearl City, HI | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 122 | (808) 453-1919 |
| Daniel K Akaka State Veterans Home | Kapolei, HI | 5.2 mi | not rated | — | (808) 861-0926 |
| Ka Punawai Ola | Kapolei, HI | 6.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (808) 674-9262 |
| Avalon Care Center - Honolulu, LLC | Honolulu, HI | 11 mi | 2 of 5 | 108 | (808) 847-4834 |
| Nuuanu Hale | Honolulu, HI | 12 mi | 2 of 5 | 75 | (808) 595-6311 |
Home health agencies serving Royal Kunia
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health Home Care Services | Kaneohe, HI | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (808) 263-5077 |
| Bayada Home Health Care | Honolulu, HI | 13 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (808) 591-6068 |
| Kaiser Home Health Agency - Oahu | Honolulu, HI | 11 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (808) 432-4660 |
| Careresource Hawaii | Honolulu, HI | 12 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (808) 599-4999 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Royal Kunia. 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 Royal Kunia
At the Hawaii median aide wage of $18.32 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,588 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,818 monthly median income of Royal Kunia households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Hawaii's minimum wage is $16.00 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.
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Nursing Assistants in Royal Kunia: common questions
What nursing homes are near Royal Kunia?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Kulana Malama in Ewa Beach (3.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Pearl City Post Acute in Pearl City (4.1 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Daniel K Akaka State Veterans Home in Kapolei (5.2 mi, not rated overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Royal Kunia?
At the Hawaii median aide wage of $18.32 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,588 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,818 monthly median income of Royal Kunia households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Hawaii's minimum wage is $16.00 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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