Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in South Sioux City, NE
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Nursing Assistants in South Sioux City, NE: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to South Sioux City are Adept Nursing & Rehab Of South Sioux City in South Sioux City (0.3 mi), Continental Falls in South Sioux City (0.5 mi), St Luke's Regional Medical Center SNF in Sioux City (2.4 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Nebraska earn a median $17.38 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Nebraska's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
South Sioux City has about 261 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
South Sioux City compared with Dakota County and Nebraska
| Census figure | South Sioux City | Dakota County | Nebraska |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 30% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 13% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 22% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.3% | 7.1% | 9.2% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.6% | 4.5% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,188 | $60,000 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Sioux City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 2.6 mi | 12,804 | 1,235 |
| Dakota City, NE | 3.1 mi | 295 | 39 |
| Dakota Dunes, SD | 4.1 mi | 756 | 0 |
| Sergeant Bluff, IA | 5.5 mi | 646 | 65 |
| North Sioux City, SD | 6.6 mi | 640 | 0 |
| Elk Point, SD | 20 mi | 450 | 144 |
Nursing homes near South Sioux City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adept Nursing & Rehab Of South Sioux City | South Sioux City, NE | 0.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 72 | (402) 494-4273 |
| Continental Falls | South Sioux City, NE | 0.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 77 | (402) 494-3043 |
| St Luke's Regional Medical Center SNF | Sioux City, IA | 2.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 20 | (712) 279-5697 |
| Casa De Paz Health Care Center | Sioux City, IA | 3.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 71 | (712) 233-3127 |
| Holy Spirit Retirement Home | Sioux City, IA | 3.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 78 | (712) 252-2726 |
| Westwood Specialty Care | Sioux City, IA | 3.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 85 | (712) 258-0135 |
Home health agencies serving South Sioux City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unitypoint At Home | Sioux City, IA | 4.4 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (712) 279-3279 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Sioux City. 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 South Sioux City
At the Nebraska median aide wage of $17.38 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,506 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,182 monthly median income of South Sioux City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nebraska'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 South Sioux City: common questions
What nursing homes are near South Sioux City?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Adept Nursing & Rehab Of South Sioux City in South Sioux City (0.3 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Continental Falls in South Sioux City (0.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); St Luke's Regional Medical Center SNF in Sioux City (2.4 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in South Sioux City?
At the Nebraska median aide wage of $17.38 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,506 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,182 monthly median income of South Sioux City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nebraska'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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