Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in South Valley, NM
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Nursing Assistants in South Valley, NM: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to South Valley are Las Estancias By Pure Health in Albuquerque (2.3 mi), South Valley Care Center LLC in Albuquerque (3.6 mi), Odelia Healthcare in Albuquerque (7.0 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in New Mexico earn a median $13.71 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
South Valley has about 601 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
South Valley compared with Bernalillo County and New Mexico
| Census figure | South Valley | Bernalillo County | New Mexico |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.1% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 36% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 33% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 12% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.1% | 6.4% | 5.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $44,500 | $56,582 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 6.9 mi | 99,291 | 11,292 |
| Kirtland AFB, NM | 7.4 mi | 71 | 0 |
| Bosque Farms, NM | 11 mi | 906 | 92 |
| Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM | 11 mi | 1,340 | 126 |
| North Valley, NM | 12 mi | 2,520 | 304 |
| Peralta, NM | 12 mi | 646 | 91 |
Nursing homes near South Valley
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Estancias By Pure Health | Albuquerque, NM | 2.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (505) 632-3018 |
| South Valley Care Center LLC | Albuquerque, NM | 3.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 58 | (505) 877-2200 |
| Odelia Healthcare | Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 119 | (505) 243-2257 |
| Ladera Center | Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (505) 836-0023 |
| Manzano Del Sol By Purehealth | Albuquerque, NM | 7.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 117 | (505) 262-2311 |
| Princeton Health & Rehabilitation | Albuquerque, NM | 8.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 369 | (505) 255-1717 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Valley. 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 Valley
At the New Mexico median aide wage of $13.71 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,188 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,708 monthly median income of South Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 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 Valley: common questions
What nursing homes are near South Valley?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Las Estancias By Pure Health in Albuquerque (2.3 mi, 5 of 5 overall); South Valley Care Center LLC in Albuquerque (3.6 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Odelia Healthcare in Albuquerque (7.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in South Valley?
At the New Mexico median aide wage of $13.71 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,188 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,708 monthly median income of South Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 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.
More senior care near South Valley
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
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- Nursing Assistants in North Valley, NM
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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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