Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Valentine, NE
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Valentine for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Valentine, NE: the local picture
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).
Valentine has about 120 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Valentine compared with Cherry County and Nebraska
| Census figure | Valentine | Cherry County | Nebraska |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.6% | 3.8% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 37% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 22% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 38% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 13% | 9.2% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 7.5% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $34,549 | $55,526 | — |
Home health agencies serving Valentine
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Co Hospital Home Health Services | Valentine, NE | 6.1 mi | not rated | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (402) 376-2525 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Valentine. 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 Valentine
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 52% of the $2,879 monthly median income of Valentine 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 Valentine: common questions
How much does CNAs cost in Valentine?
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 52% of the $2,879 monthly median income of Valentine 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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