How Much Money Does A Nurse Assistant Make

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How much does a Nursing Assistant make in the United States? The average Nursing Assistant salary in the United States is $31,775 as of October 29, 2021, but the range typically falls between $28,890 and $35,706. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential

Nursing Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Nursing Assistant Salary	$26,262	US	October 29, 2021
25th Percentile Nursing Assistant Salary	$28,890	US	October 29, 2021
50th Percentile Nursing Assistant Salary	$31,775	US	October 29, 2021
75th Percentile Nursing Assistant Salary	$35,706	US	October 29, 2021
90th Percentile Nursing Assistant Salary	$39,284	US	October 29, 2021

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Job Description for Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients. Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking. Being a Nursing Assistant changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures. May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment. Additionally, Nursing Assistant may record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor. The Nursing Assistant possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2021 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Organized and detailed in work performance.

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Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse.

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Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility.

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Nursing Assistant Pay Difference by Location

City, State	Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA	Compared to national average + 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC	Compared to national average + 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL	Compared to national average -2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL	Compared to national average + 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA	Compared to national average + 12.7%
City, State New York, NY	Compared to national average + 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX	Compared to national average -0.7%

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nursing Assistant in the United States. The base salary for Nursing Assistant ranges from $28,890 to $35,706 with the average base salary of $31,775. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $28,908 to $35,725 with the average total cash compensation of $31,818.