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ALLIED HEALTH
Nursing assistant
Provide compassionate care by assisting nurses with medical tasks and actively contributing to patient comfort and safety.
26 000 – 48 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Postsecondary non-degree award
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
3-6 months
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
3-6 months
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
Rare
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Junior
0–2 years of experience
26 000 – 32 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
32 000 – 40 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
40 000 – 48 000 USD/ year
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — United States
Entry typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a CNA training program, and passing a state competency exam.
Training — United States
Nursing assistants usually complete a state-approved training program lasting several weeks to months, including classroom instruction and clinical practice.
The job market — United States
There is strong demand for nursing assistants in hospitals, nursing homes, and long-term care facilities due to an aging population and healthcare needs.
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