Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) provide hands-on basic care under the direction of nursing staff — helping patients with bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility, and measuring vital signs — in nursing homes, hospitals, and long-term care facilities.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
18,661
Median salary
$42,096
$33.7k–$51.4k range
Posted this week
+3,409
Remote / telehealth
0.1%
17 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Certified Nursing Assistant specialties: openings and median pay
As of August 23, 2026, Certified Nursing Assistant hiring on SonicJobs spans 4 specialties. Patient Care Technician (PCT) is the largest with 5,445 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $40,320 (Hospice CNA) to $43,680 (Patient Care Technician (PCT)).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patient Care Technician (PCT) | 5,445 | $43.7k | |
| Acute Care / Hospital CNA | 501 | $40.6k | |
| Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care CNA | 386 | $43k | |
| Hospice CNA | 243 | $40.3k |
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · 4 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Certified Nursing Assistant do?
Certified Nursing Assistants provide daily hands-on care — bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital signs — under the supervision of nurses. Entry requires a state-approved CNA training program and a competency exam, and most roles are full-time or shift-based.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Certified Nursing Assistant jobs are open?
As of August 23, 2026, SonicJobs lists 18,661 active Certified Nursing Assistant jobs, with 3,409 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Certified Nursing Assistants earn?
As of August 23, 2026, Certified Nursing Assistant roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $42,096 (10th–90th percentile $33.7k–$51.4k), based on 8,635 of 18,661 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 7 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 3,060 | 35% |
| 40k-60k | 5,453 | 63% |
| 60k-80k | 88 | 1% |
| 80k-100k | 12 | 0% |
| 100k+ | 15 | 0% |
- Median salary
- $42,096 · n=8,635
- Average salary
- $42,506 · n=8,635
- Salary coverage
- 46.27% · n=18,661
- Job count
- 18661 · n=18,661
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Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · 46% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Certified Nursing Assistants most in demand?
As of August 23, 2026, Certified Nursing Assistant demand on SonicJobs is highest in Texas, Florida, Illinois, across 18,661 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1,145 | $35.3k |
| Florida | 1,067 | $33.6k |
| Illinois | 1,040 | $40.9k |
| California | 874 | $51k |
| Pennsylvania | 872 | $38.4k |
| Minnesota | 756 | $42.7k |
| North Carolina | 688 | $42.2k |
| New York | 656 | $42.2k |
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Certified Nursing Assistants?
As of August 23, 2026, the top Certified Nursing Assistant employers on SonicJobs are Fresenius Medical Care, DaVita Kidney Care, Sanford Health.
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Certified Nursing Assistant jobs are available?
As of August 23, 2026, Full time roles make up 72% of 18,661 active Certified Nursing Assistant listings.
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Certified Nursing Assistant jobs?
As of August 23, 2026, 17 of 18,661 active Certified Nursing Assistant listings (0.1%) offer remote or telehealth work.
17
Remote / telehealth jobs
0.1% of active Certified Nursing Assistant listings.
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
CNAs complete a state-approved education program (typically a few weeks to a few months) and pass a competency evaluation to be listed on the state nurse aide registry. A high school diploma is usually expected.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Certified Nursing Assistant jobs offer?
As of August 23, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Certified Nursing Assistant roles, appearing in 78% of listings that disclose benefits (52% of all Certified Nursing Assistant listings).
Source: aggregated from 18,661 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 52% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Certified Nursing Assistant FAQ
How long does it take to become a CNA?
Most state-approved CNA programs take a few weeks to a few months, after which you pass a competency exam to join the state nurse aide registry. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Certified Nursing Assistants?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of nursing assistants to grow 2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 211,800 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $39,530 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Certified Nursing Assistant listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure