Health Sciences

Nursing Assistants

Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, or ambulation of patients in a health or nursing facility. May include medication administration and other health-related tasks. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants.

Occupation Details

County Information

Wage

$18/hour Average
$37,090/year Median

Wage Range

$32,700/year Entry
$38,600/year Experienced

Growth Opportunity

380 Annual Openings
7% change total jobs from 2020-2030

Education Typically Needed

Postsecondary nondegree award

Work Experience Typically Needed

None

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