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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