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Average Acute Care CNA Salary

$17.55/hour

The average salary for a Acute Care CNA is $17.55 per hour. This is 14% lower than the assisting US average of $19.98.

Last updated on December 24, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Acute Care CNA compared to Certified Nursing Assistant National Averages

$17.55/hour

14% lower than the assisting US average.

$19.98/hour

United States

Where do Acute Care CNAs get paid the most?

Only Kansas reports pay data for Acute Care CNAs, averaging $13 per hour. Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $16. For comparison, the national average for Acute Care CNAs is $18 per hour — Kansas pays 25% less.

State	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Kansas	$13	$16

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care CNA jobs?

MaineGeneral Health pays Acute Care CNAs the most, averaging $23 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($15). For comparison, the national average for Acute Care CNAs is $18 per hour — MaineGeneral Health pays 30% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
MaineGeneral Health	$23	$23
Perm Staff Jobs	$15	$18

Last updated on December 24, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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