Average Critical Care/Intensive Care CNA Salary

$21.60/hour

The average salary for a Critical Care/Intensive Care CNA is $21.60 per hour. This is 8% higher than the assisting US average of $19.94.

Last updated on October 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Critical Care/Intensive Care CNA compared to Certified Nursing Assistant National Averages

$21.60/hour

8% higher than the assisting US average.

$19.94/hour

United States

Where do Critical Care/Intensive Care CNAs get paid the most?

Connecticut pays Critical Care/Intensive Care CNAs the most, averaging $23 per hour, followed by Kansas ($18). Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $24. For comparison, the national average for Critical Care/Intensive Care CNAs is $22 per hour — Connecticut pays 6% more.

StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Connecticut$23$24
Kansas$18$18
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Critical Care/Intensive Care CNA jobs?

Perm Staff Jobs pays Critical Care/Intensive Care CNAs the most, averaging $19 per hour, followed by University of Miami ($17). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $22. For comparison, the national average for Critical Care/Intensive Care CNAs is $22 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 12% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$19$22
University of Miami$17$17

Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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