- Open jobs
- 5
- Agencies hiring
- 3
- Median pay in listings
- $20.42/hour
- Pay range
- $17.15 – $25.00/hour
- Median wage in Virginia (BLS)
- $20.77/hour
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Certified Nurse Assistant - General
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CNA (Nursing Assistant) pay in Virginia
The median wage for CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs in Virginia is $20.77 per hour ($43,202 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $20.42/hour, from $17.15 to $25.00. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Certified nursing assistants must be listed on the Virginia state nurse aide registry. If you are certified in another state, most states let you transfer to their registry by reciprocity, usually within a few weeks. Some agencies hire nursing assistants who are still finishing their certification for non-certified roles.
Agencies hiring for CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs in Virginia
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| GHR Healthcare | 2 | $20.42/hr |
| Health Advocates Network | 2 | $25.00/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 1 | $17.15/hr |
Cities with the most CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs
Newport News (2), Norfolk (1), Dillwyn (1), Capron (1)
FAQ
How much does a CNA (Nursing Assistant) make in Virginia?
The median wage for CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs in Virginia is $20.77 per hour (about $43,202 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $20.42 per hour.
How many CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs are open in Virginia?
5 CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs from 3 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Certified nursing assistants must be listed on the Virginia state nurse aide registry. If you are certified in another state, most states let you transfer to their registry by reciprocity, usually within a few weeks. Some agencies hire nursing assistants who are still finishing their certification for non-certified roles.