PermanentPosted today
Nursing Assistant - Clinical Operations (Float Pool)
Veterans Health Administration · Tucson, AZ
$40k–$65k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Tucson, AZ
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Tucson area earn a median of $18.90 per hour, about $39,310 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.95 and $21.89. That ranks 137th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 187th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Tucson. The free report below lists employers near Tucson and what they pay.
- $18.90median pay per hour, Tucson
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 2,810employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Full-Time Days
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
$19.32–$24.50/ hour
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Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Full-Time Night Shift
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
$19.32–$24.50/ hour
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Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA
Banner Health · Tucson, AZ
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Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA Neuro
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Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Per Diem Day Shift
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
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Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Step Down
Tenet Healthcare · Tucson, AZ
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Patient Care Tech (PCT) - PCU
Tenet Healthcare · Tucson, AZ
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | 2 | $21.91 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $25.08 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Tucson, AZ
The metro median is 6% below the Arizona statewide median of $20.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,810 nursing assistants employed in the Tucson metro area, 7.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.76 | $34,860 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.95 | $37,340 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.90 | $39,310 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.89 | $45,530 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.89 | $47,610 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Tucson ranks
- 137th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nursing Assistants (SOC 31-1131), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Tucson
- Overall prices in Tucson run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.90 median hour buys what $19.51 buys at the national price level, 3% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Tucson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$680
- Per year: $34,020
- Per month: $2,835
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tucson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tucson
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel certified nursing assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Tucson
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Tucson, 2 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va S. Arizona Healthcare System Tucson, AZ | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner-University Medical Center South Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Mary's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tucson Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Dorado Springs Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Palo Verde Behavioral Health Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Pima County
HRSA lists 29 active primary care shortage designations that include Pima County (10 geographic, 4 population-group, 15 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marana, AZ | 27 mi | $20.52/hr | 62,380 |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 74 mi | $20.52/hr | 68,927 |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 87 mi | $20.52/hr | 83,781 |
| Maricopa, AZ | 90 mi | $20.52/hr | 76,654 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 95 mi | $20.52/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 97 mi | $20.52/hr | 281,231 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Arizona · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Tucson, AZ?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $18.90 per hour, about $39,310 a year. The middle half earn between $17.95 and $21.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tucson a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Tucson ranks 187th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 137th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Tucson?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Tucson. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Tucson.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tucson as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tucson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 29 active primary care shortage designations that include Pima County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Tucson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tucson is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place certified nursing assistants in Tucson?
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Your CNA pay reportTucson, AZ · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Select MedicalTucson, AZ · 3 postings$21.91/ hr$19–$26
- Veterans Health AdministrationPrescott, AZ · 4 postings$26.33/ hr$19–$34
- CommonSpirit HealthPrescott, AZ · 6 postings$23.50/ hr$19–$28
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$23.50High$31
14 CNA postings with published pay in Arizona, 11 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 CNA roles
- Nursing Assistant- Hospitality/OrderlyPermanent$45k–$70k/ year
- Nursing Assistant - Geriatrics and Extended CarePermanent$42k–$67k/ year
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