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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Variable Part-time Day Shift, Maternal Care Center
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$19.21–$24.90/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Washington, DC
The median certified nursing assistant pay in the Washington area is $20.83 per hour ($43,330 a year), with the typical range running from $18.00 to $22.85. 5 open roles with published pay are listed for Washington and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Washington. The free report below lists employers near Washington and what they pay.
- $20.83median pay per hour, Washington
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 24,080employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles near Washington
Roles in other cities of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
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Patient Care Technician - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care · Fredericksburg, VA
$17.00–$27.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Varied Shifts, Home Assistance
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$18.00–$22.79/ hour
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Patient Care Technician (CNA), Night Shift, Rehabilitation
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$19.21–$24.90/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Nursing Assistant (NA) - Full-time Nights
Select Medical · Alexandria, VA
$22.15–$27.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health | 3 | $22.05 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 1 | $22 |
| Select Medical | 1 | $24.57 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Washington, DC
The metro median is 8% below the District of Columbia statewide median of $22.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 24,080 nursing assistants employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 7.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.36 | $34,030 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.00 | $37,440 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.83 | $43,330 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.85 | $47,530 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.14 | $54,370 | 38% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 84th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 217th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.83 median hour buys what $19.13 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Washington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$750
- Per year: $37,494
- Per month: $3,124
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Washington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $234 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,282 |
| 13-week assignment | $29,666 |
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 Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in District of Columbia
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include District of Columbia (4 population-group, 8 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $20.83/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $20.83/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $19.12/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $19.27/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $18.75/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $20.67/hr | 73,176 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in District of Columbia · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in District of Columbia
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
District of Columbia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Washington
Washington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Washington, DC?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $20.83 per hour, about $43,330 a year. The middle half earn between $18.00 and $22.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 217th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 84th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Washington?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Washington.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Washington in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include District of Columbia. 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 Washington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Washington is $234 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,282 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 Washington?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Washington and across District of Columbia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Washington.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthBURIEN, WA · 7 postings$31.52/ hr$23–$41
- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 6 postings$28.75/ hr$21–$34
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 105 postings$28.55/ hr$21–$44
- Fresenius Medical CareSan Francisco, CA · 4 postings$28.00/ hr$25–$35
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