PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Nursing Assistant
Veterans Health Administration · Indianapolis, IN
$40k–$61k/ year
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Carmel, IN
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Carmel area centers on $18.35 per hour, or about $38,170 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.45 and the upper quarter over $20.62. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Carmel. That ranks 193rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 214th of 341 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Carmel.
- $18.35median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 9,430employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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CNA Hospice Aide
Amedisys · Indianapolis, IN
$19.00–$21.00/ hour
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Brookdale Senior Living · Carmel, IN
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $24.31 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $20 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Carmel, IN
The metro median is 2% above the Indiana statewide median of $17.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 9,430 nursing assistants employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 8.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.44 | $32,120 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.45 | $36,300 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.35 | $38,170 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.62 | $42,890 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.36 | $46,510 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Carmel ranks
- 193rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 214th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Indiana 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 Carmel
- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.35 median hour buys what $19.18 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 Carmel paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$661
- Per year: $33,030
- Per month: $2,752
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Carmel
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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 Carmel
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Carmel, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent Heart Center Carmel, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health North Hospital Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Carmel Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Hamilton County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Hamilton County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, IN | 5 mi | $18.35/hr | 62,994 |
| Noblesville, IN | 9 mi | $18.35/hr | 75,239 |
| Kokomo, IN | 34 mi | $18.17/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 43 mi | $17.54/hr | 65,320 |
| Lafayette, IN | 48 mi | $17.50/hr | 71,757 |
| Columbus, IN | 54 mi | $17.39/hr | 51,970 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Indiana · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana 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 Carmel, IN?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $18.35 per hour, about $38,170 a year. The middle half earn between $17.45 and $20.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Carmel a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 214th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 193rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Carmel?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Carmel.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Carmel as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Carmel in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Hamilton 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 Carmel?
The federal per diem benchmark in Carmel is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 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 Carmel?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysRichmond, IN · 3 postings$19.00/ hr$18–$21
- 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
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- CNA Hospice AidePermanent$18.00–$20.00/ hour
- Nursing AssistantPermanent$40k–$61k/ year
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