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Certified PCT Med Surg PRN Days
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in New Orleans, LA
The median certified nursing assistant pay in the New Orleans area is $15.65 per hour ($32,550 a year), with the typical range running from $14.42 to $17.96. That ranks 344th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 325th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. The free report below lists employers near New Orleans and what they pay.
- $15.65median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $14–$18typical range per hour
- 3,830employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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14 more open roles from employers in New Orleans. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Certified PCT Med Surg PRN Nights
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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CNA - Acute Medical Stepdown Unit - OMC, Jeff Hwy - FT - Nights
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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CNA - Observation Unit - OMC, Jeff. Hwy. - FT - Nights
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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CNA - Surgical Stepdown Unit - OMC, Jeff Hwy - FT - Days
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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CNA - LTACH - Post Acute Care Center - Full Time - Night Shift
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PCT ICU Stepdown- FT Nights
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Patient Care Technician Inpatient Behavioral Health Full-time Days
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Patient Care Technician Inpatient Behavioral Health Full-time Nights
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Patient Care Technician Certified - Med/Surg - Full time Nightshift
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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PCT Brain Injury Rehab FT Various Hrs
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Patient Care Technician Certified Acute Trauma PRN Days
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 8% above the Louisiana statewide median of $14.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 3,830 nursing assistants employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 8.7 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% | $13.73 | $28,560 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.42 | $29,990 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $15.65 | $32,550 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $17.96 | $37,360 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.11 | $41,830 | 6% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 344th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 325th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Louisiana 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in New Orleans
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $15.65 median hour buys what $16.90 buys at the national price level, 11% below 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 New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$563
- Per year: $28,170
- Per month: $2,348
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Orleans
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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).
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles in Louisiana
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in New Orleans as they open.
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Operating Room Nursing Assistant
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Polk, LA
$45k–$59k/ year
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CNA Hospice
Amedisys · Alexandria, LA
$16.00–$17.00/ hour
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Hospitals in New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 Orleans Parish
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Orleans Parish (1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $15.65/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $15.00/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $15.11/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $14.98/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $17.16/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $14.65/hr | 81,157 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Louisiana · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
New Orleans city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in New Orleans, LA?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $15.65 per hour, about $32,550 a year. The middle half earn between $14.42 and $17.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 325th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 344th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is New Orleans in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Orleans Parish. 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 New Orleans?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Orleans is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 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 New Orleans?
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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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