PermanentPosted today
Nursing Assistant - Float Pool
Fairview Health Services · Burnsville, MN
$21.84–$30.83/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Apple Valley, MN
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Apple Valley area centers on $22.55 per hour, or about $46,910 a year. The lower quarter earns under $20.78 and the upper quarter over $23.49. The CMS hospital directory lists 18 hospitals in the Apple Valley metro area. That ranks 23rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 46th of 341 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Apple Valley.
- $22.55median pay per hour, Minneapolis
- $21–$23typical range per hour
- 13,830employed in the metro area
- 28open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles near Apple Valley
Roles in other cities of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area.
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Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg
Fairview Health Services · Burnsville, MN
$21.84–$30.83/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Float Pool
Fairview Health Services · Woodbury, MN
$21.84–$30.83/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
Nursing Assistant - Short Stay Unit
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$23.06–$28.19/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
Patient Care Technician - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care · Plymouth, MN
$16.00–$25.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted yesterday
CNA/NAR-Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview Health Services · Burnsville, MN
$22.05–$31.85/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
CNA/NAR- Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$22.05–$31.85/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Nursing Assistant (CNA / NAR)
Fairview Health Services · St Paul, MN
$22.05–$31.85/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Nursing Assistant - Transitional Care Unit
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$23.06–$28.19/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
BrightSpring Health Services · Woodbury, MN
$23.00–$26.00/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Patient Care Technician - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care · Minneapolis, MN
$16.00–$25.00/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Nursing Assistant (CNA/NAR)
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$22.05–$31.85/ hour
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Named employers near Apple Valley, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring certified nursing assistants near Apple Valley
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Fairview Health Services | 22 | $26.34 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 3 | $20.50 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 2 | $24.25 |
| AccentCare | 1 | $22.50 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Apple Valley, MN
The metro median is 3% above the Minnesota statewide median of $21.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 13,830 nursing assistants employed in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area, 7.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.01 | $39,540 | in line with U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.78 | $43,220 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Median | $22.55 | $46,910 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.49 | $48,860 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.49 | $55,100 | 39% above U.S. median |
How Apple Valley ranks
- 23rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 46th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Minnesota 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 Apple Valley
- Overall prices in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.55 median hour buys what $21.51 buys at the national price level, 13% 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 Apple Valley paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$812
- Per year: $40,590
- Per month: $3,382
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Apple Valley
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area
CMS lists 18 hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area, 9 of the 14 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital Edina, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Maple Grove Hospital Maple Grove, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Minneapolis Va Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Abbott Northwestern Hospital Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cambridge Medical Center Cambridge, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital Burnsville, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital Woodbury, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ridgeview Medical Center Waconia, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Allina United Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnsville, MN | 4 mi | $22.55/hr | 64,864 |
| Eagan, MN | 5 mi | $22.55/hr | 67,240 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Minnesota · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 Apple Valley, MN?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $22.55 per hour, about $46,910 a year. The middle half earn between $20.78 and $23.49 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Apple Valley a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ranks 46th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Apple Valley?
We list 28 open roles with published pay from 4 employers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Apple Valley.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Apple Valley as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Apple Valley?
The federal per diem benchmark in Apple Valley is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Apple Valley?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Apple Valley and across Minnesota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Apple Valley.
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Your CNA pay reportApple Valley, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Fairview Health ServicesEdina, MN · 28 postings$25.62/ hr$20–$32
- CommonSpirit HealthBreckenridge, MN · 4 postings$25.00/ hr$20–$33
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 59 postings$24.55/ hr$20–$31
- Mayo ClinicRochester, MN · 2 postings$24.46/ hr$21–$28
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$24.55High$29
168 CNA postings with published pay in Minnesota, 158 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 168 CNA roles
- Nursing Assistant - Float PoolPermanent$21.84–$30.83/ hour
- Nursing Assistant - Med/SurgPermanent$21.84–$30.83/ hour
+ 166 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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