PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Avera Health · Granite Falls, MN
$22.60–$26.00/ hour
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Granite Falls, MN
Certified Nursing Assistants in Minnesota earn a median of $21.91 per hour, about $45,580 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.13 and $23.13. That is 15% above the U.S. median of $19.01 per hour. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Granite Falls. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Granite Falls.
- $21.91median pay per hour, Minnesota
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 4open roles with published pay
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles in Granite Falls
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Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care
Avera Health · Granite Falls, MN
$22.60–$26.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care
Avera Health · Granite Falls, MN
$22.60–$26.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Patient Care Technician - Certified (PCT) | Medical Surgical Unit
Avera Health · Granite Falls, MN
$22.60–$24.50/ hour
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Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 26,970 nursing assistants employed in Minnesota.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.15 | $37,750 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.13 | $39,790 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $21.91 | $45,580 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.13 | $48,110 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.07 | $54,230 | 37% above U.S. median |
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.
Estimate your Granite Falls paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$789
- Per year: $39,438
- Per month: $3,286
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Minnesota. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Granite Falls
| 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 Granite Falls
CMS lists 1 hospital in Granite Falls. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Granite Falls Granite Falls, MN | Critical access | Nonprofit | 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 Chippewa County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Chippewa County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud, MN | 83 mi | $18.79/hr | 72,145 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | 102 mi | $22.55/hr | 62,905 |
| Minnetonka, MN | 102 mi | $22.55/hr | 52,651 |
| Plymouth, MN | 103 mi | $22.55/hr | 78,551 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 104 mi | $22.55/hr | 72,739 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 106 mi | $18.30/hr | 209,289 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Granite Falls
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Granite Falls, MN?
Certified Nursing Assistants in Minnesota have a median pay of $21.91 per hour, about $45,580 a year. The middle half earn between $19.13 and $23.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Granite Falls?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Granite Falls. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Granite Falls.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Granite Falls 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.
Is Granite Falls in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Chippewa 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 Granite Falls?
The federal per diem benchmark in Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Granite Falls and across Minnesota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Granite Falls.
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Your CNA pay reportGranite Falls, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthGranite Falls, MN · 10 postings$24.30/ hr$20–$32
- 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
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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