PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Patient Care Technician - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care · Sparks, NV
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Sparks, NV
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Sparks area earn a median of $22.36 per hour, about $46,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.44 and $23.16. That ranks 33rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 27th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sparks. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sparks.
- $22.36median pay per hour, Reno
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 1,240employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Sparks, NV
The metro median is 3% above the Nevada statewide median of $21.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,240 nursing assistants employed in the Reno metro area, 4.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.51).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.02 | $37,480 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.44 | $38,360 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.36 | $46,500 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.16 | $48,170 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.71 | $55,560 | 41% above U.S. median |
How Sparks ranks
- 33rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 27th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Nevada 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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- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.36 median hour buys what $22.14 buys at the national price level, 16% 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 Sparks paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$805
- Per year: $40,248
- Per month: $3,354
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sparks
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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).
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Certified Nurse Aide CNA
LifePoint Health · Elko, NV
$16.54–$24.23/ hour
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Hospitals in Sparks
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Nevada Medical Center Sparks, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dini-Townsend Hospital At Nnmh Sparks, NV | 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 Washoe County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Washoe County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 7 mi | $22.36/hr | 281,714 |
| Carson City, NV | 29 mi | $22.38/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 97 mi | $22.24/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 98 mi | $22.24/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 99 mi | $22.24/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 102 mi | $22.24/hr | 163,304 |
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License and tax basics in Nevada
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Sparks, NV?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $22.36 per hour, about $46,500 a year. The middle half earn between $18.44 and $23.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sparks a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 27th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Sparks?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, led by Northern Nevada Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Sparks as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Sparks in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Washoe 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 Sparks?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sparks is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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