PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Patient Care Assistant (PCA)- Medical/Surgical (Med Surg)
Hospital Sisters Health System · Sheboygan, WI
$18.00–$25.20/ hour
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Sheboygan, WI
The median certified nursing assistant pay in the Sheboygan area is $21.95 per hour ($45,660 a year), with the typical range running from $20.30 to $22.48. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Sheboygan. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sheboygan. The free report below lists employers near Sheboygan and what they pay.
- $21.95median pay per hour, Sheboygan
- $20–$22typical range per hour
- 450employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay
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Per diemPosted 6 days ago
Patient Care Assistant/CNA- PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Sheboygan, WI
$18.00–$25.20/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Patient Care Assistant (PCA)- Medical/Surgical (Med Surg)
Hospital Sisters Health System · Sheboygan, WI
$18.00–$25.20/ hour
PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Patient Care Assistant (PCA)- Medical/Surgical (Med Surg)
Hospital Sisters Health System · Sheboygan, WI
$18.00–$25.20/ hour
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Get my free pay reportCertified Nursing Assistant pay in Sheboygan, WI
The metro median is 6% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $20.79 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 450 nursing assistants employed in the Sheboygan metro area, 7.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.26 | $37,980 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.30 | $42,220 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $21.95 | $45,660 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.48 | $46,760 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.87 | $47,570 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Sheboygan ranks
- 47th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 7th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Wisconsin 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 Sheboygan
- Overall prices in Sheboygan run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 19% below the U.S. average (index 80.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.95 median hour buys what $23.35 buys at the national price level, 23% 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 Sheboygan paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$790
- Per year: $39,510
- Per month: $3,292
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sheboygan metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sheboygan
| 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 Sheboygan
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sheboygan, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County Sheboygan, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Nicholas Hospital Sheboygan, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Sheboygan County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Sheboygan County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh, WI | 46 mi | $19.29/hr | 67,242 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 48 mi | $21.33/hr | 563,531 |
| Appleton, WI | 50 mi | $19.18/hr | 75,344 |
| West Allis, WI | 53 mi | $21.33/hr | 59,784 |
| Green Bay, WI | 56 mi | $20.56/hr | 106,311 |
| Waukesha, WI | 57 mi | $21.33/hr | 71,461 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Wisconsin · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wisconsin 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 Sheboygan, WI?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Sheboygan metro area have a median pay of $21.95 per hour, about $45,660 a year. The middle half earn between $20.30 and $22.48 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sheboygan a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Sheboygan ranks 7th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 47th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Sheboygan?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Sheboygan. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sheboygan.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Sheboygan as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Sheboygan in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Sheboygan 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 Sheboygan?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sheboygan 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 Sheboygan?
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Your CNA pay reportSheboygan, WI · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthBurlington, WI · 2 postings$26.00/ hr$21–$31
- Veterans Health AdministrationMilwaukee, WI · 2 postings$24.93/ hr$19–$31
- Mayo ClinicEau Claire, WI · 7 postings$23.66/ hr$20–$29
- MercyWisconsin · 6 postings$22.19/ hr$17–$29
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$21.60High$27
36 CNA postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 35 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 36 CNA roles
- Nursing Assistant - Acute Care InpatientPermanent$40k–$65k/ year
- Health Unit Coordinator/Patient Care Assistant - Medical SurgicalPermanent$20.98–$29.19/ hour
+ 34 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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