Re: CNA pay?
I'm a recent CNA (less than 6 months certified) and make $13.00 at a home health agency-- Home agencies pay no overtime and the hours fluctuate. I could average 40+ a week, if I choose.
Some of the other grads from my CNA class are making $11- $12.50 in LTC. They get OT for 40+ in a week and can work lotsa hours.
I've been offered a CNA agency job at $15.00 but haven't taken it because I have scheduling conflicts (I travel out of town to teach)..... With multi-year experience, the agencies are offering $16-17 for CNAs... But as you may know agency work can be very challenging.
Generally I've noticed east county (east Portland, Gresham) LTC offer $10 - 11 to start.... the west side LTC facilities offer $12-13 to start....
You can find what hospitals offer by looking at their job offerings. OHSU, Legacy, Kaiser, Providence post their pay ranges for all to see.
Hope this helps...
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