On average, how much do CNA's makes starting out in NC??

SnickerSnacker · Nov 4, 2012

After getting certified this spring, I started out at $9.15 in a hospital without experience. I had also been interviewing for a home care job that paid $10 an hour, but that was an independent contractor position.

mzsuccess · Nov 4, 2012

Do you live in NC?

SnickerSnacker · Nov 4, 2012

Yep, in the Winston-Salem/Greensboro area. As far as what's the best area to work in and apply, I don't know. I think conventional wisdom has it that hospital is easier and better paid than nursing home, but I don't know if that's true. I think my pay is similar to what the area nursing homes pay new CNAs.

I imagine that home care might be the nicest setting. Then again, I've never worked in that setting. I'd love to hear what other people think.

mzsuccess · Nov 5, 2012

My friend told me they start out around $11 an hour. I live in Charlotte, I was hoping to make a little more money. Thanks for your reply

RunnerRN2015, ASN, RN · Nov 13, 2012

My friend told me they start out around $11 an hour. I live in Charlotte, I was hoping to make a little more money. Thanks for your reply

I'm in Charlotte. My first CNA job (this spring) was in a very nice nursing home, 2nd shift, and pay was $10.10 an hour. I'm now at a hospital PRN and make $9.39 an hour. While I make a bit less, the work is far less physically demanding (working peds), my duties are definitely more nursing and less caretaking, and the hospital is AWESOME. Healthcare techs (CNA + unit secretary) make a bit more, around $11.00/hr. I want the floor experience since I'm in nursing school and I don't need the money so I'm quite happy where I'm at!

mzsuccess · Nov 16, 2012

Yeah i heard its alot of physical work. Glad you found your path.

Do you mind letting me know the nursing home where you worked, so I can apply? thanks