I have been a CNA for 6 years now. I started out working in Ayden, NC and was started off with $6.75. I have relocated to Raleigh, NC and I'm currently making $13 on 3-11 during the week, and $14 on the weekend. I have already grossed over $30K this year. I'm currently in school full-time for Medical Assisting. You can make good money as a CNA. Private Duty Cases can pay up to $18 an hour. You just need to know where to look.