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Sutter Health·San Francisco, California
Nursing Assistant · $29 - $35/hr
Computed from live listings
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 210 posted nursing roles in San Francisco, California rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.
Pay for this role is about 38% below the San Francisco, California median for nursing roles.
The Nursing Assistant provides basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are also responsible for managing, storing, and administering hazardous drugs in accordance with safety guidelines.
EDUCATION HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education (GED) Other: Hospital Assistant or equivalent training (nursing student)
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE CNA-Certified Nurse Assistant BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant an acute care hospital required or nursing student.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Requires communication, organization and relationship skills. Job Shift: Rotating Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Variable, Wednesday Weekend Requirements: Saturday, Sunday
Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $29.08 to $35.34 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and hold a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and previous acute care experience or current enrollment in a nursing program are required.
Market context
In California, Nursing Assistant openings are often competitive because acute care employers look for CNA certification, BLS, and either prior hospital experience or current nursing student status. These roles can move quickly when staffing needs are high, and candidates who can show recent hands-on patient care usually stand out. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the essentials faster; before applying, confirm your certification dates and hospital experience match the listing.