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Nursing Assistant

Sutter Health·San Francisco, California

$29 - $35/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 15 days ago
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Nursing Assistant · $29 - $35/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -38% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in San Francisco, California ($46.94/hr, n=210)
  • 228 similar openings in the San Francisco area · median $47.19/hr
  • 6 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$15.43/hr · p10p90 · $260/hr
this role: $29.08/hrmedian $46.94/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 210 posted nursing roles in San Francisco, California rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.

About the role

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.

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization

  • CPMC-California
  • Pacific
  • Med
  • Center
  • Van
  • Ness
  • Position
  • Overview: The Nursing Assistant provides basic nursing care to a patient population under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description

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

Preferred experience as typically acquired in

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

Benefits

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.

Requirements

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.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Basic Life Support
  • Relationship skills
  • Acute care
  • Nursing care

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$29 - $35/hr
Location
San Francisco, California
Posted
Aug 25, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, people-centered healthcare system providing comprehensive care throughout California. Sutter Health is committed to innovative, high-quality patient care and community partnerships, and innovative, high-quality patient care. Today, Sutter...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

California CNA roles stay consistently competitive

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.

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