Nursing Assistants in New Mexico
Nursing assistants provide basic patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other healthcare settings. They help patients with daily activities like bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating, and monitor vital signs and health status In New Mexico the median pay is $39,390 a year, 7% below the national median of $42,260.
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Who is hiring in New Mexico
Openings in New Mexico and remote
- Nursing Assistant 5A · Veterans Health Administration · Albuquerque, New Mexico · $38403–$62226
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Nursing Assistants.
Licenses and training in New Mexico
Nursing Assistants pay in other states
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O*NET-SOC 31-1131.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Mexico, annual.