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How much do student nursing assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for student nursing assistant in Rochester, NY is $16.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.47 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do student nursing assistants do?

Student nursing assistants support healthcare teams by helping with patient care tasks such as bathing, feeding, and mobility under supervision. They may also assist with basic clinical procedures and record patient information, gaining practical experience in a healthcare setting. This role often requires basic nursing skills and adherence to safety and hygiene protocols.

What is a student nursing assistant?

Student nursing assistants are individuals who are currently enrolled in a nursing program and work under the supervision of licensed nurses to gain practical experience in patient care. They assist with basic patient needs such as bathing, feeding, and mobility, while also learning essential clinical skills. This role allows students to apply classroom knowledge in real healthcare settings, preparing them for future nursing responsibilities. Student nursing assistants often work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, or clinics during their training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student nursing assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Nursing Assistant, you need a basic understanding of patient care, infection control, and vital sign monitoring, often supported by enrollment in a nursing program or completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) course. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), patient lifting equipment, and standard medical documentation systems is typically required. Strong communication, compassion, and teamwork skills help you effectively support patients and collaborate with healthcare staff. These competencies are vital for providing safe, high-quality patient care while learning and supporting the broader healthcare team.

What is the difference between Student Nursing Assistant vs Certified Nursing Assistant?

AspectStudent Nursing AssistantCertified Nursing Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or current enrollment in nursing programCompleted state-approved CNA training and certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, nursing homes, under supervisionHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageEducational settings, clinical rotations, training programsHealthcare facilities providing direct patient care
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for training and entry-level rolesMore experienced, certified role for patient assistance

Student Nursing Assistants are typically students gaining practical experience under supervision, while Certified Nursing Assistants have completed certification and can work independently in patient care settings. Both roles are essential in healthcare, but the CNA role requires certification and offers more autonomy.

What kind of support and supervision can student nursing assistants expect while on the job?

Student Nursing Assistants typically work under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), who provide guidance and mentorship throughout their shifts. You'll receive on-the-job training and regular feedback to help you develop your clinical and interpersonal skills. Most healthcare facilities foster a team-oriented environment where student assistants are encouraged to ask questions and seek clarification when needed. This supportive structure helps you gain confidence in patient care tasks while ensuring patient safety and compliance with facility protocols.
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Infographic showing various Student Nursing Assistant job openings in Rochester, NY as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,005 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Nursing Assistant, PT/PD

The Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Mount Morris, NY • On-site

$23.17/hr

Other

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Nursing Assistant, PT/PD

Salary

$23.17 Hourly

Location

Murray Hill Campus (Mount Morris, New York)

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

202601220

Department

CNR/Nursing 0106

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

  • Description

  • Benefits

Description

RESIDENCY: Candidates must have been legal residents of the following jurisdiction(s):

  • New York State

This position exists in the County skilled nursing facilities and involves the performance of non-technical tasks involving the routine care of residents and providing such indirect or non-nursing services are not required to be performed by a Licensed Practical or Registered Professional Nurse. Work is subject to general supervision, except activities concerned with actual care of residents, which are performed under direct supervision by the registered nurse in charge. Does related work as required.

Examples of Duties

  • Aids in walking, feeding, bathing and related restorative and rehabilitative care activities for residents and aids in caring for their personal needs and comfort;

  • Aids residents with personal hygiene by shampooing and combing hair, cleaning and cutting nails, giving mouthwashes, cleaning teeth and dentures;

  • Takes temperature, respiration rate, pulse of residents under supervision of the registered nurse in charge;

  • Assists professional nursing personnel in carrying out assigned range of motion, promotion of self-help and independence activities and reality orientation;

  • Assists residents with meals including feeding residents when necessary;

  • Reports record of residents' food intake and output when ordered by the registered nurse in charge;

  • Makes beds and changes linen on a regular basis or as otherwise directed;

  • Gives residents lotion rubs and assess resident needs and general well being;

  • Supplies residents with soap, facial and toilet tissue, towels, washcloths, etc.;

  • Labels and stores residents' clothes and turns over valuables to person designated by the facility;

  • Fills residents' bedside water pitchers and collects used glasses to be sanitized;

  • Assists nursing staff in giving enemas, and applying simple hot packs;

  • Cleans and sterilizes equipment by washing and application of antiseptic solution;

  • May assist with moving of room furniture, fixtures and supplies to help keep residents safe and comfortable;

  • Collects and bags soiled linens and cleans bedpans;

  • Assists residents on outside field trips as requested.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge in the care of the elderly and/or infirm as provided in a skilled nursing facility; ability to understand and carry out routine non-technical, oral and written directions relative to care of residents; physical strength and mental alertness; willingness to learn, cooperate and carefully follow a prescribed routine; discretion; ability to get along well with others and to secure cooperation of residents' neatness; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Typical Qualifications

  1. Certified by the New York State Department of Health as a Residential Health Care Facilities Nurses Aide, or Certified Nurse Aide, or

  2. A student in a school of nursing approved by the Commissioner of Education who has successfully completed at least two full semesters and/or 90 contact hours of basic medical/surgical nursing and who shall complete the clinical and written nurse aide competency evaluation/or a graduate of nursing program, waiting results of licensing exam.

Supplemental Information

Ability to lift and support the body weight of a resident with the prescribed number of assisting devices.

Nursing Assistants – NC in the County Service

NOTE: Livingston County residency is not a requirement for this position. However, Livingston County residents will be given p reference in the hiring process.

Livingston County offers a robust benefits package for our employees.

This includes a variety of benefits that include - but are not limited to: paid time off, ability to participate in our deferred compensation program, participation in the NYS Retirement System, wellness offerings, and more.

For full details view the benefits guide here:

Livingston County Benefit Information (http://www.livingstoncounty.us/631/Benefit-Information)

Employer

Livingston County

Address

6 Court Street, Room 206Geneseo, New York, 14454

Phone

585-243-7570

Website

https://www.livingstoncounty.us/

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