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Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Average Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) with Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Skills Hourly Pay in South Africa

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R48.25
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 44.91
MEDIAN
ZAR 48.25
75%
ZAR 54.95

The average hourly pay for a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is R48.25 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R45 - R55
Bonus
R0 - R8k
Total Pay
R99k - R134k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jan 25 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Medical
50%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)s

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)s

What is the highest pay for Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is ZARNaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is ZARNaN / hour

How can Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) that oversees more junior Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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