Nursing Assistant Jobs in Alabama

Nursing assistant jobs in Alabama are consistently active, with steady demand across hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers throughout the state. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where large employers like UAB Health System, Ascension St. Vincent's, and Encompass Health maintain ongoing openings at entry through senior levels. The most in-demand specialties include memory care, post-acute rehabilitation, and geriatric long-term care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top employerBaptist Health
Top cityNorthport, AL
Cities hiring36
Work type67% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Assistant Director of Nursing RN
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Veteran Village State Veterans Nursing Home
Alexander City, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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Nursing Assistant I Ortho/Surgical PRN Nights
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Nursing Assistant I Ortho/Surgical PRN Nights
Baptist Health
Homewood, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
High school diploma or GED

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Nursing Assistant I Ortho/Surgical FT Days
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Nursing Assistant I Ortho/Surgical FT Days
Baptist Health
Homewood, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
High school diploma or GED

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Nursing Assistant II Rehab FT Days
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Nursing Assistant II Rehab FT Days
Baptist Health
Homewood, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
EMT Certification

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Nursing Assistant I Ortho/Surgical FT Nights
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Baptist Health
Homewood, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
High school diploma or GED

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Nursing Assistant Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Northport
6 jobs
Birmingham
6 jobs
Homewood
5 jobs
Gadsden
4 jobs
Daphne
3 jobs
Jasper
3 jobs
Bessemer
3 jobs
Mobile
2 jobs
Enterprise
2 jobs

Nursing Assistant Job Market in Alabama

A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Baptist Health8 open roles
Diversicare Healthcare Services5 open roles
AltaPointe Health4 open roles

What Alabama Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing assistant jobs across Alabama.

  • Active Alabama Nurse Aide Registry listing in good standing required
  • Completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training and competency evaluation program
  • Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check per Alabama Department of Public Health rules
  • Reliable attendance and physical ability to lift and transfer residents or patients
  • Basic documentation skills for recording patient vitals and daily care activities

Nursing Assistant Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing assistant in Alabama?

To become a nursing assistant in Alabama, you must complete a state-approved nursing assistant training program and pass both a written and skills competency evaluation administered through the Alabama Department of Public Health. Once you pass, you are listed on the Alabama Nurse Aide Registry, which employers verify before hiring. Community colleges and many long-term care facilities across the state offer approved training programs, and some employers sponsor training for candidates who commit to staying on after certification.

Which companies hire nursing assistants in Alabama?

Employers hiring nursing assistants in Alabama right now include Baptist Health, Diversicare Healthcare Services, and AltaPointe Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Alabama's concentration of long-term care chains, regional hospital systems, and rehabilitation networks means consistent openings exist across both metropolitan and rural areas of the state.

Which Alabama cities have the most nursing assistant jobs?

The cities with the most nursing assistant openings in Alabama are Northport, Birmingham, and Homewood. Birmingham drives the largest share of listings as the home of UAB Health System and a dense cluster of long-term care and rehabilitation facilities, while Huntsville's rapid population growth and Mobile's established hospital and post-acute care sector generate strong ongoing demand in those markets.

Are there remote nursing assistant jobs in Alabama?

Yes, but they're rare. Nursing assistant work is fundamentally hands-on and requires physical presence with patients or residents, so remote roles are not typical for this field. About 33% of nursing assistant openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve care coordination or administrative support functions rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a nursing assistant in Alabama with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a state-approved training program, many of which are offered free or subsidized by Alabama long-term care facilities in exchange for a post-training work commitment. Large employers like Encompass Health and facilities affiliated with the Alabama Nursing Home Association regularly hire candidates who are newly certified and have no prior clinical experience. Lateral moves from home health aide or personal care attendant roles are also common and recognized by most Alabama employers as equivalent foundational experience. Having an active Alabama Nurse Aide Registry listing, even without work history, puts you ahead of uncertified candidates.

Where can I find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Alabama?

You can find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your certification level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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