Nursing Assistant Jobs in Florida

Nursing assistant jobs in Florida are among the most active in the country, concentrated in long-term care facilities, hospital systems, and memory care and rehabilitation centers across a state with one of the largest senior populations in the U.S. The heaviest hiring is in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where established employers like HCA Florida Healthcare, AdventHealth, and Baptist Health operate extensive networks of hospitals and post-acute facilities. The most consistent openings are in geriatric care, post-surgical recovery, and dementia and memory care units. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles206+
Top employerBaptist Health
Top cityJacksonville, FL
Cities hiring92
Work type95% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Terrace of Jacksonville
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Terrace of Jacksonville
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Terrace of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$18 - $20/hr

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Lee Health
PRN Certified Nursing Assistant Advanced-UB
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PRN Certified Nursing Assistant Advanced-UB
Lee Health
Fort Myers, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Allegro Living
ADON / Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN) - Assisted Living
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ADON / Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN) - Assisted Living
Allegro Living
Winter Park, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$27 - $28/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Orlando Health
Nursing Assistant - Mother Baby Unit at Lake Mary Hospital
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Orlando Health
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Nursing Assistant - Mother Baby Unit at Lake Mary Hospital
Orlando Health
Lake Mary, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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Nursing Assistant Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jacksonville
37 jobs
Miami
11 jobs
Saint Petersburg
8 jobs
Sarasota
7 jobs
Tampa
6 jobs
Bradenton
6 jobs
West Palm Beach
6 jobs
Clearwater
4 jobs
Clermont
3 jobs

Nursing Assistant Job Market in Florida

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

Who's Hiring

  • Baptist Health
    Baptist Health15
  • Caregiver Services
    Caregiver Services12
  • Cornerstone Caregiving
    Cornerstone Caregiving12
  • Right At Home
    Right At Home9
  • Orlando Health
    Orlando Health9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Florida Employers Look For

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

  • Active Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential from the Florida AHCA registry
  • Completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training program of at least seventy-five hours
  • Passing score on the Florida CNA competency exam covering skills and written knowledge
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening required by Florida law for healthcare workers
  • Physical stamina for lifting, repositioning, and assisting patients throughout extended shifts

Nursing Assistant Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing assistant in Florida?

You must complete a Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)-approved nursing assistant training program and pass the Florida CNA competency examination, which includes a written portion and a hands-on skills evaluation. After passing, you register on the Florida Nurse Aide Registry maintained by AHCA before you can work in a licensed healthcare facility. Community colleges, vocational schools, and some long-term care facilities across the state offer approved programs.

Which companies hire nursing assistants in Florida?

Companies currently hiring nursing assistants in Florida include Baptist Health, Caregiver Services, and Cornerstone Caregiving, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large concentration of skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and hospital-affiliated rehabilitation centers means demand is steady across the state year-round.

Which Florida cities have the most nursing assistant jobs?

The cities with the most nursing assistant openings in Florida are Jacksonville, Miami, and Saint Petersburg. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor the largest volumes because each metro hosts major health system campuses and dense clusters of long-term care and rehabilitation facilities serving Florida's sizable retiree population, while secondary markets like Jacksonville carry consistent demand tied to large regional hospital networks.

Are there remote nursing assistant jobs in Florida?

Yes, but they're rare. Nursing assistant work is almost entirely hands-on and requires direct patient contact, so most roles are on-site by nature. About 5% of nursing assistant openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those exceptions are typically administrative or supervisory positions that carry a nursing assistant credential requirement rather than direct bedside roles.

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

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a short AHCA-approved training program, many of which are offered free or at low cost by Florida nursing homes that then hire graduates directly. Large Florida employers like HCA Florida Healthcare and AdventHealth run new-hire orientations and skills labs designed for candidates without prior clinical experience. Candidates coming from roles like home health aide or patient care technician also move into nursing assistant positions regularly, since the hands-on patient care experience transfers well and the Florida CNA exam is achievable without a nursing degree.

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

You can find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your credentials and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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