Nursing Assistant Jobs in Iowa
Nursing assistant jobs in Iowa are consistently active, with steady demand concentrated in long-term care facilities, skilled nursing centers, hospital systems, and rural critical access hospitals that serve communities outside the larger metros. Most openings are in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, where employers like UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and University of Iowa Health Care maintain large and ongoing hiring needs. Memory care, post-acute rehabilitation, and geriatric support are the most in-demand specialties for nursing assistants across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Are you a CNA looking for a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement?
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for compassionate CNAs like you to care for our wonderful residents in our Christian, caring communities.
This position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
A few of the perks you’ll find at Perry Lutheran Homes will be competitive pay and an excellent benefits package! (For full-time employees)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- 50% off Acorns & Oaks on-site, Inter-Generational, Christian Academy (Daycare) Tuition
Benefits unique to Perry Lutheran Homes for ALL positions and employees!
- Recoginition Rewards Program
- On-site Bistro for staff (lunch & snacks)
- Employee Assistance Program
- StepUp Career Advancement Program to help you achieve your dreams
- Referral bonus program for referring team members and residents
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
- Team Member Appreciation Weeks
- Community Outreach Events - Project Deliver the LOVE
- Volunteer Opportunities - PLH Meals on Wheels
- Supportive, Christ-centered work environment
- Putting people before profits
- The best residents ever!
- And so much more!
Full-time:
- 2PM-10PM
Part-time:
- All Shifts: 4 hours, 8 hours, 12 hours, and more available.
Shift Differential Pay: 5% more for 2pm-10pm, 10% more for 10pm-6am
CNA & CMA Job Responsibilities:
- Provide resident-centered care focusing on engagement and life enrichment
- Assist residents with daily living activities focusing on safety and compassion
- Become a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrate interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Use critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
CNA & CMA Requirements:
- Applicants must be certified or currently in the process of becoming certified
- Competencies in person-directed and elder-directed caregiving
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Garden’s Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply on our website: www.perrylutheranhomes.org/careers/
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $29.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- CNA: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CNA in the State of Iowa (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Perry, IA 50220 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Are you a CNA looking for a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement?
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for compassionate CNAs like you to care for our wonderful residents in our Christian, caring communities.
This position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
A few of the perks you’ll find at Perry Lutheran Homes will be competitive pay and an excellent benefits package! (For full-time employees)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- 50% off Acorns & Oaks on-site, Inter-Generational, Christian Academy (Daycare) Tuition
Benefits unique to Perry Lutheran Homes for ALL positions and employees!
- Recoginition Rewards Program
- On-site Bistro for staff (lunch & snacks)
- Employee Assistance Program
- StepUp Career Advancement Program to help you achieve your dreams
- Referral bonus program for referring team members and residents
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
- Team Member Appreciation Weeks
- Community Outreach Events - Project Deliver the LOVE
- Volunteer Opportunities - PLH Meals on Wheels
- Supportive, Christ-centered work environment
- Putting people before profits
- The best residents ever!
- And so much more!
Full-time:
- 2PM-10PM
Part-time:
- All Shifts: 4 hours, 8 hours, 12 hours, and more available.
Shift Differential Pay: 5% more for 2pm-10pm, 10% more for 10pm-6am
CNA & CMA Job Responsibilities:
- Provide resident-centered care focusing on engagement and life enrichment
- Assist residents with daily living activities focusing on safety and compassion
- Become a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrate interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Use critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
CNA & CMA Requirements:
- Applicants must be certified or currently in the process of becoming certified
- Competencies in person-directed and elder-directed caregiving
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Garden’s Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply on our website: www.perrylutheranhomes.org/careers/
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $29.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- CNA: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CNA in the State of Iowa (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Perry, IA 50220 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in nursing assistant jobs across Iowa.
- Active Iowa Certified Nurse Aide registration through the Iowa Nurse Aide Registry
- Completion of a state-approved CNA training program of at least seventy-five hours
- Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited provider
- Ability to pass a criminal background check required by Iowa long-term care regulations
- Experience with electronic health records systems used in Iowa clinical settings
- Strong communication skills and ability to work rotating or weekend shifts
Nursing Assistant Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nursing assistant in Iowa?
To become a nursing assistant in Iowa, you must complete a state-approved nurse aide training program and pass both a written and skills competency exam administered through the Iowa Nurse Aide Registry, which is overseen by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing. Approved programs are offered at community colleges, some high schools, and long-term care facilities. After passing the exam, you are listed on the Iowa Nurse Aide Registry and eligible to work in certified facilities.
Which companies hire nursing assistants in Iowa?
Employers hiring nursing assistants in Iowa right now include Good Samaritan, Accura HealthCare, and Moments Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's large integrated health systems and its extensive network of rural critical access hospitals create consistent year-round openings at facilities of all sizes.
Which Iowa cities have the most nursing assistant jobs?
Iowa City, Davenport, and Saint Ansgar have the most nursing assistant openings in Iowa. Des Moines anchors the market as the state capital and home to major health systems like UnityPoint Health and MercyOne, while Cedar Rapids and Davenport draw significant volume from their own regional hospital networks and the dense concentration of skilled nursing and long-term care facilities serving eastern Iowa.
Are there remote nursing assistant jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. Nursing assistant work is hands-on by nature and almost always requires physical presence with patients. About 0% of nursing assistant openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions tend to involve roles with an administrative or care coordination component rather than direct bedside duties.
How can I get hired as a nursing assistant in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a short state-approved CNA training program, many of which are offered free or low-cost through Iowa nursing homes that hire trainees directly upon certification. Large Iowa employers including UnityPoint Health and MercyOne regularly hire new CNAs for entry-level floor roles in long-term care and med-surg units. Candidates coming from home health aide, patient care technician, or caregiver roles have a natural advantage, and holding an active Iowa Nurse Aide Registry listing before applying puts you ahead of candidates still in training.
Where can I find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Iowa employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your situation.
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