Nursing Assistant Jobs in Ohio

Nursing assistant jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers across the state. Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati anchor the largest hiring volumes, where employers like Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and Kettering Health maintain ongoing openings at every experience level from entry-level to senior certified roles. The most in-demand specialties are memory care, post-acute rehabilitation, and long-term care, reflecting Ohio's large aging population. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles143+
Top employerOtterbein SeniorLife
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring81
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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CNA Certified Nursing Assistant, Up to $23
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CNA Certified Nursing Assistant, Up to $23
CommuniCare Health Services
Springfield, Ohio
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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State Tested Nursing Assistant
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State Tested Nursing Assistant
Parkside Nursing and Rehabilitation
Fairfield, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$19 - $21.5/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Nursing Department Assistant geriatric psych
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Nursing Department Assistant geriatric psych
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPI Certification
10,000+

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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) RN
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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) RN
Continuing Healthcare of Niles
Niles, Ohio
Content & Communications
Creative & Design
Marketing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Longmeadow
Ravenna, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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Nursing Assistant Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
14 jobs
Cleveland
10 jobs
Columbus
9 jobs
Dayton
5 jobs
Akron
3 jobs
Warren
3 jobs
Lebanon
3 jobs
Springfield
3 jobs
Mason
2 jobs

Nursing Assistant Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Otterbein SeniorLife7 open roles
Cleveland Clinic5 open roles
Progressive Quality Care4 open roles

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Active Ohio Nurse Aide Registry listing as a state-tested nursing assistant (STNA)
  • Completed a state-approved nursing assistant training program of at least seventy-five hours
  • Passed the Ohio STNA competency evaluation, including written and clinical skills components
  • Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited organization
  • Ability to lift and physically assist residents or patients according to facility protocols
  • Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening as required by Ohio law

Nursing Assistant Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing assistant in Ohio?

To become a nursing assistant in Ohio, you must complete a state-approved training program and pass the State-Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) competency evaluation, which includes a written exam and a hands-on clinical skills test. After passing, you are listed on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry, maintained by the Ohio Department of Health, which employers verify before hiring. Community colleges and many long-term care facilities across Ohio offer approved training programs.

Which companies hire nursing assistants in Ohio?

Ohio nursing assistant roles are posted by Otterbein SeniorLife, Cleveland Clinic, and Progressive Quality Care and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems, regional hospital networks, and long-term care chains consistently account for a significant share of openings, particularly in the Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati metro areas.

Which Ohio cities have the most nursing assistant jobs?

Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus lead Ohio in nursing assistant openings. Cleveland's concentration of major hospital systems and rehabilitation campuses drives the high volume there, while Columbus benefits from rapid population growth and a growing network of outpatient and long-term care facilities, and Cincinnati's large regional health systems anchor consistent hiring in the southwestern corner of the state.

Are there remote nursing assistant jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Nursing assistant work is inherently hands-on, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence with patients or residents. About 0% of nursing assistant openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles tend to involve care coordination, telephonic patient support, or administrative functions rather than direct patient care.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing an Ohio-approved STNA training program, many of which are offered free or at low cost by long-term care facilities that hire graduates directly upon completion. Systems like OhioHealth and ProMedica sponsor in-house training programs for candidates without prior clinical experience. Starting as a home health aide or patient care technician at a hospital or assisted living facility is also a practical bridge, and holding an active STNA listing on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry gives any candidate a clear hiring advantage.

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

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

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