Certified Nursing Assistant Advanced - All Locations and Shifts SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE - Fort Myers, FL
- Sign-on bonus up to $3,000
- Shift differential $2.00/hr
- 12-hour shifts
- BLS
- CNA certification
How this pay compares
This posting states $20.50–$24.09 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $18 an hour, the middle half $17–$19.50, across 586 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $18.03 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Florida CNA registry, from the Florida Board of Nursing (Florida Department of Health).
- Training: at least 120 hours, 40 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Two-part Prometric CNA exam (written test and skills demonstration of five randomly selected skills).
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About the job
All Locations: Gulf Coast Medical Center, HealthPark Medical Center , Lee Memorial Hospital , Cape Coral Hospital, Skilled Nursing Facilities
Department: due to availability
Work Type: Full Time / Part Time / PRN
Shift: 1 or 3 /7:00:00 to 7:30:00
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $20.50 - $24.09 / hour
Shift Differential : +1.50- $2.00 / hour
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Multiple Openings
Lee Health | Inpatient & Outpatient Opportunities
Earn Up to $3,000 in Hiring Incentives!
- Up to $2,000 Hiring Bonus requires one year or more recent experience
- Additional $1,000 Night Shift Incentive
Lee Health is seeking compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our inpatient and outpatient teams across multiple hospital locations in Southwest Florida. Opportunities are available on both day and night shifts .
Schedule Options
Full-Time
- Three 12-hour shifts per week
- 72 hours per pay period
- $1,000 sign-on
- $2,000 experience (greater than one year)
Part-Time
- Two 12-hour shifts per week
- Sign-on Bonus $500 for day shift
- 1,000 for night shift
Typical Shifts
- Days: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM
- Nights: 7:00 PM 7:30 AM
Scheduling Requirements
- Every other weekend
- Every other holiday
Position Summary
Under the guidance and direction of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and supports the implementation of individualized plans of care. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, promoting comfort and safety, monitoring basic needs, and responding appropriately in emergency situations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with personal care and activities of daily living
- Support patient comfort, safety, and well-being
- Assist with nutrition, hydration, and elimination needs
- Observe and report changes in patient condition
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care
- Transport and access non-controlled medications as directed
- Maintain accurate documentation and communication with the healthcare team
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Completion of a State-Approved CNA Program required
- Minimum 120 hours of academic and clinical training required
- 165 hours preferred for acute care settings
Experience
- Previous CNA experience preferred
- New graduate CNAs with clinical training are encouraged to apply
Certifications
- American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire. Will accept American Red Cross BLS certifications.
- Certification must be current for a minimum of 90 days following hire
Licensure
- Current Florida CNA Certification required
- Candidates certified in another state must obtain Florida certification through reciprocity
Additional Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Excellent customer service skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Additional Information
- PRN and specialized positions may be posted separately.
- For best consideration, please upload a current resume with your application.
Apply today and join Lee Health's mission of providing exceptional care to our Southwest Florida communities.
Hiring incentive eligibility requirements may apply.
From Lee Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Lee Health
Lee Health is a health system in Southwest Florida, with hospitals and care sites around Fort Myers and Cape Coral.
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