How much does a Licensed Nurse Assistant make in Nashville, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Licensed Nurse Assistant in Nashville, TN is $35,693. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $32,568 to $39,490, with most professionals earning between $29,722 and $42,947.

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What is a Licensed Nurse Assistant?

A Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) provides basic nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Their duties may include assisting patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding, taking vital signs, and reporting any changes in a patient's condition to the nursing staff. LNAs also help with patient mobility, turning and repositioning patients, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. They may also perform tasks such as changing bed linens, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas, and stocking supplies. LNAs must have a compassionate and caring demeanor, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and their families.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Licensed Nurse Assistant in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Licensed Nurse Assistant in Nashville, TN. The base salary for Licensed Nurse Assistant ranges from $32,568 to $39,490 with the average base salary of $35,693. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $32,620 to $39,549 with the average total cash compensation of $35,740.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $35,693 $32,568 - $39,490
Bonus $46 $53 - $59
Total Pay $35,740 $32,620 - $39,549
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Hendersonville, TN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,520 - $39,432 COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Franklin, TN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,454 - $39,353 COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Murfreesboro, TN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,327 - $39,199 COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Clarksville, TN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,983 - $37,568 COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Bowling Green, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $31,223 - $37,859 COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Hopkinsville, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,876 - $37,439 COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant LOCATION Nashville, TN MINIMUM SALARY $51,707 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,083
JOB TITLE Licensed Practical Nurse-Medical Assistant LOCATION Nashville, TN MINIMUM SALARY $51,707 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,083
JOB TITLE Licensed Nurse LOCATION Nashville, TN MINIMUM SALARY $71,784 MAXIMUM SALARY $88,442
JOB TITLE Licensed Practical Nurse LOCATION Nashville, TN MINIMUM SALARY $49,085 MAXIMUM SALARY $59,885
JOB TITLE Licensed Vocational Nurse LOCATION Nashville, TN MINIMUM SALARY $47,368 MAXIMUM SALARY $57,789
JOB TITLE Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) LOCATION Nashville, TN MINIMUM SALARY $49,100 MAXIMUM SALARY $59,900
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