How much does a Nursing Care Technician make in Scranton, PA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nursing Care Technician in Scranton, PA is $35,493. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $29,554 to a high of $42,711, with most professionals earning between $32,384 and $39,271.

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$32,384 to $39,271
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What is a Nursing Care Technician?

A Nursing Care Technician, also known as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT), is responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and other medical staff. Their duties may include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, taking vital signs, monitoring patient conditions, and reporting any changes to the nursing staff. They may also help with medical procedures, transport patients, and maintain a clean and safe environment for patients. Nursing Care Technicians play a crucial role in providing compassionate and supportive care to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare settings.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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What is the average salary for Nursing Care Technician in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nursing Care Technician in Scranton, PA. The base salary for Nursing Care Technician ranges from $32,384 to $39,271 with the average base salary of $35,493. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $32,439 to $39,327 with the average total cash compensation of $35,539.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $35,493 $32,384 - $39,271
Bonus $46 $55 - $55
Total Pay $35,539 $32,439 - $39,327
* 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 Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Stroudsburg, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,118 - $42,586 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Binghamton, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,993 - $40,010 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Easton, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,445 - $41,770 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Bethlehem, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,500 - $41,837 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Allentown, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,500 - $41,837 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Williamsport, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,622 - $39,559 COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Patient Care Technician (PCT) LOCATION Scranton, PA MINIMUM SALARY $32,133 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,244
JOB TITLE Nursing Care Manager LOCATION Scranton, PA MINIMUM SALARY $66,670 MAXIMUM SALARY $82,371
JOB TITLE Nursing Care Assistant LOCATION Scranton, PA MINIMUM SALARY $31,047 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,233
JOB TITLE Nursing Care Coordinator LOCATION Scranton, PA MINIMUM SALARY $52,722 MAXIMUM SALARY $76,834
JOB TITLE Nursing Care Partner LOCATION Scranton, PA MINIMUM SALARY $37,525 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,420
JOB TITLE Nursing Technician LOCATION Scranton, PA MINIMUM SALARY $71,358 MAXIMUM SALARY $87,921
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About Scranton, Pennsylvania    Scranton is the sixth-largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the county seat and largest city of Lackawanna County in Northeastern Pe....More

Scranton, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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