Healthcare

Nursing Assistant

Provides basic bedside care and assists registered nurses in a medical ward.

ScienceNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹2.0L – ₹5.0L/year (estimate)
Market demand
growing
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
12th
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Nursing Assistant

1
Step 1
12th → Training/Diploma → Nursing Assistant

Skills you'll need

patient care
Core skill
anatomy
Core skill
medical terminology
Core skill
empathy
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹2.0L – ₹5.0L/year (estimate)
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Nursing Assistant actually do?

Provides basic bedside care and assists registered nurses in a medical ward.