In response to staffing demands from COVID-19, CNA rates spiked upwards in 2021, outpacing the 2020 increase of 4.76%. Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) also saw a sharp rate increase, going from a 3.12% increase in 2020 to a 6.75% increase in 2021. The highest hourly rate increase was seen in Non-Certified Nurse Aides, which increased 7.98% from the 2020 increase of 4.24%.

The national 50^th percentile for Non-Certified Nurse Aides was $12.60; the hourly rate for CNAs was $15.23; and the national 50^th percentile for CMTs was $16.47. Turnover for CNAs increased significantly to 51.38%, compared to the 2020 turnover rate of 39.38%. The national turnover rate for all employees was 38.68%, up from the 2020 rate of 35.36%.

This year marks the 44^th annual year of publication. 1,613 nursing homes participated in the study and provided compensation data on 147,900+ employees, covering 46 management and 53 nonmanagement positions. 40.05% of study participants were not-for-profit facilities, while 59.95% were for-profit facilities. The results are reported according to revenue size, profit type, region, state, and CBSA. The 2021-2022 Nursing Home Salary & Benefits Report includes 19 fringe benefits, shift differentials, and projected salary increases by department for 2021 to 2022. Data in the study are effective as of March 2021.

While the latest NH Report is available for $375, the price for LeadingAge members is $300.

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Visit the HCS website at www.hhcsinc.com or call (201) 405-0075.

Also be on the lookout for the upcoming 2021 CCRC study and the 2021 Nursing Home study which will open for participation in mid-February and March (respectively), aimed to be published later this Summer.