CNA Jobs in Lawrence, KS

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a vital role in the nursing industry as they provide basic care to patients and assist nurses with medical procedures. CNA's tasks include taking patient's vital signs, helping with daily activities such as eating, bathing and walking, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. Additionally, they assist with procedures like wound care and specimen collection. The role is essential to ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare facilities and enhancing patient satisfaction and care.

To become a CNA, an individual must have a high school diploma or GED, complete a state-approved education program, and pass a competency exam. Essential skills for a CNA include strong interpersonal and communication skills, physical stamina, empathy, and attention to detail. Prior to becoming a CNA, an individual may have had roles such as a Home Health Aide, Personal Care Assistant, or Medical Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience and exposure to the healthcare environment and patient care, offering a solid foundation for a career as a CNA.

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CNA - FT Evenings - Good Samaritan Society - Long Term Care

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 13 days ago

CNA training and certification required and provided by facility....

CNA - PT Evenings - Good Samaritan Society - Long Term Care

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 11 days ago

CNA training and certification required and provided by facility....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Free Health Insurance

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • moments ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • moments ago

Our CNAs are ESSENTIAL to the well-being of some of our most vulnerable citizens. BrightStar Care CNAs get to focus on their patients in a one-on-one environment....

CNA/HHA

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 hours ago

Employment Status: Full-time: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm Location: Lawrence Pay Rate: CNA - $16.78+/hour | HHA - $18.15+/hour (pay is based on requirements and like experience) Sign on for CNAs is $1,000...

CNA - Certified Nurse Aide - PT - EVENINGS - Premium Pay Plan - R29461

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 days ago

A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with the resident's assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by the...

CNA/HHA - Evenings

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 days ago

Employment Status: Full-time: Monday - Friday evening hours Location: Lawrence Pay Rate: CNA - $16.78+/hour | HHA - $18.15+/hour (pay is based on requirements and like experience) Sign on for CNAs is...

SNF - Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Certified Medication Aide assists in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor...

CNA Memory Care Aide $18.50-22 3p-11p Tues-Sat (Full Time)

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Keywords : caregiver, hiring immediately, assisted living, home health aide, nursing home, cna, certified nursing assistant, care partner, aide, wellness, STNA A, medications, L1MA, Level 1 Med Aide...

CNA - Certified Nurse Aide - FT - Evenings 2pm to 10:30pm - R29502

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago

A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with the resident's assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by the...

AL - Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

  • Eudora, KS (12 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eudora, KS (12 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 6 days ago

We are currently looking for Certified Medication Aides (CMA) to add to our team! We pride ourselves in the good, personal service which we provide our residents and enjoy doing so as a team!...

SW KC Mkt Patient Care Tech

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 7 days ago

SW KC Mkt Patient Care TechOlathe Medical Center Main Hospital 20333 W. 151st St. Position Summary / Career Interest: Under the direct supervision of a Nurse, the Patient Care Tech (Inpatient) is...

CNA / Certified Nurse Aide

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 7 days ago

Your Role as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) We are looking for a dedicated Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to join our team and provide high-quality care for our residents....

Paraprofessional-CNA (District-Wide) Lansing USD 469

  • Lansing, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lansing, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Paraprofessional-CNA (District-Wide) Lansing USD 469 Lansing USD 469 www.usd469.net Lansing USD 469 is accepting applications for a District-Wide Paraprofessional-CNA for the 2025-26 school year....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - PRN

  • Lansing, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lansing, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Job Requirements: Must have a valid CNA certification that is in good standing with the State. Must have basic computer skills....

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Full-Time - 2nd Shift

  • Leavenworth, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Leavenworth, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Full-Time - 2nd Shift Homestead of Leavenworth Leavenworth, KS We are currently looking for Certified Medication Aides (CMA) to add to our team!...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Lawrence, KS

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Lawrence, KS offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
High School or GED
21.8%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
7.0%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CNAs in Lawrence, KS
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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