CNA Jobs in Shawnee, 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 Nights - Good Samaritan - Long Term Care

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 25 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 25 days ago

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

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

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 16 days ago

Join Our Team as a CNA Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it important to you that your patients and their families know and feel that you are with them?...

Certified Nurse Assistant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Join Our Team as a CNA Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it important to you that your patients and their families know and feel that you are with them?...

CNA - Certified Nurse Aide - PT -NIGHTS

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day 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/PCA/HHA/Caregiver

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

living [ADL's] Light housekeeping Bathing Dressing Grooming Toileting Nail care Range of motion / exercises Transfers /use of mechanical lifting devices Oral feeding Vital sign checks: temperature,...

Certified Medication Aide CMA FT or PT Day or Eve Avamere Clackamas - CERTI026448

  • Gladstone, MO (14 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gladstone, MO (14 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Avamere Rehab of Clackamas 220 E Hereford St, Gladstone, OR 97027 Day or Evening Shift Weekend Doubles Can work more as a CNA....

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

  • Liberty, MO (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, MO (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Certified Medication Aide /Techresponsible for administering daily medicationto residents in accordance with accepted standardsof practice, state and federal regulations and licensing...

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

  • Liberty, MO (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, MO (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Certified nursing assistant (CNA) responsible for delivering and assisting resident with daily needs, including personal care needs, preparation for activity and social programs, and routine activities...

CNA Restorative

  • Independence, MO (16 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Independence, MO (16 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

No restorative experience necessary, (CNA Certification Required) Assist in the restorative care of patients as directed....

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT - Full Time

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Qualifications : The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) must have completed an approved training program and passed competency examinations in clinical skills and written knowledge in accordance...

Nursing Assistant CNA FT Nights Med Surg South Overland Park

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Make sure expectations are clear The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: Minimum qualifications : High School Diploma or Equivalent BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association CNA...

Nursing Assistant CNA Full Time Nights Progressive Care

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 2 days ago

Make sure expectations are clear The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: Minimum qualifications : High School Diploma or Equivalent BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association CNA...

Patient Care Technician (PCT)- UH Truman Medical Center Telemetry 4 Green (2 days/wk, 7a-7p)

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for...

Patient Care Technician (PCT)- UH Lakewood Medical Center Float Pool (2 days/wk, 7p-7a)

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Shawnee, KS

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee, KS
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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