CNA Jobs in Topeka, 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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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): CNAs make personal connections with residents, ensures high quality comfort and care for residents, are courteous and friendly co-workers, and follow procedures as...

Medication Tech (CMT or QMA)

  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago

At Priority Life Care (PLC), we believe everyone deserves dignity, compassion, and respect, including our coworkers. If you are looking to serve and make a positive difference in someone's life -...

Patient Care Technician - Emergency Room - FT - Day

  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago

(Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Active certification to practice in Kansas as either an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is required as a substitute...

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance...

Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg

  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago

in performance improvement initiatives to maintain high standards of personal and departmental performance Qualifications Job Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent Completion of approved CNA...

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...

Patient Care Tech / PCT Rehab

  • Topeka, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 7 days ago

Completion of approved CNA or PCT certification program, or senior nursing student with less than one semester left in the nursing program....

Student Nurse Tech / SNT - Winter 2025 (All Units)

  • Topeka, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 7 days ago

Overview Now Hiring for Winter 2025/2026 Student Nurse Technicians (SNT) PRN student position, day & night shift available Please apply to this position for all units at UKHS St. Francis! Unit...

Patient Care Technician / PCT Clinical Decision Unit

  • Topeka, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 8 days ago

Completion of approved CNA or PCT certification program, or senior nursing student with less than one semester left in the nursing program....

Asistente de enfermeria certificado (CNA) con contrato a corto plazo Apoyo para la deteccion de demencia Kelly Science & Clinical esta buscando asistentes de enfermeria certificados (CNA) o asistentes...

Topeka CNA Full-Time 3p-11p Long Term Care

  • Topeka, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 11 days ago

Topeka CNA Full-Time 3p-11p Long Term Care Location: Topeka, KS Job Id: 546 # of Openings: 1 Come join our Family Owned and Operated Five Star Community!...

Short Term Contract CNA-Dementia Screening

  • Topeka, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 15 days ago

Short Term Contract Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Dementia Screening Support Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking reliable and professional Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Certified Medical...

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and/or TRAINING: Must hold a current Certified Medication Aide certificate in accordance with laws of the state....

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant, Caregiver

  • Topeka, KS (8 miles from Topeka, KS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (8 miles from Topeka, KS)
  • 17 days ago

CNA Caregiver Topeka Job Description: Are you a natural-born caregiver? Do you have a heart for serving others? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!...

Paid Training - Nursing Assistant Student - Long Term Care

  • Topeka, KS
  • 19 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 19 days ago

We will pay for your course, train you, help you get certified, and provide you with your first job as a CNA. Apply now for an opportunity to join our September cohort....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Topeka, KS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CNAs in Topeka, KS offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
High School or GED
21.7%
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 Topeka, KS
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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