Find Top Nursing Assistants Near Me in Lawrence, KS

Compare 23 nursing assistants in Lawrence offering in-home senior care, daily support, and personal care services. Compare rates and reviews to find the best fit.

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Sheridan K.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I've always enjoyed taking care of people especially elderly. I have a soft spot for them. You can count on me to be kind, caring and responsible. I will always treat others the way I'd want my grandparents to be treated. I am fully vaccinated against covid and can show my card if needed. Please let me know If you have any...

Dee M. says "Sheridan is so sensitive to our needs, which are many with all three of us being senior citizens, two spending most of their waking hours in wheelchairs....

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Experienced With Elderly Care, Child Care And Companionship.

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, dependable, and energetic healthcare professional who truly enjoys caring for older adults. I believe in treating every person with kindness, dignity, respect, and patience while providing not only quality care but also meaningful companionship. I have a Nursing degree from Ukraine, a Master of Science in...

Care Member says "Elena was helping me with my newborn from week 2 to month 2, and then occasionally babysat to let us do shopping, have dates, go to performances, and it...

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Shelley J.'s Photo

Professional Care Provider

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
visiting nurse
personal care
dementia
hospice services
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true calling. With 10 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I provide compassionate, reliable care that families can trust. I hold CPR Training and First Aid certifications, ensuring your loved ones are always in safe...

Kathryn N. says "Shelley has taken wonderful care of my grandmother. She was the first caregiver we hired for her. Shelley is sweet, easygoing, and develops a...

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Victoria K.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
My journey into caregiving is rooted in a deep passion for supporting the independence and well-being of seniors. With 10 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid, I offer professional, detail-oriented support tailored to your loved one's needs. I hold current CPR Training and First Aid...
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Chesney D.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. My journey as a Certified Nursing Assistant has shown me the profound impact of compassionate, reliable care. I am a detail-oriented professional who excels at creating a comfortable environment where your loved ones feel truly at home. Whether I am...
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Chantel C.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Chantel and I was born and raised in Kansas to hard working, thoughtful folks. I'm a Registered Nurse with a wonderfully eclectic background spanning home care, senior care, childcare, professional cleaning, organizing, pet care, and hospitality. I've owned and operated an Airbnb, a home and wellness business,...
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Barbara H.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been in healthcare for a long time I've worked in the doctor's office as a Medical Technician I've worked doing traveling nursing and I do CMA and CNA work I love working with seniors. There's a lot of history in there that I love to hear that they can share with me, I'd rather hear their stories than read books, I've...
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Ella M.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
Providing compassionate support to seniors is my true calling. With three years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I focus on creating a comfortable environment where your loved ones feel safe and valued. My background includes CPR Training, and I am adept at de-escalating stressful situations and redirecting...
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Angela E.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
Helping vulnerable people live safely and with dignity is work I take seriously. With four years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring patience, consistency, and a protective approach to every person I serve - whether they are seniors, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or others who need...
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Brylee N.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Personal care
mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Providing dedicated support to seniors is my true calling, fueled by the meaningful connections I have built over the past two years. I am currently a CNA in Minnesota and have worked in a nursing home setting. I am a patient, calm, and compassionate caregiver who strives to create a comfortable, safe environment for every...
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Carmen A.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Carmen, and I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with experience providing compassionate care to older adults, including individuals with dementia and memory-related conditions. I have experience assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, meals, mobility, transfers, and...
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Kathryn F.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
home modification
companionship
+ 1 more
Compassionate and reliable caregiver with hands-on experience providing quality care to seniors in home health, hospice, and long-term care settings. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Medical Assistant, dedicated to supporting clients with dignity, patience, and respect while helping them maintain as much independence...
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Retired Nurse/Animal Lover

Lawrence, KS

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I retired after 26+yrs as an RN. I love animals as much and maybe at times more than humans. I share life with a Great Dane, German Shepard, 2 yorkies, a Maine Coon cat and a Russian Blue cat. I'd love to help if you need it.
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Stacee B.'s Photo

Perry, KS

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
I started caring for seniors years ago as a companion volunteer at nursing homes for patients with dementia and Alzheimers. I also did "shopping for seniors" assistance. In the last 2 years, I have been assisting in caring for my disabled Mother-in-law who also has dementia. In my spare time, I like to quilt, crochet, garden...
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Tamara S.'s Photo

Leavenworth, KS

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I absolutely adore the elderly. I have 12 years experience assisting the elderly with their needs in all Activities of Daily Living. I'm a great cook and detailed oriented housekeeper. I have worked in Hospice, adult daycare as well as a nursing facility. Home care is my calling. I enjoy providing companionship in addition to...

Care Member says "Tamara was so amazing with my parents !!! She truly cared about them and treated them as they were her own parents. She still stays in contact with us...

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Tawny A.'s Photo

Bonner Springs, KS

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Home modification
light cleaning
errands
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with one year of experience, I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those I serve. My approach is defined by a compassionate, detail-oriented nature and a friendly demeanor that helps me earn the trust...
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Pamela K.'s Photo

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
Hi I have been a licensed practical nurse for 30+ years. I have been a firefighter EMT and worked last 14 years as a nurse on Fort Leavenworth. I enjoy working with the elderly and very compassionate, caring, supportive and an honest person. I am CPR trained and looking for 2-3 days a week.
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Tracey S.'s Photo

Basehor, KS

2.0(0)
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$8/hr
Meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have had 20 plus years caring for people. I did hair in a nursing facility and CNA work. One of my most rewarding jobs was doing their hair and watching them get excited about how it looked. Taken care of as well as keeping company. I'm a caring, loving and reliable person.
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Makayla C.'s Photo

Oskaloosa, KS

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
Providing compassionate support to seniors and helping them maintain their independence is my true passion. With two years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I focus on creating a calm, empathetic environment for those I serve. My background in graduate studies has further sharpened my ability to approach care with...
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Lordina B.'s Photo

Lenexa, KS

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lordina, and I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Missouri. I have experience providing compassionate, reliable care to seniors in both home care and clinical settings. I assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming), meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship,...
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  • 24 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nursing assistants is 5.0

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local families in Lawrence, KS

Nursing Assistants in Lawrence, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 23 listed nursing assistants

Sheridan K.

Sheridan is so sensitive to our needs, which are many with all three of us being senior citizens, two spending most of their waking hours in...

- Dee M.

Elena S.

Elena was helping me with my newborn from week 2 to month 2, and then occasionally babysat to let us do shopping, have dates, go to...

- Care member

Shelley J.

Shelley has taken wonderful care of my grandmother. She was the first caregiver we hired for her. Shelley is sweet, easygoing, and develops...

- Kathryn N.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Lawrence, KS

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Lawrence, KS as of September 2026 is $20.42 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the level of care needed, such as basic companionship versus hands-on personal care. Pricing may also be influenced by experience, certifications, shift length, and whether care is part-time, full-time, or overnight.
Nursing assistants in Lawrence, KS typically help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Many also provide companionship and monitor overall well-being. Some may have additional training to support seniors with chronic conditions, mobility limitations, or post-hospital recovery needs.
In Lawrence, KS, a nursing assistant—often referred to as a CNA—typically has formal training and may be certified to provide more hands-on care, including basic health monitoring and support with medical-related needs. A general caregiver may focus more on companionship, light housekeeping, and daily assistance. The right choice depends on the level of care your loved one requires.
To find a qualified nursing assistant in Lawrence, KS, families often compare providers based on experience, certifications, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to verify credentials, ask about prior care experience, and conduct an interview to understand their approach to care. Many families also schedule a trial shift or initial visit to ensure the provider is a good fit.
Many nursing assistants in Lawrence, KS are trained to support seniors with ongoing medical needs, such as mobility assistance, medication reminders, and basic health monitoring. However, they do not replace licensed nurses or medical professionals. For more complex medical care, families may need to coordinate with a registered nurse or healthcare provider.
Before hiring a nursing assistant in Lawrence, KS, consider the level of care required, whether certifications or specialized experience are needed, and your preferred schedule. It’s also important to discuss communication expectations, emergency procedures, and compatibility with your loved one’s personality and routine. Taking time to review multiple candidates can help ensure a safe and supportive care environment.

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