How to become an STNA?

The primary qualifications to become a state tested nursing assistant (STNA) is an STNA license in your state and experience working as a nurse. Licensure involves a nurse aide training program, which should not be confused with the longer and more intensive training required to become a registered nurse. You may take the STNA examination if you have 12 months of recent experience as a hospital orderly or aide, or are currently a nursing student. STNAs are certified nursing assistants, which is often the preferred term outside of the state of Ohio. There are certain considerations for assistants or aides who move to Ohio from another location. The duties of an STNA may be to monitor patients' rehabilitation on behalf of a physician and assist them with meals, transport, and daily grooming.