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To become an RNFA, the aspirant should finish a 4 year RNFA program from an accredited school. He must be licensed by the State Licensing Board and acquire certification in peri-operative nursing (CPN). He must take part in continuing training and education programs to enhance his skills and competencies.
You will then need to study on towards at least your associateâs degree and preferably your bachelorâs degree. From thereon, you could decide to go for a masterâs degree and eventually even a doctorate degree. In order to become a registered nurse, you must pass the NCLEX-RN examination.This will license you on a national level to find work as a registered nurse. NCLEX also has an examination for practical nurses, which you will have to take if you want to go from MA to LPN before becoming a registered nurse.As hold a diploma with which they can become certified medical assistants (CMAs) in the states where this is required. In some states, the position is known as Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), which is the same thing.