Becoming an LNA is a great first step in entering the healthcare  field – from an LNA to a Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA),Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and/ or  a Registered Nurse (RN). Starting off as an LNA can open doors to specialty fields outside of nursing too, such as: Social worker Occupational therapist Healthcare Administrator Physician Assistant Physician And many others! For a full list of career options, take a look at the Southern New Hampshire Area Health Education Center’s Health Career Catalogue or download this NH Nursing Careers Pathways flyer.