STNA- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- CNA certification
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$19 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Ohio post a median of $20 an hour, the middle half $19–$21, across 83 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Ohio earn a median of $18.76 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Location: Akron, OH
Company: St Luke Portage Lakes
Benefits
We believe in supporting our caregivers with a robust benefits package that starts shortly after hire:
- Competitive Pay: Daily and weekly pay options available.
- Shift Differentials: Generous extra pay for evening and midnight shifts.
- Bonuses: Perfect attendance and employee referral bonus programs.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 30–60 days.
- Financial Protection: Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
- Tax Savings: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses.
- Supplemental Plans: Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness plans.
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO program plus 4 paid holidays per year.
- Scheduling: Flexible and set scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
- Retirement: 403(b) plan with a strong employer match.
- Growth: Dynamic work environment with professional development opportunities.
Job Summary
Looking for a nursing assistant position in a peaceful, supportive environment?
St. Luke Lutheran Community is seeking compassionate State-Tested Nursing Assistants (STNAs) to join our team at our beautiful Portage Lakes campus, located right near Turkeyfoot Lake in Akron, Ohio. Our campus offers a smaller, close-knit setting with lower-acuity residents, allowing our caregivers to spend more meaningful time with those they serve. If you’re looking to work in a calmer environment with a strong team culture, St. Luke may be the perfect place for you.
STNA Schedule (8 Hour Shifts)
- Part-Time Days: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Full-Time / Part-Time Evenings: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Part-Time Nights: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday required.
Availability of preferred shifts will be confirmed during the interview process and may change based on staffing needs.
STNA Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on care to residents including assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Monitor and document residents’ vital signs, physical condition, and emotional well-being.
- Report changes in condition promptly to licensed nursing staff.
- Assist residents with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and positioning.
- Support meal service and assist residents with feeding when needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
- Communicate effectively with the nursing team and interdisciplinary staff.
- Promote dignity, compassion, and respect in every resident interaction.
STNA Requirements
- Active State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification in Ohio.
- Long-term care experience preferred.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to resident care.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Additional Employment Requirements
Candidates must complete
- Pre-employment physical
- BCI fingerprinting background check
St. Luke Lutheran Community is a drug-free, smoke-free, and vape-free facility. Direct Deposit is required.
St. Luke Lutheran Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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From Portage Lakes Nursing & Rehab's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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