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Registered Nurse
New nurses continue to be in demand. Candidates will have their choice of career specialties whether they chose neonatology or hospice care. Nurses work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, or patients’ homes. Nurses do not only specialize in patient care; for example, some nurses work as nurse informatics, specialists in information technology, or some nurses consult attorneys about malpractice claims.
There are downsides to a nursing career. Nurses work nights and weekends, and handle difficult circumstances such as working in surgical wards, oncology clinics, emergency rooms, and critical care units. Nurses are often exposed to health hazards such as exposure to communicable diseases. Potential nurses should be caring and be very attentive to details under pressure since small errors can harm or kill patients.
Training
The three most common educational paths to becoming a registered nurse are earning a bachelor's degree, an associate degree, and a diploma from an approved nursing program or college. Most nurses prior to becoming a registered nurses most commonly enter the occupation by completing an associate degree or bachelor's degree program at an accredited schools. To become an nurse individuals most also complete a national licensing examination to obtain a nursing license. In order to become a advanced practice nurses—clinical nurse specialist, nurse-midwive, nurse anesthetist, and nurse practitioner you must earn a master's degree.
Salary Data
Median (8 years of experience): $62,200
25-75 percentile (8 years or more of experience): $54,500-76,100
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