Nurse
Saving Lives ! 🏥🚑
outlook of job
Employment of nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners is expected to grow 31 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur primarily because of the effects of healthcare legislation, an increased emphasis on preventative care, and demand from the large, aging baby-boom population for healthcare services as they live longer and more active lives than previous generations.
work schedule
APRNs working in physicians’ offices or schools typically work during normal business hours. Those working in hospitals and various other healthcare facilities may work in shifts to provide round-the-clock patient care. They may work nights, weekends, and holidays. Some APRNs, especially those who work in critical care or those who deliver babies, may also be on call.
what they do
- Give patients medicines and treatments
- Consult with doctors and other healthcare professionals as needed
- Operate and monitor medical equipment
- Provide counseling and teach patients and their families how to stay healthy or manage their illnesses or injuries
- Conduct research
how much they get paid
$96,460 per year $46.37 per hour
qualities
Communication skills. Advanced practice registered nurses must be able to communicate with patients and other health care professionals to ensure that the appropriate course of action is understood.Critical-thinking skills. ARPNs must be able to assess changes in a patient’s health, quickly determining the most appropriate course of action and if a consultation with another health care professional is needed.Compassion. Nurses should be caring and sympathetic when treating patients who are in pain or who are experiencing emotional distress.Detail oriented. APRNs must be responsible and detail oriented because they provide various treatments and medications that affect the health of their patients. During an evaluation, they must pick up on even the smallest changes in a patient’s condition.Interpersonal skills. Advanced practice registered nurses must work with patients and families as well as with other health care providers and staff within the organizations where they provide care. They should work as part of a team to determine and execute the best possible healthcare options for the patients they treat.Leadership skills. Advanced practice registered nurses often work in positions of seniority. They must effectively lead and sometimes manage other nurses on staff when providing patient care.Resourcefulness. APRNs must know where to find the answers that they need in a timely fashion.
degree
Nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners must earn at least a master’s degree in one of the APRN roles. They must also be licensed in their state and pass a national certification exam.