Nurse
Molly Hedrick
Description of Occupation:
Nursing is a profession within the health care sector focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life.
Certifications Necessary to Practice:
Must earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree and you must pass the NCLEX exam.
Daily Activities:
Administer Medication
Nurses will administer medication prescribed by a doctor to patients on a daily basis.
Gather Information and Perform Assesments
Nurses are responsible for being up to date on a patient's medical history as well as any new medical abnormalities.
Supervise Other Medical Staff
Nurses oversee other medical professionals like LPNs and CNAs to assure that the patients are receiving quality methods of care.
Average Income: $62,378 - $79,360
Skills needed to become a nurse:
Compassion, critical thinking, good communication, strong ethics, and attention to detail.
Where to Work?
Nurses often work in hospitals, nursing homes, medical offices, emergency care centers, community health centers, and schools.
Job Outlook:
The estimated job growth for nursing in 2016 is 16%, while the average job outlook lies at a 7% growth.