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The medical field always has a demand for nurses. Nurses typically work in hospitals, nursing homes, private doctors' offices, in occupational and educational settings and other health-care facilities. No matter where a nurse works, her skills and training prepare her to treat, educate and provide emotional support to the patients she cares for.
Types
There are different types of nurses, such as a nurse practitioner, registered nurse and licensed practical nurse.
Examination
All nurses who complete the necessary educational and clinical requirements for their nursing field must pass the National Council of State Boards of Nursing exam to become licensed to practice nursing.
Functions
A nurse must know how to provide basic health care and treatment to her patients. Some nurses administer medication, assist in surgeries, help with patient hygiene care, deliver babies and other health-related duties.
Education
A licensed practical nurse usually studies for nine months to a year, and a registered nurse can earn his associate degree in nursing in two years and a bachelor's of science degree in nursing within as little as four years. A nurse practitioner needs a master's degree.
Potential Salary
As of January 2010, a registered nurse earns an average of $50,000 annually, with the potential to earn more than $100,000 a year, depending on her skill level and experience according to indeed.com.
Source:
Career-opportunities.net: Different Types Of Medical Nurses
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