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| Registered Nurses (RNs) do specialized and skilled nursing. They are responsible for supervising and planning the care of ill patients. They oversee the care that is given by practical nurses and nurses’ aides. Registered nurses make sure that physicians' orders are followed. They may give shots and administer fluids. Registered nurses often specialize in fields like post-surgery care or pediatrics. They work in doctors' offices, dentists’ offices, hospitals, schools, public health clinics, industrial plants, private practice and many other places where health care is provided. | |
| Average Salary: $23,000 - $45,000 | |
| Educational Requirements: | |
| Students should take college preparation courses in high school that
emphasize the sciences.
There are three ways to become a registered nurse. First, many hospitals offer three year nursing school courses. Second, some community colleges offer two year associate degrees that are combined with clinical practice in hospitals. Finally, many colleges offer four year programs leading to bachelor degrees. Almost all nursing management positions require four year college degrees. Masters degrees are required to teach or to specialize. |
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| For More Information: | |
| American Nurses Association
600 Maryland Avenue SW Suite 100 West Washington, DC 20024 (800) 274-4ANA |
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