There Are So Many Choices in Nursing!

Are you considering nursing as a career? Are you a current nurse looking to transition nursing roles? If so, this quick read is to help bring each aspect of nursing roles to one spot. Nursing is a diverse and rewarding occupation with many different specialties available. Whether you are interested in working directly with patients, managing a team, or conducting research, I’m sure there is a nursing job that is a good fit for your skills and interests. We can dive into each role in future blogs with more details. 

Keywords: nursing careers, registered nurse jobs, occupations in healthcare.

Here are some of the most common types of nursing jobs below:

• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide basic care to patients under the supervision of an RN. They may also assist with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients.

• Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. They assess patients’ health, administer medications, and provide emotional support. Most nurses start here for general patient care experience and to meet requirements for advanced nursing roles. 

• Nurse Educators teach nursing students in a variety of settings, including colleges, universities, and hospitals. They may also develop and deliver continuing education programs for nurses.

• Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) are advanced practice RNs who specialize in a particular area of nursing, such as oncology or gerontology. They may conduct research, educate other nurses, and provide care to patients.

• Nurse Researchers conduct research to improve the quality of nursing care. They may work in academia, government, or the private sector.

• Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice RNs who diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, and prescribe medications. They often work in a clinic setting, but they may also work in specialty areas such as acute care, geriatrics, pediatrics, or mental health.

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) administer anesthesia to patients before, during, and after surgery. They work closely with surgeons and other members of the surgical team to ensure that patients have a safe and comfortable experience.

• Certified Nurse midwives (CNMs) provide care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They may provide family planning and well-woman care as well.

Conclusion

These are just a few of the many different types of nursing specialties available. If you think you really want to be a nurse, I’m sure there is a career in nursing that is a good fit for you!

To learn more about different types of nursing jobs, visit the American Nurses Association website at Types of Nurses and What They Do | ANA (nursingworld.org)

Sincerely, 

All One Nurse