Nurse Practitioner

They treat and care for patients with a variety of health issues. They can prescribe medicine, talk to their patients and doctors, and they are exposed to daily diseases and infections.

$82,720 - $113,470

Preparation

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A bachelor's degree in nursing
• Graduate from a nursing practitioner degree program
• Be licensed as a registered nurse
• Be certified as a nurse practitioner

5 Things I Found Interesting

• I find it interesting that nursing education can last anywhere from 2 years - 8 years.
• Nursing is one of the fastest growing occupations in the U.S.
• Nurses tend to have a lot of back pain.
• Nurses could also become doctors.
• There are a variety of health departments in which nurses help.

Working Conditions

• Are exposed to daily diseases and other infections.
• Usually work 40 or more hours a week.
• Work a set schedule and may be "on-call" some times for emergencies.
• Deal with a lot of tense social situations.
• Always work indoors
• Must be very accurate and precise with their work.

Employment in U.S: 110,200 (medium)
10 Year Growth: 33.7%
Annual Openings: 5,850 (High)