NURSING

Definition of Nursing:

A person trained to care for the sick or infirm, especially in a hospital.

Why I Chose This Career

I chose this career because I enjoy helping and caring for people.

Likes About This Career:

• I enjoy caring for people
• The salary is good if you advance in your job

DISLIKES ABOUT THIS CAREER

• At times there can be a lot of paperwork
• It can be hard when you lose a patient

Job Outlook

Between now and 2022, there is expected to be a 20% increase for job employment for nursing.

Salary

Most registered nurses in specialty areas can make $55,000 to $95,000 a year.

Education

Most nurses will need an associates degree. It is helpful to take math, science, and health classes in high school.

Employment Environment

Nurses will work in a hospital where they care for many patients.

Hollands Career Type

Most nurses' interests are:
1) Social
2) Investigative
3) Conventional

Interest Profiler

My interests are:
1) Realistic
2) Investigative
3) Social

Skills Profiler

My top skills are:
1) Reading comprehension
2) Writing

Work Importance Profiler

My top two work values are:
1) Achievement
2) Relationships

Skills Needed

• Active listening
• Speaking
• Writing
• Critical thinking
• Coordination

TASKS

• Maintain accurate reports and records
• Record medical information and vital signs
• Give medications to patients
• Monitor, record, and report patients' symptoms
• Prepare patients for examinations or treatment

Where I Want to Work

I would like to work at either Hamot or St. Vincent hospital.

Special Requirements

Nurses can take a "clinical." A clinical is an internship.

Other Information

For many years in a row, nurses have been ranked #1 as the most trusted profession.

Other Information

Nursing is one of the fastest growing professions in the United States.

Other Information

Only three out of five nurses work in hospitals.