1. Registered nurse
Lydia Ramirez

2. education Registered nurses take one of three paths:
An associated degree in nursing (ADN)
Bachelor’s degree of science in nursing (BSN)
A diploma from an approved nursing program
To be come a registered nurse the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) is required to obtain the license

3. specialties
Critical care nurses work in intensive care units in hospitals, providing patients with serious and acute illnesses and injures that need close monitoring and treatment
Neonatology nurses take care of newborn babies
Nurse-midwives provide care to women, including gynecology exams, family planning advice, prenatal care, assistance in labor and delivery and care of newborns
Nurse practitioners serve as primary and specialty care providers, providing a blend or nursing and primary care services to patients and families

4. Advancement Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
A masters degree is required

5. required skills Critical-thinking skills Compassion Detail oriented
Emotional stability
Organizational skills
Patience

6. Duties of a nurse Record patients’ medical histories and symptoms
Give patients medicines and treatments
Set up for patients'’ care or contribute to existing plans
Observe patients and record observations
Consult with doctors and other medical professionals
Operate and monitor medical equipment
Help perform diagnostic test and analyze results
Teach patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries
Explain what to do at home after treatment

7. Salary by years of experience
National salary
Less than one year
$33,944 - $64,560
1-4 years
$36,722 - $71,033
5-9
$40,348 - $79,023
10-19
$43,102 - $84,432
20 years or more
$42,766 - $89,869