This is a research paper conducted on the very highly pursuited field of nursing. Nursing is a profession in the healthcare field that focuses or assisting others. Not to mention, nurses are heroes because of the many lives they save every day. This is an example that one doesn’t need tights or a cape to be a hero. Never the less, there are many reasons one may want to become nurse. Some of those reasons may be for personal gain or the greater good. However, before becoming a nurse one needs to be educated about educational requirements, licenses and certifications, projected salaries, and the projected job outlook for the next five – ten years for nursing. This research paper will provide thorough information on those four major aspects of …show more content…
The type of education varies based on the type nurse one pursues to become. Becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN) requires you to attend a yearlong educational program. This program is offered at technical schools, vocational schools, or community colleges. At these various programs, the student will receive lectures and hands on clinical practice. However, those seeking to be become registered nurse (RN) must receive at the least, an associative degree in nursing. After obtaining an associative or bachelor’s degree in nursing, the graduate will have to pass the licensing exam to officially become a registered nurse. Being successful on the licensing exam is required to become a registered nurse. Becoming an advanced practical nurse (APN), requires the student to obtain a Master’s of Science in Nursing. After graduating, the graduate will have to successfully pass the licensing exam also. The type of nurse one chooses to become dictates the type of education he or she has to …show more content…
To obtain a license, the graduate will have to pass the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX) to become a licensed nurse. The NCLEX, which is a computerized test, is only offered on a computer. The test requires you to answer at least, 75 questions and a maximum of 265 questions. The testers only have six hours to finish the test, which in my opinion is more than enough time. However, in order to pass this test, the computer must be 95 percent certain that the test taker is above the passing standard. Certifications for nurses recognize their knowledge and skills within a specific area. In fact, nurses with certifications in special areas earn more than those who aren’t certified. In order to earn certifications, the nurse will have to successfully pass an exam. This exam is offered through nursing associations that offer certification test. Nevertheless, there are other ways besides taking an exam to gain
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The majority of our society holds the notion that nurses are no more than trained professionals, working for a doctor, who simply provide medical care for the sick and informed. However, what nursing means to me goes deeper than that belief. Nursing is a profession in which individuals are responsible for not only the care of the sick and infirmed but are also responsible for being a support system and an educator, as well as an advocate for the promotion of optimal care. In today’s society, nurses are an important part of any medical facility’s investment. This paper will address the many different aspects of nursing in which nurse’s act as not only caregivers but also act as, counselors and educators.
When one wants to become a nurse practitioner there is certain requirements that have to be met in order to be qualified. The minimum education required to become a NP is having a Master’s degree in nursing. As of this year, (2015) a doctoral degree will be required. The average education to become a NP is about five to seven years. This is adding up to the years of completed high school. There are many schools that offer NP training, such as, Maryville University or University of Cincinnati. Going to schools that offer this training can help gain experience to become NP. There are multiple prerequisites to becoming a NP. Overall, one of the main things
Whichever path one chooses to take, they must have a bachelor 's degree and obtain a nursing license. To get a nursing license in the first place, one must graduate from an approved nursing program plus one must pass the National Council Licensure Examination. Generally students will take classes in anatomy, chemistry, nutrition and a few others while they 're in school (Bureau5). Along with becoming an RN, one would typically land a lower (but still good) job, because the employers know how advancement works. If one were to show that they have experience, work well, and continue to further their education they will generally be promoted up a position with more responsibilities, and sometimes better pay (Bureau 6). Many suggest to further one 's education as new equipment, technology, and illnesses are discovered. Upcoming RNs should register to complete the NCLEX-RN examination, which is an online test with about 120 questions, there 's only a passing rate of 70-75% (Jones
Second, you have to obtain a Registered Nurse (RN) License. All RNs are required to have a nursing license to even step foot into a nursing position. Before you can receive your nursing license you have to have a Master’s Degree with proper nursing programs within the degree. You can receive your registered nurse license by passing the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN).
Education Requirements and What are the requirements for license, certification and registry? Most APNs or NPs possess a master’s degree; however, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) member institutions voted to change the current level of preparation for advanced nursing practice from a masters degree to a doctorate level by 2015”. “An individual who wishes to apply for a license must meet the following requirements: a complete application, pass the NCLEX, provide any felony or misdemeanor conviction information, any drug related behavior, functional ability deficit and license fee to Virginia State Board of Nursing”. Most RNs gain their clinical experience by working as a staff nurse before entering into a graduate program for their nurse practitioners, but once they gain a significant amount of experience as a nurse, they can begin the process to become certified in their area of specialty. Salary and Outlook for the Future “In May 2010, the median annual wage of registered nurses was $64,690.
In the near future my goal is to further my studies; in the nursing field as a Registered nurse. Personally, my main objectives to become a Registered nurse are, to help save the lives of other, accomplishing my goal, and living life more independently. These are the qualities that would best describe personality: enthusiastic, loving, caring, compassionate, honest, and a cheerful individual. I grow up to have deep passionate love for people, especially those that are unable to help themselves on a daily basis. I always vision myself attending to someone’s rescue; that is in danger or in critical condition. What I have noticed from a long time ago; is that the nursing industry is one out of many that devotes their time, patient, and input hard work and effort to help meet the need of others and make a difference.
This paper serves to inform individuals about the benefits, challenges and education facing nurses. In the review of literature, one source is obtained from the SVSU database which describe the benefits of nursing; two additional SVSU database sources will also describe the challenges. In addition, a case study is evaluated, which shows the correlation between the career and the pass/failure of the NCLEX-RN exam. This paper concludes with an analysis of the information gathered, showing why nursing is a field that others should consider as a career.
Nursing is a profession within health care field. Nursing mainly focuses on personal, families as well as communities care in ensuring they maintain and recover their health (Aiken et al., 647). Nurses can be distinguished from other providers of health care by their training, practice as well as the approach towards patient care. Nursing involves the various diversity of practice with practice scopes and prescriber authority level. Traditionally, nurses provided health care in the supervision of physicians, but currently nurses are being observed as care providers. This paper is aimed at discussing the three main types of nursing, their daily duties, education, certification, salary, as well as job outlook. There are three types of
Another way to get your Registered Nursing license is to get an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN). This degree is offered by any community or state colleges, and usually takes two to four years to complete. Both degrees allow you to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam, which is the test that determines whether or not you can get your license. However, with an ADN, you can go to school more to get your BSN.
There is always women, who aren’t licensed, that are being enrolled into nursing (D'Antonio, 2017). The first step that you need to take, is to get a high school diploma. You will need four years of english, math for 3-4 years, science 2-4 years, social studies 3-4 years, and taking 2 years worth of foreign classes are recommended (Starting Out, 2017). The next step would be to get into a nursing program. OB nurses have graduated from medical school and completed a four year that trains the nurses about pre-pregnancy health (Web MdD, 2017). In order to get into the nursing program, you have to apply to enroll in the program. Depending on the program you chose, it will take four years of schooling to get your bachelors in nursing (Thinking of Becoming a Registered Nurse, 2017). You have the option to choose what you want to get a degree in. The options are associates, bachelors, masters, nursing diploma through the hospital, or go through the military to get two years of training (Starting Out, 2017). Then after you complete your classes required for graduation, the final step would be to pass the NCLEX exam. If you receive a letter, you met qualifications to apply for a registered nurse position in the medical industry. To become a registered nurse takes a lot of commitment with skill and shaping you into a better person (Registered nurses, 2017). When you become a registered nurse, your
This is prior knowledge. To be able to perform the duties of a registered nurse, licenses, certification, and registration is needed. If you have received a bachelor’s, associate’s, or diploma, entry level positions are available as a staff nurse. To become a registered nurse, you are to receive a 4-year degree in the BSN program. You are also able to obtain a master’s degree in nursing. In order to practice in an individual state, each states board of nursing provides specific requirements. In all states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories, registered nurses must have a nursing
The career I chose to write about is nursing because since I was a little girl I have always felt antipathy taking care of people and learning about the human anatomy. Both of my parents believe that being a registered nurse will most suit me in the future. “Being a registered nurse provides coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members” (“Summary”). This means I will be caring for patients all around the clock at many different hours of the day. It is important to understand the education or training requirements, skills or talents needed, salary
Nursing has always been a key career in the health care system. Although it is not often focused on in media and stories surrounding health care, nursing is a career of great importance. If any patient was asked about their experience at a hospital or a care center, many will mention the capability and care that they received from the nurses. The health care system could not function efficiently, if at all, if nurses were not present to perform their part. Nurses are more than just physicians support staff. Of interest in this paper is why people choose to study nursing in university or college. From students just graduating high school to mature student who have prior degrees or education, nursing is a popular choice as a path to study
Many people have always been undecided regarding the career that they want to pursue. As they get older and view the many choices in careers, they realize that a career in the medical field is the best choice. Being a nurse interests many people because it requires the study of the human body and many other great opportunities that nurses have in this career. Once the career of nursing has been researched, it is brought too many attentions that there are various types of nurses. The desire to help and care for those in need is the attitude needed to become a nurse. The history, requirements, position, and reflection of nursing are what have the highest attention about nursing.