Becoming A Nurse

As of 2008, there were about 753,600 Licensed Practical Nurses and 2,618,700 Registered Nurses in the United States (U.S. Department of Labor, 2010-11). In the year 2018, the LPN employment percentage is expected to rise 21% while the RN rate should be approximately 22% (U.S. Department of Labor, 2010-11). This may not seem that high, but it is, when one considers that the expected employment rate for a Dentist is only expected to be 16% (U.S Department of Labor, 2010-11). Nursing is a highly respected and sought after career because every person that enters this profession is able to make a difference and is needed by the general population for his/her skills and contributions to the medical field. When a person is contemplating entering

As the school year comes to an end, many high school careers with it, there's a lot of decisions that seniors have to think about. In order to better prepare themselves for life, many of the students and Gary High School have been doing research on both jobs and education. There are many things to consider when preparing for the future such as what to study during college and for the rest of your life. One particular student says that she would like to be a nurse, but she would have to endure many years of schooling and a rather large amount of clinical hours. This research paper outlines everything that would have to be done in order to secure someone's future as a registered nurse.

Nursing is very exciting and rewarding job at the same time it can be very stressful feild.

Have you ever pondered becoming a doctor but did not want to deal with the outrageous amount of schooling? Well, if you have, then becoming a nurse practitioner might be a good choice for you. First thing you should know is that there are several branches of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing. According to Nurse Journal, they are, “Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Nurse Midwife, and Clinical Nurse Specialists (“Requirements to Become A Nurse Practitioner”). Now that you know what branches there are, you have to know what a nurse practitioner does. Nurse practitioners perform a series of different things ranging from working with patients to assisting doctors. They also conduct research and studies

If you were to work at least 40 hours a week you would get paid time in a half. According to Arnoldussen she says “ Challenges will be thrown at you that weren't covered in school or clinical rotation, but know that you’ll make meaningful work, and always be proud of your profession”( 1). Wanting to become a nurse can become a major factor in your life. Some of the factors could possibly be you are saving someone's life, you could possibly have the chance to travel around the world to help to

One of my favorite writing assignments that I wrote along this year would be “Career Plan”, since it helped me find out what I really want to be and learn more about that Career. Searching for career is really helpful and it helps you decide on which one you want the mot and think it’s more convenient for you and you know you will be able to accomplish.

Fay Raines and M. Elaine Taglaireni for The Nursing Profession, having the higher degree, a student is better prepared for the new challenges, practices, and responsibilities ahead. With this advancement and the competitiveness, a student has a better opportunity of being offered a job (Raines and Taglaireni 170-179). Being able to adapt is a very important trait to have as a nurse. The schedules for both school and work can vary often, and range from mornings to evenings. There are times professors cancel class and the student may have to self-teach the material; there are times a nurse’s eight hour shift turns into a twelve hour shift in an instant. As a nurse, a person is responsible for knowing how to perform the job correctly, as well as seeking help or advice when needed. The same goes for students, a student is responsible for going to class, learning the material, studying, and seeking tutoring or extra help if needed. The path to becoming a nurse is a long, expensive one. According to Education.costhelper.com, the typical cost for an associate’s degree in nursing can range from

Nursing is an excellent career path to choose in today's society and a great chance to contribute to bettering the world of medicine. Nursing offers a broad variety of job opportunities and allows employers to live comfortably while receiving additional benefits. Once you begin a career in nursing you have a sturdy job for life.

First of all, in order to be a nurse I will need to put in a lot of hard work. This job occupation will require at least four years of college study. I will have to study hard to make good grades to pass the classes and get my degree. I will also have to work hard on the job. Most of my time will be dedicated to my studies and eventually the job itself.

Balancing study, work, family, and fun is a crucial process into being successful in the nursing program. Balancing time between school and my social life may mean having to sacrifice my social life. If it means that I have to sacrifice my social life for my career choices I will have to be done. My family has taught me that in the long run, you only count with yourself to survive. My goal is to become a successful nurse, and I know there will be long hours of studying to achieve that goal.

As an individual reaches the stage where they come to a decision about what they want to be in life, they must look deep inside themselves. They have to reflect on what is important to them and what makes them happy. In addition, one must take into consideration the resources that are available to help the person reach their goal. In this paper, I intend to share my reflections on why I chose to become a nurse as well as and why I decided to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. I will compare my initial perceptions on the different

One important aspect that is beneficial to adult health is sleep. Not getting the correct amount of sleep has immediate effects that are often overlooked. One important effect is the lack of energy. [If someone gets fewer hours of sleep one night, instead of the correct amount, their energy level throughout the day is going to be lower than what it should and could be. They may notice halfway throughout the day that they are are tired and cannot get things done. Simply getting just a few more hours of sleep can increase energy and get them through the day.] Another immediate effect most people don’t take into consideration of getting the incorrect hours of sleep is the brain is less active when we are awake. Teenagers in school often times can’t think straight, are not as alert, and can’t get work done because of the amount of sleep they got the night before. Same thing for adults at work. When the brain is properly rested it is more alert and works faster. Without the brain functioning at full power nothing will get done efficiently. A teenager is more prone to staying up late without thinking about the consequences that will come the

There are many reasons people chose nursing for a major in college, however, my passion in patient care is to heal others. I’m at the beginning of my studies, and I know the workload of college will be challenging as I progress from one semester to another. To be successful in my studies I have to stay focused and not procrastinate. My next decision in choosing this career was the competitive salary nurses earn. Nursing has a variety of choices where they can work, the opportunities are endless. Nurses can work in a doctor’s office, home care, operating rooms, intensive care units, health clinics, schools, hospitals, and business that require medical supplies. Forth nurses can work flexible hours and days. They can work a twelve

I was always told that a career in nursing should be something that has a reliable income that can support your home and family with a little extra to save. I later learned that while the monetary aspect of a career is important finding a career that I love and pays well never feel like work but rather a paid passion. Passion about a nursing career allows me to focus all my energy on an obtainable goal where I can enjoy the journey and the destination. My disabilities can make normal physical tasks a challenge and nursing can be difficult even for well-prepared individuals but sometimes a little pain now can help me down the road. However, my love of knowledge gives me an advantage since it allows since it allows me to immerse myself in subjects that interest me which is beneficial because education is an important factor for advancement in the nursing field. Moreover, my passion for nursing leads me to have a great hope for excellent job satisfaction which is something all career seeker hope to obtain.

I feel lucky growing up my parents always instilled in me morals, and reminded me that no matter how dark the day became, light and good always triumphed in the end. I try to hold a positive outlook on the future, but I can’t help to worry about what that future brings. Based on topics covered in this course, I know society faces uncertain economic times ahead, political turmoil and division as we see today, and our biggest threat climate change has already loomed upon us. These are topics that affect my career as a Nurse, family life and the entire world; only working together can we overcome all forthcoming challenges.