Registered nurses are projected to generate about 587,000 new jobs over the 2006-16 period, one of the largest numbers among all occupations; overall job opportunities are expected to be excellent, but may vary by employment setting.
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Registered nurses make up the majority of workers in the health care industry. They hold a position of seniority over licensed practical nurses and nursing assistants and are often in charge of assigning tasks in a hospital environment.
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A registered nurse (" RN "), is a health care professional responsible for implementing the practice of nursing through the use of the nursing process in conjunction with other health care profess...
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Insert Description Here ... Under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, licensed practical nurses (LPNs) may care for patients of all ages. Using learned technical skills, licensed practical nurses assist patients in meeting their physical and psychosocial needs.
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Registered nurses (RNs) provide care, treatment, counseling and health education to ill or injured people. They also provide education to individuals and families to promote health and prevent injury and illness. ... To work as a nurse, you must pass The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.
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THE 2008 SURVEY OF REGISTERED NURSES REPORT IS NOW AVAILABLE: This report is the sixth in a series of surveys designed to describe licensed nurses in California and to examine changes over time. ... DATA SUMMARIES FOR 2008 SURVEY OF REGISTERED NURSES REPORT: The biennial Survey of Registered Nurses in California produces...
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Occupational Outlook Handbook ... Registered nurses (R.N.s) work to promote health, prevent disease, and help patients cope with illness. They are advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities. When providing direct patient care, they observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress;
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There's great unmet demand for nurses, and you'll have lots of options. ... On the downside, many registered nurses must work nights and weekends, and burnout is a factor, especially in medical/surgical wards, and in critical-care specialties such as surgery, oncology, and emergency medicine.
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