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Careers

Within the field of nursing, there is a variety of career paths a person can follow based on where their interest lies. The field itself overlaps into many specialty areas that can be both challenging and rewarding. From a basic entry level positions to more advanced positions requiring higher educational pursuits with a little dedication, effort and faith in you; the sky is the limit.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Registered Nurse (RN).

For those who would like to try out the field of nursing and learn basics before enrolling into college level nursing program, it may be worthwhile to consider becoming the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).In this role you the CNA handles the basics as it pertains to patient care and cleanliness. The CNA’s handle the daily care of a patient in a hospital, assisted-living facility, or even provide care at the patient’s home as in a home-health aide.

As a CNA the top-most priority is to support the physical and emotional well-being of a patient. CNA’s work under the direct supervision of the nursing and medical staff. Though not as glamorous as other nursing professions, this is position allows the great level of patient interaction therefore making a significant impact on a whole. CNA’s working as a home health aide, particularly involve caring for the elderly or disabled in the comfortable setting of one’s own residence.

Registered nurses have a huge impact on patients' lives as well as the work flow of other nurses in hospitals, nursing homes, and other health institutions. Have you always wanted to be a nurse, but you are unsure of what you want to specialize in? Or are you an aspiring nursing professional who doesn't want to be tied down to one specialty because of your interest in many fields? If either of those questions has you thinking, consider earning a registered nurse's license. As a registered nurse you will be able to manage the medical care of patients, oversee the work of certified nurse assistants and licensed practical nurses, and perform direct patient care.