Nurses Make a Difference in the Lives of Others

Medical Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system. Caring for the sick is only one aspect of what a nurse does.

Today's registered nurses (R.N.s) work to promote health; prevent disease; help patients and their families cope with illness, emergencies and long-term disease; and save lives. Nurses relate to people of all backgrounds and cultures. They act as advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities.

Nurses have the opportunity to do "good" in the world everyday. Many exciting and rewarding opportunities exist in nursing. Schools offer a varity of medical nursing degrees and certifications including some online coarses.

With over 100,000 vacant positions and a ever-growing need for healthcare workers, the career outlook is excellent for the medical nursing field. Did you know that well paying jobs for Registered Nurses are available in almost every city in America? Did you know that by the year 2020, there will be an estimated shortage of 800,000 nurses? With the world population living longer and needing more care, the healthcare field is one of the best places to get a job, and will likely stay that way for many years to come.

Nursing is a lot of fun. Being able to get along with people and good communication skills are important qualities for life. Most nurses will tell you that they have made life-long friends while working as a nurse. That's because nurses work as a team. They help each other and they teach one another new skills. There are abundant opportunities to meet wonderful people who want to make a difference in the world. So, is nursing for you?