Future Students
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT BEGINNING MARCH 3,2008, APPLICATIONS FOR THE NURSING PROGRAM WILL BE ACCEPTED ANY TIME OF THE YEAR.
What is it like to be a Nurse
What does a registered nurse do?
-
A nurse helps others to restore health and care for the dying.
-
A nurse acts as on advocate for patient and family.
-
A nurse utilizes critical thinking to problem solve and make decisions.
-
A nurse has the opportunity to help others and make a difference.
-
A nurse teaches patients to adapt to illness and to achieve their highest level of a functioning.
Where do nurses work?
- Hospitals
- School nursing
- Home health settings
- Clinics
- Cancer centers
- Dialysis settings
- Hospice
- Nursing homes
- Correctional facilities
- Parish nurse
- Research
- Occupational health
Would I make a good registered nurse?
- As you think of a career in nursing, ask yourself these questions:
- Do I have good people skills?
- Do I have the ability to problem solve and make decisions?
- Do I work well with others?
- Do I like math and science courses?
- Can I handle many responsibilities at one time?
These are some traits and abilities to help you determine if nursing is right for you.
For more on Nursing careers, please visit the career sites listed on Health Careers webpage:
Career Information
Updated: 6/10/2008 | Comment about this page.
