Registered Nurse

Studies suggest that the demand for Registered Nurses and nurse practitioners will be in high demand in the years 2012-2030 due to the baby boomer generation; that is a projected 19% growth rate. There are numerous types of nurses that each specialize in certain areas of nursing. College is a very important element when studying to become a Registered Nurse (RN), as well as hard work and dedication. Just like any other job, negative aspects are an important factor to consider when choosing a career; just like the negative elements, positive elements are just as important. So why become a nurse, and what does it take to become one?
In order to become a nurse, there are various levels of training and education that need to be completed. Each

The class requires at least eighty hours of time spent in a classroom setting and at least forty hours of clinical time. Clinical time is hands on experience and is performed with real patients in a hospital type setting. When the class time is completed as well as the time spent in clinical, the state’s exam is given. If at that time, the test is passed, the certification is completed. A CNA is the lowest level of nursing and allows a lot of room for advancement.
(Beachy)After completing the CNA program, the next highest level of certification is a licensed practical nurse (LPN). In order to become a LPN, a state required course has to be taken and passed. The LPN course takes a year to complete and in some cases, can take longer. The amount of time it takes to complete the course varies depending on the student, and where the student takes the class. The LPN course teaches basic skills that are essential in maintaining a basic job as a

There are several ways to go about getting licensed as a Registered Nurse; a bachelor’s degree in science, associate’s degree, and a diploma is the most common. A bachelor’s in science degree in nursing is considered to be the highest, and the most professional level of a registered nurse. A nurse with a bachelor’s of science degree (BSN) has a better chance at obtaining employment and has more career opportunities than a nurse with an associate’s degree or one with just a diploma. In order to become a BSN a proper education is required. Under most circumstances, the class takes four years to complete, but it can carry to up to six years. A National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) needs to be passed after the class. Passing the NCLEX-RN is the last step to take before becoming a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science