Careers in Nursing

Nurses are among the most trusted professionals in the U.S., and the job comes with high demands and high expectations. Within the healthcare industry, nurses cover many specialties and roles in medical offices, schools, clinics, nursing homes and hospitals. Specialties can include diabetes care, geriatrics, labor and delivery, nephrology, neuroscience, pediatrics, forensic nursing and many more. Qualifications depend on specialty, but include great communication skills, an empathetic personality and dedicated training, state licensing, RN or LPN programs, and at least an associate or bachelor’s degree.