Career questions tagged nurse
The role of a nurse is a core role within a hospital as well as other medical institutions. A nurse will care for patients, ensure doctors are prepared, and communicate with families. There are over 100 different roles for a Nurse. For more information, please... Read more Show less
What Are Some Relevant Nursing Career Paths and Job Opportunities for a 25M?
Greetings, I would like to preface by saying I have no industry credentials nor nursing degrees. I do however have a background working as a personal caregiver. Background and experience: 25M caregiver with hands-on experience providing personalized in-home support for seniors facing emotional and cognitive health challenges. Experienced in creating safe, calm, and supportive environments, assisting with activities of daily living such as medication reminders, personal care, meal preparation, mobility support, and accompanied walks. My approach centers on patience, empathy, professionalism, and adapting to my client’s physical and emotional needs. In addition to direct care, I have supported clients with everyday technology needs, including smartphones, laptops, phone calls, text messaging, and online ordering. Built trust through reliability, respectful companionship, and clear communication, contributing to improved quality of life and daily functioning. My passion for caregiving began when I supported a family member with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, an experience that deeply influenced my commitment to serving older adults. This experience confirmed my passion to care for others and inspired my interest in nursing, geriatric care, and healthcare. Caregiver / Personal Aide Full-Time | Jul 2025 – Present • Delivered in-home care for a 65 year old client with depression, panic disorder, and agoraphobia, maintaining a safe and supportive environment during 7-hour shifts. • Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), including medication reminders, personal care, meal preparation, and accompanied walks. • Maintained a calm, patient, professional, and enthusiastic demeanor while adapting care to the client’s emotional and psychological needs. • Supported the client with everyday technology use, including smartphones and laptops. • Assisted with phone calls, text messaging, and online ordering to promote independence and communication. • Built trust through reliability, empathy, and respectful companionship, contributing to improved daily functioning and quality of life. I’m open to ideas and suggestions for the best and most optimized roles in the nursing field, based off my experience; thanks in advance for taking the time to reply and I look forward to hearing your ideas 😇😊
What was the moment you knew healthcare was the right career for you?
Was there a specific patient, experience, or day on the job that confirmed you had chosen the right path??
Healthcare workers who genuinely love their jobs: what made you choose your career, and what keeps you from burning out? If you were talking to a high school student interested in healthcare, what advice would you give?
I'm in high school, so I still have options. I really don't want to go the wrong way with my career. Any advice?
How many children do you typically care for at one time?
Hi. My name is Kyela. I am currently 12 years old and looking to be a pediatric nurse for college. I am in 6th grade and am homeschooled. My favorite hobbies are gymnastics,pickleball,and basketball.
How do I become a military nurse?
What are Pros and Cons on being a Military nurse?
What Career does a person who doesn't completely know what to do start?
What Career does a person who doesn't completely know what to do start?
What makes the TEAS exam challenging, and how can I, as a high school student, prepare in a way that makes nursing school easier later on #Spring26 ?
I’m really interested in becoming a nurse, but I don’t fully understand what to expect from the TEAS exam. I want to know what I should be focusing on right now so I can be better prepared in the future.
What is it like to be a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in terms of work life balance? #Spring26
I'm currently an university student considering the CRNA route as I've always been interested in anesthesia! I would love to get more insight on what the career looks like in terms of daily basis, but also how the work life balance feels. I'm also currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Biology, and I'd love to get a MSN after to start my way to CRNA - any insight or thoughts?
I'm going to start my BSN program soon but one question that came to mind was, What do you do when you become overwhelmed with patients ?
I know that in nursing, depending on the position, you can be put in high-stress situations, and I would like to know in advance tips on how to remain level-headed.
Starting nursing this fall. Any tips?
I am graduating in May and I am going to University of Houston for nursing. I keep hearing about how hard it is so if you guys could give me any tips, I'd really appreciate it. #Spring26
How do I manage being a nursing student about to start clinicals, and finding at least a part time job, while also being a mom of two ?
The schedule for clinicals is unknown to us students. They will let us know a week before where to report. My kids’ ages are 2 and 10. I need to start working to make ends meet. I need advice.
How many years does it take to become a nurse practitioner?
For example, I want to become a nurse practitioner in my 20's at least. I know it takes four years to become a registered nurse and Google wont give me a straight answer on my question/topic.
As a current high school senior preparing to start nursing school in the fall, how do you figure out different study methods to know what works best for yourself. What are different methods others use #Spring26 ?
As a current high school senior preparing to start nursing school in the fall, how do you figure out different study methods to know what works best for yourself. What are different methods others use? #Spring26
What job should I do during college?
What job should I get while in nursing school to gain the best experience if I want to be come a CRNA ?
What would be the best college classes to consider for nursing?
Obviously there are nursing pre-requisites, but I mean what classes make your resume more competitive for future job opportunities or just in general? #Spring26
What are the best study methods and habits to retain information for a nursing student? #Spring26
I'm currently a senior at Central High School and I will be entering Widener University this fall as a nursing major. I want to improve my study habits so that I can maintain a high GPA throughout undergraduate school, and I would like to know what methods are best for information retention.
How did you find your nursing path?
#Spring26 What tips would you give to nursing students who are trying to determine what specialty of nursing they want to pursue while in school? For those nurses who decided to pursue higher practice in their careers, what were the driving factors for you, and how did you decide what specialty to pursue?
What were the most helpful strategies you used for studying for the NCLEX? #spring26
NCLEX passing strategies #spring26
how to balance nursing school with a full-time job? #spring26
ask other nursing students as well as alumni
Why Nursing, What were your deciding factors?
What was the push to get through nursing school. School seems so draining and I've struggled in the past what helped you push through? I am currently a PCT and have been for 2 years and I am afraid of getting burnt out by the time I graduate. Being in a hospital and the low end is hard you get burnt out quick and it make me question if i want to be in healthcare for the rest of my career
Will I be able to get into nursing school and successfully balance the academic demands with my personal life while working toward becoming a registered nurse?
I’m especially curious about what study habits and time management plans will help me succeed in nursing school while possibly working part-time.
How can I transfer into a BSc Nursing program while improving my study habits, strengthening my college application, gaining relevant experience, and increasing my chances of earning a nursing scholarship so I can become a registered nurse in the future?
I’m going to make sure the classes I’ve already taken transfer by checking what BSc Nursing programs require and filling in any missing prerequisites like anatomy or microbiology. I want to keep my GPA up and get more consistent with how I study, not just cramming but actually reviewing material regularly so I’m ready for how intense nursing school is. I also need to explain clearly why I’m moving into nursing and how what I’ve already done has led me here. I’ll ask professors who know me well to write recommendations so it doesn’t feel generic. I’m planning to get some real exposure to healthcare, like volunteering at a clinic or hospital, and getting CPR certified or something similar. If I can, I’ll look into entry-level roles too, so I’m not going in with zero experience. I’m going to apply to as many scholarships as I can that fit nursing or transfer students, and actually tailor my answers instead of reusing the same thing. I want everything to show that I’m serious about becoming a nurse and that I’ve thought through this path.
In today's height medical need, how would a nurse create a better environment for patients who knowingly can afford healthcare or are struggling to speak up for their medical needs ?
I want to be a nurse that's why I am asking this question!!
How did you manage to work while being a nursing student?
I'm going into nursing school and aware of the heavy material and responsibility that comes with obtaining a nursing degree. I want to keep working as I do need the money, but the stigma of working and being in nursing is overwhelming.
How does an RN get an opportunity to work outdoors responding to emergencies within the community ? #Spring26
I just got accepted into an RN program and I would love to be an emergency room RN and use those skills to help respond to emergencies within the community similar to how paramedics do it, whether roadside, or at sporting events, or flying down on a helicopter to air lift individuals in need, or at concerts. I am not sure if this is a possible career path for a nurse, but if it is it would bring me so much joy to pursue it. I want to use my skills to give back and to help people when they need it most.
Studying is Nursing School
What is the best way to study for nursing school while working full time? #spring26
Balancing work + CNA classes, any tips?
Hey CNAs in training. how do you juggle a job? Night classes, weekends, or online flex? What's your game changer for staying on track? 😴➡️💼