Career questions tagged registered-nursing
Which CNA Course Should I Choose If I Want to Become a Nurse Later?
Which CNA Course Should I Choose If I Want to Become a Nurse Later?
What are the essential qualities needed to excel in the field of Surgical Nursing?
Hello! I am a current high school senior who enjoys details, precision, and has had the privilege of working with medically fragile children. Because of this, I have decided to go into the field of Nursing, potentially Surgical Nursing. However, as I have done more research, I am curious about what it might take to excel in this specific field. What are qualities or attributes that help people do well in this position?
How do I balance my school work and social life on a daily?
I am a current high school senior looking to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) starting in the fall of 2026. As a student transferring into the college life, it has come to my understanding that it can be difficult to some to adapt to the lifestyle. What can I do to make the switch easier?
What does a L&D nurses specifically do when the patient gives birth?
I'm in a LPN program soon doing a LPN to RN bridge program once I graduate. I plan on being a labor and delivery nurse once I get my RN.
How would you compare the difference between L&D nursing and nursing on other floors?
I'm in a LPN program soon doing a LPN to RN bridge program once I graduate. I plan on being a labor and delivery nurse once I get my RN.
What is life like as a nurse anesthetist?
What are the pros and cons of life as a nurse anesthetist? I want to know how nurse anesthetists spend their time in a surgery room/hospital or any other medical setting.
Things I should complete my senior year before I enter the nursing pathway?
Where did you get your clinical experience? How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment? Lastly, How could a senior in highschool gain more experience in this field?
Is there any way to get pre reqs done your senior year in online school?
I want to go to college right after graduating high school for a registered nurse and im wondering if theres any online schooling websites that offer high school classes that give you credit for pre reqs needed to become a rn?
What are all the steps I would need to take to start my career off as a Nurse Practitioner but later transition into a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist?
I have already got my Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification and I am also wondering how I can apply this to my future career. I would like to come out of nursing school being a Nurse Practitioner and I want to know how long this might take. I would also like to know how long it might take me to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
How many math and science courses do you need to take to be a registered nurse?
I would like these answers in a percentage if possible. This is for an English project we are doing in high school.
What is the best tip for getting through nursing school?
How can I study in a way where I retain the information, and what website/books/sources helped you through nursing school? Is there anything you regret putting time into study wise (that didn't work)?
How would I become a CRNA after I finish my schooling to become a RN?
I am planning on becoming a registered nurse first, but after that, what do I have to do to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist? I would like to have that specialty but I don't know how to accomplish that.
Do you have to have certain qualifications for Ultrasound Tech, or do you get two years of college and that's it?
In regular nursing, you have to get your RN, ADN, or BSN. Is it the same for all nursing fields?
As a nurse, what have been your favorite and least favorite departments to work in? Why? ?
I'm early on in school and I've been thinking a lot about where I might like to start my career as a nurse once I get my RN. I know some nurses love ICU or ED while others have a gift for hospice or mental health/psychiatric. I'd love to hear your stories and advice about finding the right fit, and how you knew it was the right department for you (and maybe how you knew the wrong department was wrong, too)
What would my future look like as a registered nurse working in a hospital saving and changing peoples lives for the better ?
I want to succeed in nursing. Nursing is my dream career so I’m wondering what advice or lessons could be given to me, as a senior currently in high school, to obtain my license for a registered nurse.
What are some good study habits to obtain while in nursing school?
I start nursing school soon in an accelerated program and I’m not really sure how I can be more prepared. This is all so new to me.
What are some unexpected challenges that RN's might expect?
(I'm a student for Job Corps)
What is the best part about being a CRNA and what is the worst or most difficult?
I am a student at Mayo High school and I do P-TECH at RCTC and its a program for future nurses to help us graduate high school with our LPN degrees. I am considering being a CRNA in my future.
Is there any way that I can apply for a Scholarship for nursing only??
The reason I am asking this question is to determine my eligibility for a scholarship.
How would I approach becoming a registered nurse?
I am looking into many schools at the moment.
How is your quality of life while being a Nurse Practitioner?
Can you live comfortably and not worry about how bills will be paid? Can you enjoy expensive vacations and live a happy life? Are you able to afford a pretty nice house in a nice neighborhood? I'm 15 years old and I live a great life but my parents are always worried about money and in the future, I want to be able to not think about money as much as they do.
study abroad?
how can I study abroad while getting a BSN in college and what schools would have this program?
Can you attend nursing school and not go to college for nursing ?
12th grade student
How do I pursue a nursing career?
How do I pursue a nursing career with no knowledge in science
For those who have done apprenticeships for nursing certifications, was it worth it and what was the experience like?
I've seen a few hospitals and clinics offering apprenticeships for nursing certifications, and I was curious as to what that may look like and if you feel as if it was worth it. What are the positives and negatives of an apprenticeship? What did your day to day life look like as an apprentice? Any additional insights would be appreciated, thank you.
For those who worked in healthcare while going to college to get their BSN, how was your experience?
I'm considering the possibility of working as a CNA while simultaneously going to school to get a BSN. For those who have done just that or similarly, I'd like to know how your overall experience was. What was the most worth while? What was the most difficult part or most significant obstacle you had to face? How did you overcome these difficulties? Any other insights, advice, experiences, etc, would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
What would be a reason for me to get my doctorate in higher education as opposed to my DNP?
What would be a reason for me to get my doctorate in higher education as opposed to my DNP?
Hey. What are some freelancing gigs I could do on the side as a RN to make more money/?
I am starting clinicals in the Fall. Just wanted to get some ideas