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Nursing
Nurses are professional healthcare providers that work alone or collaboratively with doctors to promote and provide holistic health care.
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Who is the initial founder of nursing?
It is heavily debated who the initial founder of nursing was as many nurses were in various countries establishing the field. However, the one recognized with being the initial founder of modern nursing was Florence Nightingale.
How do you become a nurse in the US?
In the US, to be a Registered Nurse (RN) you need to have accredited training as an RN and then pass the nursing exams to be able to apply for a state license to practice as an RN in that state.
Many RNs and others in the medical field recommend taking initial steps to experience the "inside" of providing health care to patients, but this isn't a requirement to become a nurse. If you want to be sure you like working in the medical field, and are emotionally prepared for it, you could first enroll in a course to obtain a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate. This will qualify you for jobs as a nursing assistant, providing help to patients with the basic activities of daily living, such as bathing, feeding, turning, incontinence care, taking vital signs, and non-skilled treatments, etc.
If you want to get even more experience before training as an RN, you could take another preliminary step to become a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN), which is a shorter program than training as an RN. This will give you more theory as well as more training and experience in patient assessments, skilled treatments, medication administration, and other nursing care that does not require an RN license. Then, as the final step, you could add to your training in an accelerated RN program designed specifically for experienced LPNs/LVNs who want to become RNs.
At any step in this process, or even immediately after high school, you could apply to enroll in an RN program, be accepted, graduate to become a graduate nurse, take and pass your exams, and become licensed as an RN. The US state board licensing exams for Registered Nurses are standardized across the states nowadays, using the National Licensing exam called NCLEX-RN.
As mentioned above, you actually don't have to follow the sequential steps outlined above. Taking it slowly and going through those different levels of training and experience may be suggested by some and for some, to prepare to become an RN, but it is not required. You can go straight from high school into a program to study to become a nurse; even to become an RN.
There are three options to become a registered nurse as follows.
- diploma program (typically three years, not recommended for individuals who do not have an already existing degree)
- associate degree (two years as a full-time student once the student starts the professional phase of the program)
- bachelor's degree (BSN) (four years as a full-time student)
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i wonder!?!
Sally, "Hey! I'm a nurse. The war is going on and I'm sitting at home knitting right now."
Tom, "Oh. That's their job right?"
Sally, "Yes it is"
...no. the nurses were obviously working in hospitals doing the same thing that nurses do today!
Why Are nurses still often called as sisters?
Traditionally, there were three ranks of fully qualified nurses in England: *Nurse *Staff nurse (more responsibility than an ordinary nurse) *(Ward) Sister. This was the highest rank, and a Sister had responsiblity for a whole ward (often 30-40 patients).
How much schooling is needed to be a neonatal ICU nurse practitioner?
First, you would need the complete a bachelor of science degree in nursing (BSN). Then there would be an additional two to three years to complete the master's degree which is the minimum educational requirement for a nurse practitioner. Some have a doctorate.
ADN stands for Associate Degree Nursing. It is a degree given to those who study for two years and pass the Nursing courses at a community or nursing college.
What skills does a veterinary nurse need?
Veterinary technicians (America)/Veterinary nurses (Britain) need to be trained in animal restraint, collecting biological samples (blood, urine, skin cells, etc), running diagnostic testing, maintaining legal and accurate medical records, anesthesia and surgical assisting, radiology, nursing (bandaging, administration of medications/treatments), IV catheterization, calculation of drug dosages and fluid requirements, communcation skills in order to gain information and pass on information to clients, animal husbandry skills--appropriate care/sanitation and normal physiology, etc etc
There are accredited programs for gaining the necessary knowledge and skills. In the US, the AVMA accredites programs which grant degrees in veterinary technology. In Britain, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and the British Veterinary Nursing Association determine the requirements for education and training.
Do you have to be a nurse before you become a doctor?
Yes you can but if your goal is to be a doctor you can skip studying to be a nurse first. It's not just to add a few courses and you're a doctor. You have to go back to school and study for years.
How much is it to go to nursing school for four years?
There are no standard tuition and fee rates for colleges and universities. Each institution will have rates particular to itself. There are a number of variables to consider to include whether the institution is public or private, the geographical location, the specific program of study (some of which have greater course and/or clinical fees), and whether the school is a two year or four year institution. Once you collect the names of some colleges and universities you have an interest in, you can then research the cost specific to those institutions.
What types of nursing do they have?
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Can a nurse lose their license for domestic abuse?
Each state's Department of Health Services (DHS) has a list of what offenses can lead to a suspended/revoked license. Visit your individual states DHS website or call them.
It's not that one is better than the other; it's just that they are different. The question should be, "which one is best for me?" In order to determine that, you must first acquire a vision; a specific and clearly articulated picture of the future you intend to create for yourself. This vision should be based on a passion for what you want to do and the benefit it will bring to others as well as yourself. Once you acquire that vision, your path will become clear.
How much does a LPN make at a nursing home?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for Licensed Practical as of May 2008 is, $40,110. This would amount to $19.28 per hour.
What jobs are there for RN with associate's degree?
With your Associates Degree in Nursing, you can work as a Registered Nurse in
a hospital, in a doctors office, nursing home, be a school nurse, etc. Most go
work in hospitals first, because they get valuable experience there. Nurses
are in high demand, so you shouldn't have a problem finding a job after
graduating. Good luck. =)
Does a lawyer or nurse make more?
A physician assistant makes more. They have more training, similar to a physician less a residency. Nurse practitioners practice nursing, not medicine. They have less autonomy with more complex patients. They basically treat the minor stuff while the medical team (which is physician/physician assistant) take care of the more complex patients.
Depending on where you are at, PA's (physician assistants) make 10 - 20k more than nurse practitioners.
What are the educational requirements to become a registered nurse?
For an LPN, you would obtain an Associates degree.
To what was said above that is not true.
There are three ways to become a RN.
One being a Diploma Program which spans over 3 years and are becoming less common.
Then there is the associates degree in nursing which is a 2 year degree.
And theres the Bachelors Degree in Nursing which is a 4 year degree and normally ends at a university.
Individuals who have completed a diploma or associate's degree and become licensed as registered nurses are equipped to work in the field, but a BSN is a desirable credential for nurses who want to advance in the profession.What science skills does a registered nurse need?
They do not have a field of science .The RN is more along a technology degree because it can be completed in 2-3 years .Just doing nursing courses and being a nurse you can not accumulate any true amount of credits for a any type of science degree .
How much money does an RN--registered nurse--make in Louisiana?
Ok...well My mom is a RN And Ive seen her checks and shes told me a few stories. shes a home health nurse at the moment makine some where around 32 dollars a hour. she recently had a part time job working in a hospital in baton rouge THE BR GENERAL. she only worked once a week and she made $750 in 2 days. if u ask me that's damn good lol and its well worth the money..im not sure if this helps but i tried
Job skills needed to become a nurse?
IT DEPENDS. iF UR GOING FOR A CNA JUST FIND A LOCAL NURSING HOME IN YOUR AREA THAT OFFERS A TRAINGING AND STATE CERTIFIED TESTING. IF YOU WANT TO GO FOR YOU LPN OR RN THEN FUTURE SCHOOLING IS REQUIRED. OTHER THAN THAT IF YOUR JUST A COOK LOOKING FOR A BETTER CAREER AND INTERESTED IN NURSING THEN JUST DO THE ABOVE. IT HONESTLY IS A REWARDING CAREER.
What are the requirements to study a nursing career?
First, the associate's in nursing is typically an associate's of science degree (AS). It is designed as a two year program of study once the student enters the professional phase nursing courses. There are some community colleges that do offer an AS in nursing. Courses included - in general - are as follows. * Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II * Microbiology * Chemistry (inorganic and organic and biochemistry) * English Composition I and II * General Psychology * Principles of Sociology * Humanities Electives The above are general education requirements. The professional phase courses are: * Nursing I * Nursing II * Nursing III * Nursing IV Each college may have its own curriculum layout. In addition, nursing programs today are somewhat competitive. You should contact the community college and request information on their admissions requirements. Start with your home county community college. If they do not offer the program, then check with the surrounding counties.
In addition, the cost of a nursing program is expensive compared to other associate degree programs. It is not the tuition as such, but the clinical fees that brings the cost up. Make sure you have your finances in order, and make sure you apply for financial aid assistance if needed.
Lastly, many individuals are going into nursing programs today. In comparison, only a few graduate because of the intensity of the clinical phase. The reason is that they take too much of a credit load. For example, one community college I know of combines Nursing I with Human Anatomy and Physiology II in the same semester. This is too much for most students. I would strongly recommend you complete all of your critical science courses first, and as much of the other general education courses as possible before going on to your professional phase nursing coursework. When you start the nursing courses, you want to concentrate on nursing, and just nursing. This will give you a better chance of completing the program in good form.
What is the nursing diagnosis of breast infection?
The nursing diagnosis for breast infection, also known as mastitis, is typically "Acute Pain related to tissue inflammation and infection." This diagnosis addresses the discomfort experienced by the individual due to inflammation and infection of the breast tissue. Treatment may include pain management, antibiotics, warm compresses, and proper drainage of the infected area.
What care should a patient receive after a wound flushing?
After the wound is flushed, the health care provider cleans the area around the wound to guard against infection. Packing to absorb excess fluids may be placed into the wound, followed by a sterile bandage.
How does a nurse practitioner benefit a cardiology practice?
In intensive cardiac care unit, the treatment is started by the nurse only. Patient is put on cardiac monitor and nurse is the first person to initiate treatment before the doctor comes to her rescue, who is informed about the emergency.
How long will it take to receive a degree for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner?
"to recieve a degree" ... ? 1-2 hours - well, probably the same time as the graduation ceremony last or maybe one day or two days - depending on the effectiveness of your mail service.
Earning/obtaining it might be a a different story !
