Transcript HS_8-7_Careers in Nursing

Careers
Nursing
Information Provided By:
Georgia Statewide Area Health Education Center (AHEC)
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
PowerPoint Presentation By:
Juliane Monko & Dr. Frank Flanders
CTAE Resource Network, June 2009
Based On PowerPoint Ideas From:
Penny Howard, RN, Healthcare Science Instructor
 There are six centers in the Georgia AHEC
Network, and each serves a multi-county
region.
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 The AHEC mission is to meet the health needs
of Georgia by improving the supply, distribution
and quality of healthcare providers.
 AHECs offer enrichment programs, camps,
learning tools, student counseling, volunteer
and mentoring activity coordination, and access
to other educational resources.
 Contact your regional AHEC for more
information.
Objectives
 Students will be able to describe health careers in the
field of Nursing.
 Students will be able to plan a healthcare career path
in Nursing.
Careers in Nursing
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Anesthetist
Nurse-Midwife
Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Assistant
Registered Nurse
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
 Clinical nurse specialists are advanced practice
registered nurses who function in one of a number of
nursing's areas of specialization.
 They may provide direct care to patients, teach in a
variety of healthcare settings, and work as
researchers, consultants, or nurse managers.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Work Environment
Salary
 Community agencies
 Average Starting Salary
 Healthcare systems
 Hospitals
 Industry
 Nursing homes
 Private homes
 Private practice settings
 Public health departments
 Research centers
 School
$68,619
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Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Academic Requirements
 In order to enter a clinical nurse specialist program
one must be prepared as a registered nurse with a
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree and
hold a current nursing license. Programs last one to
two years and lead to a Master of Science in Nursing
(MSN).
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
 Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) provide basic
bedside care and may also give injections and
medications.
 They change dressings, evaluate patient needs,
implement care plans, and supervise nursing
assistants.
 In an office setting they make appointments and
keep patient records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Work Environment
 Community health clinics
 Hospitals
 Long-term care facilities
 Mental health institutions
 Nursing homes
 Physicians' offices
 Private homes
 Public health departments
 Visiting nurse associations
Salary
 Average Starting Salary
$27,914
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Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Licensed Practical Nurse
Academic Requirements
 A high school diploma or equivalent is
required. Completion of an accredited practical
nursing program usually takes between 12 and 18
months.
Nurse Anesthetist
Nurse Anesthetist
 Anesthesia is the use of drugs, gases, and nerve
blocks to provide a partial or total loss of pain during
surgery
 During surgery, nurse anesthetists administer
anesthetic drugs, monitor the patient's vital signs
and adjust the doses of anesthetics and other
medications to assure optimal patient safety and
comfort.
Nurse Anesthetist
Work Environment
Salary
 Dental offices
 Average Starting Salary
 Hospitals
$116,147
 Military
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 Outpatient surgical centers
 Pain clinics
Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Nurse Anesthetist
Academic Requirements
 A bachelor's degree, a current nursing license, and a
minimum of one year's experience as a registered
nurse in an acute care area are required.
 Nurse anesthesia programs last from 24 to 36
months, depending upon the institution and the type
of degree offered. All nurse anesthesia programs are
at the graduate level.
Nurse-Midwife
Nurse-Midwife
 Nurse-midwives provide care for healthy women
before, during, and after childbirth.
 They assist in labor and delivery, help in newborn
care, and counsel mothers on infant growth and
future pregnancies
Nurse-Midwife
Work Environment
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Birthing centers
Clinics
Health maintenance organizations
Hospitals
Physicians' offices
Public health departments
Salary
 Average Starting Salary
$67,045
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Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Nurse-Midwife
Academic Requirements
 A college preparatory diploma is recommended. A
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a current nursing
license, and experience in a related field are usually
required to enter a master's level program in nursemidwifery.
 Some schools offer bachelor's degree programs so
that nurses with diplomas or associate degrees may
gain the extra credits required to enter a master's
program.
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
 Nurse practitioners (NPs) are registered nurses who
have advanced educational preparation that qualifies
them to assess health conditions, identify and
diagnose problems and develop plans to improve
healthcare outcomes.
 NPs conduct health screenings and physical exams,
prescribe tests and medications, and educate
patients about their conditions and the need for
preventive activities.
Nurse Practitioner
Work Environment
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Academic institutions
Clinics
Community health centers
Health maintenance organizations
Home health agencies
Hospitals
Migrant health clinics
Military
Physicians' offices
Public health departments
Rural health clinics
Schools
Salary
 Average Starting Salary
$66,446
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Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Nurse Practitioner
Academic Requirements
 To enter a nurse practitioner program in Georgia,
one must be a registered nurse and hold a current
nursing license.
 Programs last from one to two years and grant either
a post MSN certificate or a master's degree.
Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant
 Working under the supervision of a registered nurse,
licensed practical nurse, or physician, they answer
patient call lights, serve meals, and check blood
pressure, temperature, pulse and breathing.
 They have a great deal of patient contact and are
important in developing patient relationships.
 They assist with medications, change linens, and
teach family members to care for the patient during
recovery.
Nursing Assistant
Work Environment
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Home health agencies
Hospitals
Mental health institutions
Nursing homes
Physicians' offices
Private homes
Salary
 Average Starting Salary
$18,408
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Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Nursing Assistant
Academic Requirements
 A high school diploma is usually required. Training
is available at many technical schools. It may be
offered by employers and usually consists of at least
90 hours of lectures, demonstrations, and supervised
practice.
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
 Registered nurses (RNs) care for patients by
providing both treatment and education.
 They interpret and respond to patient symptoms,
reactions and progress.
 RNs also teach patients and families about proper
health care, assist in patient rehabilitation, and
provide emotional and physical support to promote
recovery and well-being.
Registered Nurse
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Colleges and universities
Community health clinics
Hospitals
Industry
Public health departments
Mental health institutions
Migrant centers
Military
Nursing homes
Physicians’ offices
Prisons
Private homes
Public schools
Rehabilitation centers
Salary
 Average Starting Salary
$49,504
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Figures according to 2006 data. To see
updated figures, visit the SOWEGA-AHEC
website at:
http://www.sowega-ahec.org/index
Registered Nurse
Academic Requirements
 A college preparatory diploma is recommended.
Students must complete an accredited nursing
program, including any one of the following:
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Associate Degree in Nursing (A.D.N.), Associate of Applied
Science (A.A.S.), or Associate of Science in Nursing (A.S.N.).
Offered primarily by community colleges; these are two-year
programs.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.). Offered by colleges
and universities, this is usually a four-year program.
Registered Nurse
Academic Requirements
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Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) or Master’s in Nursing
(M.N.). Offered by colleges and universities, a master’s
generally requires one or two years of additional training after
obtaining a B.S.N.
Doctor of Nursing (D.N.Sc., D.N.S., D.S.N.), Doctor of Nursing
Practice (D.N.P.or Dr.N.P.) or Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.).
Offered by universities, a doctorate requires numerous years of
additional education and research experience.
Summary
There are a variety of careers available in Nursing. Educational
requirements vary by career and career level. Students
interested in these careers should use the information provided
here as a basis for a career plan. The student should also
research the career further to complete a career plan.
Careers available in Nursing include:
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Anesthetist
Nurse-Midwife
Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Assistant
Registered Nurse