To obtain a license a potential nurse must first pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Also, one must have graduated from an approved nursing program. Anatomy, chemistry, physiology, microbiology, nutrition, and other related courses are all taken in the nursing education programs. Local schools that offer the Registered Nursing program are Southwest Community College, Alcorn University, Delta State University, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Mississippi College, and Mississippi University for women, etc. A diploma or bachelors and associates degree in nursing are needed to start a nursing career. It takes two years’ minimum to become a Registered Nurse for full time attendees; however there are four year programs available. Some people prefer to start out as a Licensed Practical Nurse and work their way up to a Registered Nurse position. All Registered Nurses must possess the qualities of compassion, emotional stability, and good speaking skills to help make sure that they are incompliance with the …show more content…
Registered Nurses work with many different types of patients. Monitoring and documenting a patient’s behavior helps the doctor to pinpoint the diagnosis. In addition, registered nurses can use intravenous (IV’s) to treat their patients as well as initiate wound care. Registered Nurses also act as supervisors by overseeing Certified Nursing Assistants as well as Licensed Practical Nurses. Registered Nursing plays a major role in the medical field. Without nurse’s doctors, wouldn’t be able to keep track of the condition of the patient. Registered Nurses usually work twelve hour shifts although the time varies depending on the place of employment. Registered nurses can be employed within a wide range of areas such as doctors’ offices, hospitals, nursing homes, company clinics, government clinics, and even the armed forces. Registered Nurses usually work under the instruction of doctors while Licensed Practical Nurse works under the instruction of Registered Nurses. The salary of a Registered Nurse ranges from $44,970 a year to $96,630 a year in highest pay. There are many benefits associated with being a Registered Nurse. The benefits that come with being a Registered Nurse are different types of insurance coverage including health, dental, vision, and life. Pension plans and tax savings plans are offered to Registered Nurses as retirement savings accounts. Depending on how much a Registered Nurse works