Nursing-Related Careers and Degrees

An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is a registered nurse (RN) who has completed additional education and clinical training beyond that required for basic nursing practice.

A pediatric nurse specializes in caring for children, from newborns to adolescents.

A critical care nurse is a registered nurse who has received specialized training in the care of patients with life-threatening medical conditions.

A certified nurse midwife (CNM) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed specialized education and training in midwifery.

A geriatric nurse provides care to older adults.

A medical-surgical registered nurse (MSRN) specializes in providing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions.

A public health nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who specializes in promoting and protecting the health of individuals, families, and communities.

An OR (operating room) nurse is a specialized registered nurse who works in the surgical department of a hospital or other medical facility.

A nurse researcher combines their nursing expertise with research skills to conduct studies, analyze data, and generate evidence-based knowledge that can improve patient care and nursing practices.

An obstetric nurse focuses on providing comprehensive care to pregnant individuals before, during, and after childbirth.

An oncology nurse is a specialized nurse who provides care for patients with cancer.

An acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who specializes in providing comprehensive care to patients with acute and/or critical medical conditions.

A nurse is trained to provide medical care and support to patients in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and community health centers.

An ER (Emergency Room) nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who specializes in providing care to patients in emergency situations.

Trauma nurses are trained to care for patients with a wide range of injuries resulting from accidents, violence, or natural disasters.

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides basic medical care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) or doctors.

A travel nurse is a registered nurse who takes temporary assignments at hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare facilities in different locations.

A rehabilitation nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from illness, injury, or surgery.

A home health nurse provides medical care to patients in their own homes.

A nurse anesthetist is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who specializes in the administration of anesthesia.

A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed a graduate-level nursing program, and has undergone specialized education, clinical training, and certification in a particular area of nursing practice.

A registered nurse (RN) provides care and support to patients in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other healthcare settings.

A psychiatric nurse, also known as a mental health nurse, is a registered nurse (RN) who specializes in providing care to individuals with mental health conditions.

A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has acquired additional education and training beyond the requirements of a registered nurse.

An informatics nurse specialist is a registered nurse with specialized training and expertise in healthcare information technology and informatics.

A certified nursing assistant (CNA) provides basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

A nurse educator has both clinical nursing experience and a passion for teaching.