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Registered Nursing Options Pathway

Registered Nurses assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.

Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management.

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The Importance of Registered Nurses

The scope of an R.N.’s responsibilities is vast. A few of their duties are listed below:

  • Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
  • Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
  • Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
  • Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
  • Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry.
  • Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
  • Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
  • Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.

Learn more about being a Registered, including employment trends, salary averages, and related skills at O*Net(opens in a new tab) or CareerOneStop(opens in a new tab).

Education or Training Requirements

  • Minimum associate degree is required for jobs
  • Bachelor’s degree is required for some jobs

Accrediting Agencies

  • California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) – accredits baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs
  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) – accredits associate, baccalaureate, and graduate nursing programs

Why accreditation is important: An accredited school has been reviewed by an industry organization to ensure that quality standards are met and maintained, providing some assurance of receiving a quality education. Some employers, licensing boards, and graduate schools will only accept credentials earned at an accredited school. Attending an accredited school will often increase your opportunities in the long run, as employers usually prefer to hire people who have graduated from accredited programs. Attending a non-accredited program can affect future education, licensure and certifications.

Certifications/Licensure

  • National Council of State Board of Nursing for the NCLEX

Please note: The above content is for informational purposes and is not intended to replace or provide any employer-specific requirements. Please be sure to check your employers’ job descriptions for specific requirements or consult your local HR department.

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