Registered Nurse 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
Getting started
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, see the Career Pathways Dates and Locations page for a list of upcoming info sessions and application dates. You can then RSVP for an info session via MyEdFund, our secure member portal. Also see the Career Pathway FAQs for more information.
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 or CareerOneStop.
Education in Action
Dmitri Rybin
Dmitry Rybin, an RN at Dignity Health Mercy General in Sacramento, was working as a Surgical Technologist when a coworker told him about the Education Fund.
With the help of Education Fund programs and career counselors to provide guidance, Dmitry applied for nursing school, taking one class at a time. He was able to continue working as a Surg Tech while he was in school and became “more and more motivated each semester.”
After ten years in healthcare, Dmitry graduated nursing school and became an RN. He said he looks back at where he was ten years ago and “doesn’t recognize himself.” Going back to school sparked a passion for learning he didn’t know he had. Dmitry encourages his colleagues to “start small and follow their passion” – it might just change their life.
Education or training requirements
- Minimum associate degree is required for jobs
- Bachelor’s degree is required for some jobs
Accrediting Agencies
- The Board of Registered Nursing
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 Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN)
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.
Interested?
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, see the Career Pathways Dates and Locations page for a list of upcoming info sessions and application dates. You can then RSVP for an info session via MyEdFund, our secure member portal. Also see the Career Pathway FAQs for more information. More questions? Contact the team at: pathways@theedfund.org.