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Careers in Nursing
"Nurses combine the art of caring with the science
of health care."
The American Nurses Association
 Nursing
May be for you if…
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Being part of a health care team is appealing
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Helping people is fulfilling
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Creating and carrying out a plan is satisfying
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Math, science, and verbal skills are strengths
In High School
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Consider the type of nursing program that is right for
you at this time, such as a 4-year college, 2-year
college, or local nurses aid training. Talk to your
guidance counselor, practicing nurses, and nursing
programs of interest.
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Develop good study habits.
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Gain a firm footing in science- and math-related
courses. Classes that will improve your people skills,
such as psychology, communication, and English, are also
critical.
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Search out opportunities to work, volunteer, or shadow
in nursing care settings.
In College
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Work closely with your academic advisor to ensure that
you are on track to meet your academic and career goals.
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Balance pressures of classroom work and clinical
experiences.
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Explore areas of specialty, such as those listed at
http://www.nursesource.org/description.html
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Consider advanced study, described at several of the
links below.
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