Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse - RNs possess an array of skills that makes them successful. They must have the academic strengths to complete a rigorous education and the people skills to communicate with a diverse patient population. While everyone may excel in some areas more than others, it’s important to foster all of these skills if you want to be a top-tier Registered Nurse:

• Empathy
• Communication
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving
• Diligence and detail-oriented
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Professionalism
• Conflict resolution
• Adaptability/flexibility

Job duties: RNs coordinate patient care, administer medication, assist doctors with exams and surgeries, educate patients, promote wellness and manage other nurses and LPNs. While you can become an RN with a nursing diploma or an ADN, more employers prefer BSN-educated nurses, especially in acute hospital settings. Degree needed: Associate’s (2 years) or bachelor’s (4 years) Median annual salary: $81,220 Become an RN if: You’re interested in a diverse work experience, potential career growth and further educational opportunities.