Nursing

201 Careers in Nursing is your guide to careers in nursing practice, education, research, and so much more. Comprehensive in scope and for nurses at all levels, each career description includes educational requirements, core competencies, and required skills. Interviews with nurses working in a variety of roles and settings bring to life the breadth of opportunities available to nurses today.

The Student's Guide to Becoming a Nurse is an essential guide for all student nurses who want to become competent practitioners. It explores the knowledge, skills and attitudes that all pre-registration nursing students must acquire by the end of their programme of study, enabling them to become confident, successful nurses.

A revealing guide to a nursing career written by esteemed reporter Sonny Kleinfield and based on the real-life experiences of the celebrated emergency room nurses of New York's Lenox Hill Hospital--required reading for anyone considering a path to this profession.

Welcome to the nursing field If you are interested in a career as a nurse, you've come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in these fields? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various fields? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more.

"No matter where you are in your career, The Ultimate Career Guide for Nurses will help you get the most out of your career and love what you do! Donna Cardillo takes you step by step through career advancement and both career and personal development."--Back cover.

Jobs in nursing are projected to grow 15% by 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations, because of an increased emphasis on preventive care; growing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity; and greater demand for healthcare services from the baby-boom population. This volume explores all levels of the nursing profession, to give students and adult job-seekers real-world information about their many career paths, including: Cardiovascular Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Geriatric Nursing, Neonatal Nursing, Oncology Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing and Women's Health Nursing.

This book provides practicing nurses and those pursuing a nursing career a thorough understanding of the many career options available outside the hospital.

Whether you are a new nurse looking for your first job or an experienced professional changing specialties, moving up the ladder, or re-entering the workforce, Lisa Mauri Thomas helps you learn how to map out the best strategies for landing your perfect nursing job.

Addresses the practical needs and concerns of men throughout their nursing career journey. The text presents the numerous career paths available in nursing along with a consideration of their financial benefits, job security, personal fulfillment, and the need for nurses who are adept at information management and high tech-skills.

Offers helpful advice to nurses who are "stuck" in their professional nursing journey. Candid and moving examples from knowledgeable, diverse nurses. Addresses the importance of working in Magnet Recognition and Pathway to Excellence Programs. Explains how to develop networks, competencies, and interpersonal skills.