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DeVry University
DeVry University offers flexible scheduling and the convenience to study at any of 80+ locations, online or a combination of both. Earn a respected associate degree, bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited university. A career-oriented education from DeVry University will put you in a great place to begin or advance in the workplace when you graduate.
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville University's Online BSN program offers you the opportunity to complete your nursing education online, without ever stepping foot on a college campus.
Penn Foster
Penn Foster offers affordable, self-paced career-focused distance education programs in fields like business, criminal justice, health services, technology, engineering, paralegal studies and more.
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Registered Nurse Advanced Careers
FYI - Registered Nurse Advanced Careers
Registered Nurse - Career Statistics:
- A Registered nurse (RN) works to promote health, prevent disease, and help patients cope with illness.
- It's the largest health care occupation, with more than 2 million jobs.
- Nursing is one of the 10 occupations projected to have the largest numbers of new jobs.
- Job opportunities are expected to be very good.
- Earnings are above average, particularly for advanced practice nurses, who have additional education or training.
- Current Nursing Shortage: Some states report current and projected shortages of RNs.
- About 3 out of 5 nursing jobs are in hospitals, in inpatient and outpatient departments
To become a registered nurse, students must graduate from an approved nursing program and pass a national licensing examination. Nursing education includes classroom instruction and supervised clinical experience in hospitals and other health facilities.
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At University of Phoenix, you can change your life while still having a life. Attend class at the times and places that fit your busy schedule. Learn More |
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Keiser University offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni. We research trends for growing fields and tailor our curriculum to prepare students for entry and advancement to rewarding careers. Learn More |
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Take your career to a whole new level with training from Everest Institute. Programs are available in business, healthcare, or legal studies. Learn more |
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Advanced nursing degrees:
Some career paths are open only to a registered nurse with bachelor's or advanced degree. A bachelor's degree is often necessary for administrative positions, and it is a prerequisite for admission to graduate nursing programs in research, consulting, teaching, or a clinical specialization.
Advanced level registered nurse careers include:
- nurse practitioners
- clinical nurse specialists,
- certified registered nurse anesthetists