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Provide and coordinate patient care, and educate and support patients and families.

Registered Nurses assess patient health problems. They develop nursing care plans and maintain medical records. They advise patients and provide direct care. They may also provide emotional support to patients and their families.

Wages	$41.96 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training	Associate's degree is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Adult Health Nurse/Nursing Critical Care Nursing Family Practice Nurse/Nursing Nursing Administration Nursing Science Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
On the Job	Work Activities Administer basic health care or medical treatments. Administer intravenous medications. Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources. Treat patients using psychological therapies. Administer anesthetics or sedatives to control pain. Administer non-intravenous medications. Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments. Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery. Immunize patients. Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
Career Pathways	Therapeutic Services
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