
Ninety-nine Nursing Professions after a Nursing Degree – Part 3
December 9, 2015 | By inscol@admin
This blog is in continuation to the one written earlier under the same title and the introduction.
The responsibilities of a nurse mostly depends on the nursing specialty and the field of practice in different types of healthcare settings. A nurse can find career opportunities in hospitals, nursing care facilities, prisons, military bases, private clinics, nursing schools, mentor other nurses, handle administrative tasks and even conduct research jobs. If you are about to pursue nursing degree and want to know about the professions you can opt for your career ahead, this list of 99 nursing profession that was published in nursejournal.org is just for you. However, there are few professions that requires a master’s degree (MSN) and the specialization in the field of practice.
70. Epidemics Research NurseThere is a significant worry that we are on the brink of a new epidemic or pandemic, like Ebola. Nurses are needed to research the various new illnesses and come up with cures and techniques to prevent spreading.
71. Asylum NurseAsylum seekers often have highly complex health needs, including psychological needs.
72. Nurse for At Risk PopulationsCertain populations are classed as “at risk,” such as veterans and the homeless. They often require specialized health care.
73. Nurse LobbyistYou will speak to Congressmen and Senators in the hope of encouraging certain health care ideas to be legislated and receive funding.
74. Federal Health Care NurseWork on federal health care development programs to affect outcomes for various populations.
75. Continuous Professional Education CoordinationAll nurses are dedicated to their continuous professional education. Coordinating this and keeping on records on further education is an interesting and varied role.
76. Bioterrorism Research NurseBioterrorism requires extensive knowledge on development and behavior of pathogens.
77. Medical JournalistInvestigate and report on healthcare issues around the globe.
78. Disaster Management and Relief NurseProvide health care to affected populations after a disaster.
79. Toxicology NurseHaving an understanding of poisons and their effects on humans is hugely important.
80. Environmental Health NurseEnvironmental health, how our behavior affects the planet and how the planet affects our health are very important issues to look at for a nurse.
81. Hazardous Waste NurseHazardous waste could have devastating consequences on the health of entire populations.
82. Industrial NurseThis is closely related to occupational health, although this type of nurse will look more at overall risk and hazard prevention.
83. Forensic NurseForensic nursing is often required after crimes have been committed.
84. Study Programs Development NurseDevelop programs for the next nursing generation.
85. Vaccine Research NurseEnsure that people are immunized against various illnesses, and review their effectiveness and possible side effects.
86. Ambulatory Care NurseWith ambulatory care, cases that would usually require stay in hospital are resolved on an outpatient basis.
87. Flight or Transport NurseHelp treat people who have to be expatriated due to illness or injury.
88. Certified Nurse AssistantSupport the workload of other nurses and ensure they can perform their job properly.
89. Cardiac Catheterization Lab NurseHelp to insert catheters into aortas to diagnose heart conditions.
90. HIV/AIDS NurseHIV/AIDS continues to be a significant health issue that requires research, development and care.
91. Genetics NurseYou will research genes and their effects.
92. Holistic NurseHolistic nurses believe everything is interconnected and needs to be addressed in order to provide great health care.
93. Mind, Body and Spirit NurseVery similar to holistic nursing but you often use Eastern and Oriental care techniques, including Reiki and acupuncture.
94. Legal Nurse ConsultantProvide consultation on legal matters within the health care field.
95. NICU NurseWork with very sick and premature babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
96. Peri-Anesthesia NurseHelp patients who are coming out of anesthesia.
97. Peri-Operative NurseLook after patients who are recovering from surgery.
98. Wound Ostomy Continence NursingThis is a highly specialized field of nursing where you deal with patients who have problems with wounds, ostomy and continence. Only some 4,000 nurses worldwide have specialized in this field to date.
99. Inspire OthersBe an inspiration to other people by showing your care and dedication to others.
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