Florence Nightingale is the founder of modern nursing. In 1860, she established a professional nursing school at the St. Thomas Hospital in London and started the foundation of nursing there. It was the first secular nursing school in the world. Since then, she has been inspiring men and women worldwide to become nurses!
Nurses care hold many roles in the work environment. Registered Nurses may work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, home healthcare services, and nursing care facilities. Others may work in outpatient clinics and schools, or serve in the military. To become a registered nurse, there are multiple education paths: a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing (BSN), an associate’s degree in nursing (ADN), or a diploma from an approved nursing program. Registered nurses must be licensed.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026. This is much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur for a number of reasons, including an increased emphasis on preventive care; growing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity; and demand for healthcare services from the baby-boom population, as they live longer and more active lives.Nurses hold a highly important role in the healthcare field and without them, patients, physicians and facilities would not be able to operate as efficiently as they do. Below is information on the many different types of nursing degrees available as well as facts on nursing and information on how you can spread awareness this week!
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