Registered Nurse Career Outlook
According to the bls.gov site, Registered Nurses in the U.S. had a median salary of $75,330/year in 2020 with a required Bachelor’s degree. The number of jobs in 2019 for Registered Nurses was 3,096,700. This occupation is expected to grow at a rate of 7% through 2029.
What do Registered Nurses Do
Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care and educate patients and the public about various health conditions.
Work Environment
Registered nurses work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, home healthcare services, and nursing care facilities. Others work in outpatient clinics and schools.
How to Become a Registered Nurse
Registered nurses usually take one of three education paths: a bachelor’s degree in nursing, an associate’s degree in nursing, or a diploma from an approved nursing program. Registered nurses must be licensed.
Job Outlook
Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 7 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur for a number of reasons, including an increased emphasis on preventive care; increasing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity; and demand for healthcare services from the baby-boom population, as this group leads longer and more active lives.
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