what are main activities i expected to do as a qualified nurse?
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Nursing duties are manifold and cover a wide range of functions and responsibilities, that depends with the level of qualification and the working environment. At the initial level, nurses are required for the bedside care of patients, while at senior level they are required to manage special group of people like psychiatric, pediatric, intensive care patients etc which require specialised skills. They are also involved in dispensing medication, keeping records of the patients progress, setting up and operating medical equipment, administration and several other routine chores.  \n\nThis field is both mentally and physically demanding and nurses are often exposed to health risks from infectious diseases. As such this profession demands long hours of work and duties which incorporate both skill and understanding of patients needs. Those who come forward to take up this as a career has to be patient, courageous, have a service mentality and at the same time be ready to work for extra hours even night shifts.
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A couple of quick ideas from this old RN.  How about administration in Hospitals or Nursing homes.  It should be a prerequisite for all those at the top of such organizations to have your background.  I would check with your state requirements for certification process for either of the above and go for it.  How about managing a "non-profit" having to do with the homeless situation in our country or the "battered or abused".  See--I still think like a nurse.  They say that nurses are "born" ,not just educated to do.  Ask yourself--which am I and go for it.  You have enough "book-learning"  dear.  Good luck
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You can do volunteer work at nursing homes, hospitals, or wherever you want to.  Sounds very exciting to me!  Good luck.
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Registered Nurses generally receive their basic preparation through one of three basic avenues:\nGraduation from an associate's degree-granting nursing program (approximately three years of college level study with a strong emphasis on \nclinical knowledge and skills)earning the degree of ASN/AAS in Nursing.\n\nGraduation with a three-year (diploma) certificate from a hospital-based school of nursing (non-degree). Few of these programs remain in the US and the proportion of nurses practicing with a diploma is rapidly decreasing.\n\nGraduation from a university with a bachelor's degree in nursing (a four - five year program conferring the BSN/BN degree with enhanced emphasis on leadership and research as well as clinically-focused courses).\n\nAs far as courses:\nAnatomy and physiology\nMicrobiology\nPharmacology and medication administration\nPsychology\nNursing ethics\nNursing theory\nNursing practice\nLegal issues in nursing practice
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Be a registered nurse, its rewarding and nowadays highly specialized.  An ER, OR or an ICU nurse pays off well, overtime pay is notoriously high (be ready for holiday work though). Other specializations like geriatic or bariatic nursing care are also newer fields in patient care. I heard from a nursing school director that trauma nurses are kinda outflanked by paramedics and associate doctors. Technology based specializations in medicine is easily outpaced by progress and new inventions.  Good luck!
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dental nurse\nThe work\n\nDental nurses work closely with dentists, providing assistance throughout a patient’s visit. Their duties include:\n\npreparing the surgery \npassing instruments \nremoving water and saliva from the patient’s mouth \nsterilising instruments \npreparing fillings. \nIf the dentist uses general anaesthetic, a suitably trained and qualified nurse may monitor the patient’s welfare. \n\n\n\nDental nurses maintain sterile conditions and ensure health and safety policy is adhered to. They help the dentist to record information about each patient and carry out stock control. They may also process radiographs. \n\nEnsuring patients feel comfortable and relaxed at all times is important. In general practice, a dental nurse may assist on reception and with the administration of the practice. \n\n\n\n\nHours and Environment\nDental nurses generally work 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Unsocial hours may be required to accommodate patients' needs. Part-time work is sometimes possible. \n\nDental nurses work in the NHS, private practice, community dental services, hospitals, industry, universities or the Armed Forces. Travel may be involved when working in certain branches. \n\nDental surgeries are clean, sterile and well-lit. Dental nurses wear a uniform and surgical gloves for protection. Safety glasses and a mask are also necessary to reduce the risk of cross-infection. \n\nThe majority of a dental nurse's work involves standing, which can be tiring. \n\n\n\nSkills and Interests\nTo be a dental nurse you should: \n\nbe genuinely interested in the welfare of your patients \nhave a high level of manual dexterity, good eyesight and good physical health \nbe friendly and sympathetic with a calm, confident and reassuring manner \nbe able to relate well to a wide range of people including children and people with special needs \nhave a flexible approach to work in order to cope with frequent changes in schedule \nbe able to work well in a team \nhave good organisational skills to manage the administrative aspects of the job. \n\nEntry\n\nMany new entrants to this field start work with a general dental practice as a trainee dental nurse, learning on the job, and studying part-time for an approved qualification and entry onto the General Dental Council (GDC) register; see Training section for details.\n\nIt is also possible to begin working as a student dental nurse within a dental hospital or the Community Dental Service. \n\nAn alternative way into dental nursing is to study full-time for an approved qualification with a college, university or dental hospital. Courses combine theory with practical work; see Training section for details. \n\nThere are no set academic qualifications required to begin working as a trainee in a dental practice or clinic. However, most employers and course providers will ask for four GCSEs (A-C)/S grades (1-3) including English, and a science related subject; equivalent alternative qualifications may also be accepted. Personal qualities and suitability for the work are also important. \n\nAn Access to Higher Education qualification may also be accepted for entry to certain courses. Please check with course providers for exact entry requirements. \n\nApprenticeships may be available for those under the age of 24. In England these are currently Apprenticeships (level 2) and Advanced Apprenticeships (level 3). To find out more about these, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk\n\nApprenticeships may be different in other areas. For further information see Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland\n\n\nTraining\nSince the end of July 2006, dental nurses have been able to join the General Dental Council (GDC) register - by July 2008, it will be an essential requirement for all dental nurses to be on the GDC register in order to practise in the UK. \n\nTo be considered a qualified dental nurse, with access onto the register, you should achieve one of the following: \n\nthe National Examining B
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You have to go to a nursing school there first I would imagine.
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if you mean; 'tell me about admitting a patient and orientating them to the ward.' lol...then;\n\nmake sure you follow hospital protocal , and give them a tour or fire exits, toilets, nurses station, their call bell, and bed controls, tv remote, etc.
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Time management\n-keep a dayplanner\n-set realistic daily goals\n-prioritize tasks in order of importance\n-Don't wait til the last minute\n\nHandling Stress\n-avoid gossip\n-exercise\n-get plenty of rest (impossible as a nursing student)\n-don't sweat the small stuff\n-develop a network of support\n\nHospital Relations/Clinical Instructors (tough one)\n-Relax, take a deep breath\n-Think about the feedback, is it true?\n-Know your role. \n-Stay on top of tasks and approach the hour that a task is due as a deadline and not a start time\n-Don't internalize feedback. Take what you need and discard the rest\n-Address problems with the source using tact and professionalism.\n-Get plenty of rest the night before clinical\n-Try to have fun!\n \nDon't let it break you. You are almost there!
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Study hard.. Do a-levels and you will become an excellent nurse
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Your objective should honestly reflect what your goal is if you get the job.  So - - - if you are applying for a hospital nurse position, which would be an entry level staff nurse since you will be a new grad, your objective might be:\nTo ulitilize my education and skills in nursing;  to gain the most experience in order to advance in my career in acute hospital care.  \nYou might tweak it to reflect whatever area of nursing you are interested in, whether ER, L&D. Surgery, etc.
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The time they go to school, the state test that they take, the pay they get, the different responsibilities and duties.\n\nRN - Registered Nurse\nLPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
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You can consider being a nurse, paramedic, or pharmacist.
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I hope that you are not asking this question for yourself. You need more education and common sense to be a nurse-- Problem solving skills that go beyond yahoo answers.
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A High School or GED diploma is a must.  Next step is to complete specific course work leading to your career of choice.  One year of schooling at a technical/vocational school should enable you to get your foot in the door as a Nurses Aide.  A two year Associates degree will earn you a Licensed Practical Nurses credentials.  A four year Bachelor of Science degree will earn you the designation as a Registered Nurse (RN).  The more education you complete, the more money you will make.  Registered Nurses are in high demand.  The annual income of a Registered Nurse is three to five times that of a Nurses Aide depending on geographical location and areas of specialty.\n\nGood luck with your career of choice.
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Helpful Tips on Starting a Nursing Career\n\nGraduates completing their nursing program can look forward to entering a profession that is in great demand.  Across the country, there are over 20,000 openings for staff nurses to work in hospitals, clinics, home care, private practice, schools, military service, occupational settings, and health and wellness centers.\n\nEntry-level nursing positions start in the range of $35,000 to $50,000 with additional compensation for overtime, night and weekend work.  Given the nationwide nursing shortage, employers often “sweeten the pie” by providing sign-on bonuses of $3,000 to $6,000 along with up to $5,000 in reimbursed relocation expenses. In addition to competitive salaries, employers typically offer benefits packages that include health insurance, vacation and holiday pay, college tuition reimbursement, childcare allowance, flexible scheduling, and pension plans.\n\nThe nursing profession offers many challenges and significant rewards to those who enter the field devoted to the calling of relieving human suffering and dedicated to advancing their career.  Although it is not difficult finding a job as a new graduate, it does take careful planning to carve out a career as a distinguished Registered Nurse.  Here are some practical pointers to accomplish that goal:\n\nProvide quality patient care.  This is what your training has prepared you for as a personal caregiver and valuable member of a medical team.  Be diligent in establishing a reputation for providing quality patient care and supporting your health organization’s mission.  Along with demonstrating core competencies, develop the “people skills” required for you to work comfortably with all types of patients, physicians and other medical staff. \nStay on the cutting edge of medical knowledge.  To maintain state licensure and remain in good standing with your employer, you will need to accumulate a number of Continuing Nurse Education credits (CNE’s) each year.  In addition to acquiring CNE’s through formal classroom instruction, why not take advantage of the numerous online opportunities for CNE training?  (As one example, check out what’s offered on Nursingcenter.com:  www.nursingcenter.com/ce/index.cfm). \n\nTo stay abreast of medical advancements, trends and social issues that impact the nursing field, take time to regularly read professional publications like Nursing 2001, RN Journal, NurseWeek, RN Magazine, and Journal of the National Black Nurses Association.  Some have online versions that you can easily access at your leisure and convenience.\n\nBecome more “culturally competent.”  Nurses, like physicians and other health practitioners, are challenged to provide care to patient populations that are becoming increasingly culturally diverse.  One way to achieve this goal is to take advantage of any in-service training related to heightening cultural sensitivity, working with language translators, and so on.  More ambitious RN’s might also consider learning “medical Spanish” in order to better relate to the fastest growing ethnic groups in the United States—persons of Hispanic/Latino background.  (One example of a medical Spanish program is found at www.idrama.com/MedSpan.htm). \n\nNetwork with other medical professionals. Topping the list would be other RN’s who have distinguished themselves in their field.  Networking contacts can also include nurse educators, career strategists, and nurse entrepreneurs (such as Nurse Legal Consultants), who can all provide valuable perspectives on career advancement issues.  Another important avenue for networking is to become involved in one or more professional associations, such as the American Nurses Association and the National Black Nurses Association.  The contacts, information sharing, and career resources these associations offer are invaluable for RN’s who are serious about career advancement. \nMake yourself more marketable.  Like other professi
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go to www.dora.state.co.us/nursing/\nthe website tells you step by step what to do. depending on when you move up there, MAKE SURE YOU KEEP ALL OF YOUR SCHOOL STUFF: transcripts, college syllabus, everything;which in turn save you a lot of headache and stress!