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Registered
Nurse ::: Significant Points
* Registered nurses (RNs) constitute the largest healthcare
occupation, with 2.6 million jobs.
* About 60 percent of RN jobs are in hospitals.
* The three typical educational paths to registered nursing
are a bachelor's degree, an associate degree, and a diploma
from an approved nursing program; advanced practice
nurses—clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists,
nurse-midwives, and nurse practitioners—need a master’s
degree.
* Overall job opportunities are expected to be excellent,
but may vary by employment and geographic setting; some
employers report difficulty in attracting and retaining an
adequate number of RNs.
Who are Cleveland, Ohio Registered Nurses -
Cleveland RN's? :
Cleveland, Ohio, Registered nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work
setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public
about various medical conditions, and provide advice and
emotional support to patients' family members. Registered
nurses in Cleveland, Ohio record patients' medical histories and
symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results,
operate medical machinery, administer treatment and
medications, and help with patient follow-up and
rehabilitation.
Registered nurses (RNs) in Ohio teach patients and their families
how to manage their illnesses or injuries, explaining
post-treatment home care needs; diet, nutrition, and
exercise programs; and self-administration of medication and
physical therapy. Some Cleveland, Ohio registered nurses (RNs) may work to
promote general health by educating the public on warning
signs and symptoms of disease. Registered nurses in Cleveland, Ohio (RNs) also
might run general health screening or immunization clinics,
blood drives, and public seminars on various conditions.
When caring for patients, Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) establish
a care plan or contribute to an existing plan. Plans may
include numerous activities, such as administering
medication, including careful checking of dosages and
avoiding interactions; starting, maintaining, and
discontinuing intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication,
blood, and blood products; administering therapies and
treatments; observing the patient and recording those
observations; and consulting with physicians and other
healthcare clinicians. Some Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurse's provide
direction to licensed practical nurses and nursing aides
regarding patient care. (See the statements on Cleveland Ohio licensed
practical and Cleveland Ohio licensed vocational nurses; Cleveland Ohio nursing and
Cleveland Ohio psychiatric aides; and Cleveland Ohio home health aides elsewhere in the
Handbook). Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) with advanced educational
preparation and training may perform diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures and may have prescriptive authority.
Specific work responsibilities will vary from one Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurse (RN) to the next. An Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) duties
and title are often determined by their work setting or
patient population served. Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) can
specialize in one or more areas of patient care. There
generally are four ways to specialize. Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) may work a particular setting or type of treatment,
such as perioperative nurses, who work in operating rooms
and assist surgeons. Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) may specialize
in specific health conditions, as do diabetes management
nurses, who assist patients to manage diabetes.
Other Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) specialize in working with one
or more organs or body system types, such as dermatology
nurses, who work with patients who have skin
disorders. Registered Nurses in Cleveland, Ohio - RNs - may also specialize
with a well-defined population, such as geriatric nurses,
who work with the elderly. Some Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) may
combine specialties. For example, pediatric oncology nurses
deal with children and adolescents who have cancer. The
opportunities for specialization in registered nursing are
extensive and are often determined on the job.
There are many options for Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) who
specialize in a work setting or type of treatment.
Ambulatory care nurses provide preventive care and treat
patients with a variety of illnesses and injuries in
physicians' offices or in clinics. Some ambulatory care
nurses are involved in telehealth, providing care and advice
through electronic communications media such as
videoconferencing, the Internet, or by telephone. Cleveland, Ohio, Critical
care nurses provide care to patients with serious, complex,
and acute illnesses or injuries that require very close
monitoring and extensive medication protocols and therapies. Cleveland, Ohio, Critical
care nurses often work in critical or intensive
care hospital units. Emergency, or trauma, nurses work in
hospital or stand-alone emergency departments, providing
initial assessments and care for patients with
life-threatening conditions. Some Cleveland, Ohio emergency nurses may
become qualified to serve as transport nurses, who provide
medical care to patients who are transported by helicopter
or airplane to the nearest medical facility. Cleveland, Ohio, Holistic nurses
provide care such as acupuncture, massage and aroma therapy,
and biofeedback, which are meant to treat patients' mental
and spiritual health in addition to their physical health. Cleveland, Ohio,
Home healthcare nurses provide at-home nursing care for
patients, often as follow-up care after discharge from a
hospital or from a rehabilitation, long-term care, or
skilled nursing facility. Cleveland, Ohio, Hospice and palliative care nurses
provide care, most often in home or hospice settings,
focused on maintaining quality of life for terminally ill
patients. Cleveland, Ohio, infusion nurses administer medications, fluids,
and blood to patients through injections into patients'
veins. Cleveland, Ohio long-term care nurses provide healthcare services on
a recurring basis to patients with chronic physical or
mental disorders, often in long-term care or skilled nursing
facilities. Cleveland, Ohio, medical-surgical nurses provide health promotion
and basic medical care to patients with various medical and
surgical diagnoses. Cleveland, Ohio, occupational health nurses seek to
prevent job-related injuries and illnesses, provide
monitoring and emergency care services, and help employers
implement health and safety standards. Cleveland, Ohio, perianesthesia nurses
provide preoperative and postoperative care to patients
undergoing anesthesia during surgery or other procedure.
Cleveland, Ohio, perioperative nurses assist surgeons by selecting and
handling instruments, controlling bleeding, and suturing
incisions. Some of these nurses also can specialize in
plastic and reconstructive surgery. Cleveland, Ohio, psychiatric-mental
health nurses treat patients with personality and mood
disorders. Cleveland, Ohio, radiology nurses provide care to patients
undergoing diagnostic radiation procedures such as
ultrasounds, magnetic resonance imaging, and radiation
therapy for oncology diagnoses. Cleveland, Ohio, rehabilitation nurses care
for patients with temporary and permanent disabilities.
Cleveland, Ohio, transplant nurses care for both transplant recipients and
living donors and monitor signs of organ rejection.
Cleveland, Ohio, registered Nurses (RNs) specializing in a particular
disease, ailment, or healthcare condition are employed in
virtually all work settings, including physicians' offices,
outpatient treatment facilities, home healthcare agencies,
and hospitals. Cleveland, Ohio, addictions nurses care for patients seeking
help with alcohol, drug, tobacco, and other addictions.
Intellectual and developmental disabilities nurses provide
care for patients with physical, mental, or behavioral
disabilities; care may include help with feeding,
controlling bodily functions, sitting or standing
independently, and speaking or other communication. Cleveland, Ohio, diabetes
management nurses help diabetics to manage their disease by
teaching them proper nutrition and showing them how to test
blood sugar levels and administer insulin injections.
Cleveland, Ohio, genetics nurses provide early detection screenings,
counseling, and treatment of patients with genetic
disorders, including cystic fibrosis and Huntington's
disease. Cleveland, Ohio, HIV/AIDS nurses care for patients diagnosed with
HIV and AIDS. Cleveland, Ohio, oncology nurses care for patients with various
types of cancer and may assist in the administration of
radiation and chemotherapies and follow-up monitoring.
Cleveland, Ohio, Wound, ostomy, and continence nurses treat patients with
wounds caused by traumatic injury, ulcers, or arterial
disease; provide postoperative care for patients with
openings that allow for alternative methods of bodily waste
elimination; and treat patients with urinary and fecal
incontinence.
Registered Nurses in Cleveland, Ohio (RNs) specializing in treatment of a
particular organ or body system usually are employed in
hospital specialty or critical care units, specialty
clinics, and outpatient care facilities. Cleveland, Ohio, cardiovascular
nurses treat patients with coronary heart disease and those
who have had heart surgery, providing services such as
postoperative rehabilitation. Cleveland, Ohio, dermatology nurses treat
patients with disorders of the skin, such as skin cancer and
psoriasis. Cleveland, Ohio, gastroenterology nurses treat patients with
digestive and intestinal disorders, including ulcers, acid
reflux disease, and abdominal bleeding. Some Cleveland, Ohio, nurses in this
field also assist in specialized procedures such as
endoscopies, which look inside the gastrointestinal tract
using a tube equipped with a light and a camera that can
capture images of diseased tissue. Cleveland, Ohio, gynecology nurses provide
care to women with disorders of the reproductive system,
including endometriosis, cancer, and sexually transmitted
diseases. Cleveland, Ohio, nephrology nurses care for patients with kidney
disease caused by diabetes, hypertension, or substance
abuse. Cleveland, Ohio, neuroscience nurses care for patients with
dysfunctions of the nervous system, including brain and
spinal cord injuries and seizures. Cleveland, Ohio, ophthalmic nurses provide
care to patients with disorders of the eyes, including
blindness and glaucoma, and to patients undergoing eye
surgery. Cleveland, Ohio, orthopedic nurses care for patients with muscular
and skeletal problems, including arthritis, bone fractures,
and muscular dystrophy. Cleveland, Ohio, otorhinolaryngology nurses care for
patients with ear, nose, and throat disorders, such as cleft
palates, allergies, and sinus disorders. Cleveland, Ohio, respiratory nurses
provide care to patients with respiratory disorders such as
asthma, tuberculosis, and cystic fibrosis. Cleveland, Ohio, urology nurses
care for patients with disorders of the kidneys, urinary
tract, and male reproductive organs, including infections,
kidney and bladder stones, and cancers.
Cleveland, Ohio, registered Nurses (RNs) who specialize by population provide
preventive and acute care in all healthcare settings to the
segment of the population in which they specialize,
including newborns (neonatology), children and adolescents
(pediatrics), adults, and the elderly (gerontology or
geriatrics). Cleveland, Ohio, registered Nurses (RNs) also may provide basic
healthcare to patients outside of healthcare settings in
such venues as including correctional facilities, schools,
summer camps, and the military. Some Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs)
travel around the United States and throughout the world
providing care to patients in areas with shortages of
healthcare workers.
Most Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) work as staff nurses as members
of a team providing critical healthcare. However,
some Cleveland, Ohio, Registered Nurses (RNs) choose to become advanced
practice nurses, who work independently or in collaboration
with physicians, and may focus on the provision of primary
care services. Cleveland, Ohio, Clinical nurse specialists provide direct
patient care and expert consultations in one of many nursing
specialties, such as psychiatric-mental health. Cleveland, Ohio, Nurse
anesthetists provide anesthesia and related care before and
after surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic and obstetrical
procedures. They also provide pain management and emergency
services, such as airway management. Cleveland, Ohio, Nurse-midwives provide
primary care to women, including gynecological exams, family
planning advice, prenatal care, assistance in labor and
delivery, and neonatal care. Cleveland, Ohio, Nurse practitioners serve as
primary and specialty care providers, providing a blend of
nursing and healthcare services to patients and families.
The most common specialty areas for Cleveland, Ohio, nurse practitioners are
family practice, adult practice, women's health, pediatrics,
acute care, and geriatrics. However, there are a variety of
other specialties that Cleveland, Ohio, nurse practitioners can choose,
including neonatology and mental health. Cleveland, Ohio, Advanced practice
nurses can prescribe medications in all States and in the
District of Columbia.
Some Ravenna, Ohio, nurses have jobs that require little or no direct
patient care, but still require an active RN license. Ohio
Forensics nurses participate in the scientific investigation
and treatment of abuse victims, violence, criminal activity,
and traumatic accident. Ravenna, Ohio, Infection control nurses identify,
track, and control infectious outbreaks in healthcare
facilities and develop programs for outbreak prevention and
response to biological terrorism. Chardon Ohio, Nurse educators plan,
develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs and
curricula for the professional development of student nurses
and RNs. Beachwood, Ohio, Nurse informaticists manage and communicate nursing
data and information to improve decision making by
consumers, patients, nurses, and other healthcare
providers. Westlake, Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) also may work as
healthcare consultants, public policy advisors,
pharmaceutical and medical supply researchers and
salespersons, and medical writers and editors.
Work environment. Most Conneaut, Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) work in
well-lit, comfortable healthcare facilities. Home health and
public health nurses travel to patients' homes, schools,
community centers, and other sites. Ohio RNs may spend
considerable time walking, bending, stretching, and
standing. Patients in hospitals and nursing care facilities
require 24-hour care; consequently, nurses in these
institutions may work nights, weekends, and holidays. Ohio RNs
also may be on call—available to work on short notice.
Ohio Nurses who work in offices, schools, and other settings that
do not provide 24-hour care are more likely to work regular
business hours. About 20 percent of Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs)
worked part time in 2008.
Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) may be in close contact with
individuals who have infectious diseases and with toxic,
harmful, or potentially hazardous compounds, solutions, and
medications. Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) must observe rigid,
standardized guidelines to guard against disease and other
dangers, such as those posed by radiation, accidental needle
sticks, chemicals used to sterilize instruments, and
anesthetics. In addition, they are vulnerable to back injury
when moving patients.
Ohio Registered nurses teach patients and their families how to
manage their illness or injury.
Ohio Registered Nurses
(RNs) Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement :
The three typical educational paths to Ohio registered nursing
are a bachelor's degree, an associate degree, and a diploma
from an approved Ohio nursing program. Ohio Nurses most commonly enter
the occupation by completing an associate degree or
bachelor's degree program. Individuals then must complete a
national licensing examination in order to obtain a nursing
license. Ohio Advanced practice nurses— Ohio clinical nurse
specialists, Ohio nurse anesthetists, Ohio nurse-midwives, and Ohio nurse
practitioners—need a master’s degree.
Education and training. There are three typical educational
paths to Ohio registered nursing—a bachelor's of science degree
in nursing (BSN), an associate degree in nursing (ADN), and
a diploma. BSN programs, offered by colleges and
universities, take about 4 years to complete. ADN programs,
offered by community and junior colleges, take about 2 to 3
years to complete. Diploma programs, administered in
hospitals, last about 3 years. Generally, licensed graduates
of any of the three types of educational programs qualify
for entry-level positions as a staff nurse. There are
hundreds of Ohio registered nursing programs that result in an
ADN or BSN; however, there are relatively few diploma
programs.
Individuals considering a career in Ohio nursing should carefully
weigh the advantages and disadvantages of enrolling in each
type of education program. Advancement opportunities may be
more limited for ADN and diploma holders compared to RNs who
obtain a BSN or higher. Individuals who complete a
bachelor's degree receive more training in areas such as
communication, leadership, and critical thinking, all of
which are becoming more important as nursing practice
becomes more complex. Additionally, bachelor's degree
programs offer more clinical experience in nonhospital
settings. A bachelor's or higher degree is often necessary
for administrative positions, research, consulting, and
teaching
Many Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) with an ADN or diploma later
enter bachelor's degree programs to prepare for a broader
scope of nursing practice. Often, they can find an
entry-level position and then take advantage of tuition
reimbursement benefits to work toward a BSN by completing an
RN -to - BSN program. Accelerated master's degree in nursing
(MSN) programs also are available. They typically take 3-4
years to complete full time and result in the award of both
the BSN and MSN.
There are education programs available for people interested
in switching to a career in nursing as well. Individuals who
already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field may enroll
in an accelerated BSN program. Accelerated BSN programs last
12 to 18 months and provide the fastest route to a BSN for
individuals who already hold a degree. MSN programs also are
available for individuals who hold a bachelor's or higher
degree in another field; master’s degree programs usually
last 2 years.
All Ohio nursing education programs include classroom instruction
and supervised clinical experience in hospitals and other
healthcare facilities. Students take courses in anatomy,
physiology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, psychology
and other behavioral sciences, and nursing. Coursework also
includes the liberal arts for ADN and BSN students.
Supervised clinical experience is provided in hospital
departments such as pediatrics, psychiatry, maternity, and
surgery. A number of programs include clinical experience in
nursing care facilities, public health departments, home
health agencies, and ambulatory clinics.
Licensure and certification. In all States, the District of
Columbia, and U.S. territories, students must graduate from
an approved nursing program and pass a national licensing
examination, known as the National Council Licensure
Examination, or NCLEX - RN, in order to obtain a nursing
license. Other eligibility requirements for licensure vary
by State. Contact your State’s board of nursing for details.
Other qualifications. Ohio Nurses should be caring, sympathetic,
responsible, and detail oriented. They must be able to
direct or supervise others, correctly assess patients'
conditions, and determine when consultation is required.
They need emotional stability to cope with human suffering,
emergencies, and other stresses.
Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) should enjoy learning because
continuing education credits are required by some States
and/or employers at regular intervals. Career-long learning
is a distinct reality for Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs).
Some Ohio nurses may become credentialed in specialties such as
ambulatory care, gerontology, informatics, pediatrics, and
many others. Credentialing for Ohio RNs is available from the
American Nursing Credentialing Center, the National League
for Nursing, and many others. Although credentialing is
usually voluntary, it demonstrates adherence to a higher
standard and some employers may require it.
Advancement. Most Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) begin as staff
nurses in hospitals and, with experience and good
performance, often move to other settings or are promoted to
positions with more responsibility. In management, nurses
can advance from assistant unit manager or head nurse to
more senior-level administrative roles of assistant
director, director, vice president, or chief of nursing.
Increasingly, management-level nursing positions require a
graduate or an advanced degree in nursing or health services
administration. Administrative positions require leadership,
communication and negotiation skills, and good judgment.
Some Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) choose to become advanced
practice nurses, who work independently or in collaboration
with physicians, and may focus on providing primary care
services. There are four types of advanced practice nurses: Ohio
clinical nurse specialists, Ohio nurse anesthetists, Ohio
nurse-midwives, and Ohio nurse practitioners. Ohio Clinical nurse
specialists provide direct patient care and expert
consultations in one of many nursing specialties, such as
psychiatric-mental health. Ohio Nurse anesthetists provide
anesthesia and related care before and after surgical,
therapeutic, diagnostic, and obstetrical procedures. They
also provide pain management and emergency services, such as
airway management. Ohio Nurse-midwives provide primary care to
women, including gynecological exams, family planning
advice, prenatal care, assistance in labor and delivery, and
neonatal care. Ohio Nurse practitioners serve as primary and
specialty care providers, providing a blend of nursing and
healthcare services to patients and families.
All four types of advanced practice nurses require at least
a master's degree. In addition, all States specifically
define requirements for registered nurses in advanced
practice roles. Advanced practice nurses may prescribe
medicine, but the authority to prescribe varies by State.
Contact your State’s board of nursing for specific
regulations regarding advanced practice nurses.
Some Ohio nurses move into the business side of healthcare. Their Ohio
nursing expertise and experience on a healthcare team equip
them to manage ambulatory, acute, home-based, and chronic
care businesses. Employers—including hospitals, insurance
companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and managed care
organizations, among others — need Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) for
health planning and development, marketing, consulting,
policy development, and quality assurance. Other nurses work
as college and university faculty or conduct research.
Employment About this section
As the largest healthcare occupation, registered nurses held
about 2.6 million jobs in 2008. Hospitals employed the
majority of RNs, with 60 percent of such jobs. About 8
percent of jobs were in offices of physicians, 5 percent in
home healthcare services, 5 percent in nursing care
facilities, and 3 percent in employment services. The
remainder worked mostly in government agencies, social
assistance agencies, and educational services.
Job Outlook For Ohio Registered
Nurses (RNs):
Overall job opportunities for Ohio registered nurses are expected
to be excellent, but may vary by employment and geographic
setting. Some employers report difficulty in attracting and
retaining an adequate number of Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs).
Employment of Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) is expected to grow
much faster than the average and, because the occupation is
very large, 581,500 new jobs will result, among the largest
number of new jobs for any occupation. Additionally,
hundreds of thousands of job openings will result from the
need to replace experienced nurses who leave the occupation.
Employment change. Employment of registered nurses is
expected to grow by 22 percent from 2008 to 2018, much
faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will be
driven by technological advances in patient care, which
permit a greater number of health problems to be treated,
and by an increasing emphasis on preventive care. In
addition, the number of older people, who are much more
likely than younger people to need nursing care, is
projected to grow rapidly.
However, employment of Registered Nurses (RNs) will not grow
at the same rate in every industry. The projected growth
rates for Registered Nurses (RNs) in the industries with the
highest employment of these workers are:
Industry Percent
Offices of physicians 48
Home health care services 33
Nursing care facilities 25
Employment services 24
Hospitals, public and private 17
Employment is expected to grow more slowly in
hospitals—healthcare's largest industry—than in most other
healthcare industries. While the intensity of nursing care
is likely to increase, requiring more nurses per patient,
the number of inpatients (those who remain in the hospital
for more than 24 hours) is not likely to grow by much.
Patients are being discharged earlier, and more procedures
are being done on an outpatient basis, both inside and
outside hospitals. Rapid growth is expected in hospital
outpatient facilities, such as those providing same-day
surgery, rehabilitation, and chemotherapy.
More and more sophisticated procedures, once performed only
in hospitals, are being performed in physicians' offices and
in outpatient care centers, such as freestanding ambulatory
surgical and emergency centers. Accordingly, employment is
expected to grow fast in these places as healthcare in
general expands.
Employment in nursing care facilities is expected to grow
because of increases in the number of older persons, many of
whom require long-term care. Many elderly patients want to
be treated at home or in residential care facilities, which
will drive demand for Ohio Registered Nurses (RNs) in those
settings. The financial pressure on hospitals to discharge
patients as soon as possible should produce more admissions
to nursing and residential care facilities and referrals to
home healthcare. Job growth also is expected in units that
provide specialized long-term rehabilitation for stroke and
head injury patients, as well as units that treat
Alzheimer's victims.
Employment in home healthcare is expected to increase in
response to the growing number of older persons with
functional disabilities, consumer preference for care in the
home, and technological advances that make it possible to
bring increasingly complex treatments into the home. The
type of care demanded will require nurses who are able to
perform complex procedures.
Job prospects.
Overall job opportunities are expected to be excellent for Ohio
registered nurses. Employers in some parts of the country
and in certain employment settings report difficulty in
attracting and retaining an adequate number of Registered
Nurses (RNs), primarily because of an aging Registered Nurse
workforce and a lack of younger workers to fill positions.
Qualified applicants to nursing schools are being turned
away because of a shortage of nursing faculty. The need for
nursing faculty will only increase as many instructors near
retirement. Despite the slower employment growth in
hospitals, job opportunities
should still be excellent because of the
relatively high turnover of hospital nurses. To attract and
retain qualified nurses, hospitals may offer signing
bonuses, family-friendly work schedules, or subsidized
training. Although faster employment growth is projected in
physicians' offices and outpatient care centers, Registered
Nurses (RNs) may face greater competition for these
positions because they generally offer regular working hours
and more comfortable working environments.
Generally, Registered Nurses (RNs) with at least a
bachelor's degree will have better job prospects than those
without a bachelor's. In addition, all four advanced
practice specialties—clinical nurse specialists, nurse
practitioners, nurse-midwives, nurse anesthetists (NA's) (CRNA's),
Doctors of Nurse Anesthesia practice (DNAP's) —will be in
high demand, particularly in medically underserved areas
such as inner cities and rural areas. Relative to
physicians, these Registered Nurses (RNs) increasingly serve
as lower-cost primary care providers.
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