Career

Nursing Career Guide

Nursing is a great career. Nurses are there when a baby takes its first breath and when an elderly patient takes their last. No other profession offers so much diversity and opportunity. Explore the endless possibilities of a nursing career, education requirements, and earning potential.

Education

Nursing Programs

Whether you are a recent high school graduate or an adult who plans to return to school, there are nursing programs that are right for you. Once you decide on the type of nursing degree you want to pursue, use our nursing programs database to find schools that will help you earn your degree.

Funding

Scholarships Database

Nursing school is not cheap. An entry-level nursing degree, such as an ADN, costs between $10,000 and $50,000. Luckily, state and federal governments provide grants and loans that can be used to finance your education. Start by applying to FAFSA, and use our scholarships database to look for additional funding.

Nursing Career Spotlight

Radiology Nurse/Certified Radiology Nurse (CRN)

Radiology nurses have a special interest in technology since they operate high-tech diagnostic medical equipment on an everyday basis. This field of nursing is vastly different from typical nursing, requiring a unique set of skills and talents. They work mostly in hospitals, but are beginning to work more in private practices too. Radiology is a dynamic field in nursing with the discovery of new test and diagnostic equipment introduced to healthcare almost yearly. A radiology nurse takes care of patients who need various types of diagnostic tests and treatments. They also care for cancer patients who need radiation therapy as part of their treatment plan. Radiology nurse interview patients for tests and monitor their health status before, during and after tests or treatments. They also assist radiologist with medical procedures. Education Requirements In order to become a radiolo...