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

Nurse Practitioner

What is a Nurse Practitioner (NP)? Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) that have completed graduate-level training and possess prior nursing experience. NPs are growing in popularity each day. These clinicians blend the evidence from medical knowledge with the art of nursing to provide comprehensive care. Nurse Practitioners can diagnose and treat both acute and chronic health conditions, prescribe a variety of medications, and advocate for patient health promotion.  The different specialties of NPs work with patients of all ages throughout the lifespan.  NPs can opt to focus their practice in primary care, acute care, long-term care, and a number of specialties and sub-specialties. The unique aspects of clinical practice allow NPs to shine.  Nurse Practitioners lean toward a more holistic path by focusing on highlighting the health and welfare of the whole person.  They do not focus only on curing a disease or medicating a cond...