Nurse

Description:

A Registered Nurse help doctors give nursing and medical care to patients and provides advice and emotional support to them and their families. A nurse also educates patients and the public about medical conditions.

Facts:

A nurse often starts out a hospital staff nurse and works their way with experience. They may work within Hospitals or in GP practices.

Personal Qualities:

• Must have compassion and be sympathetic
• Must be emotionally stable
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work with all people of all ages and backgrounds

A Typical Day:

A typical day for a Nurse might include

• Checking and recording patients vital signs
• Maintaining detailed reports and records
• Offering advice on family planning and contraception
• Giving first aid, immunization and medications

Entry Requirements

• Must complete a Nursing and Midwifery council approved degree or diploma of higher education in nursing

Source: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk and http://careerplanning.about.com