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Registered nurses (RNs) are health workers who obtain a degree in nursing and usually passed National Licensure Exams

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Registered nurses (RNs) are health workers who obtain a degree in nursing and usually passed National Licensure Exams. You can usually see them work with doctors in hospitals.

See the fact file below for more information on Nurses or alternatively, you can download our 23-page Nurses worksheet pack to utilise within the classroom or home environment.

Key Facts & Information

COMMON QUALIFICATIONS OF NURSES

  • Becoming a nurse requires passion and hardwork. But fret not! If you have passion, you will become a nurse in the future.
  • Earn an accredited degree. Depending on your country, nursing degrees have different degree titles, for example:
    • UK – You get to decide what field of nursing you are interested in: Adult Nursing, Children Nursing, etc.
    • US – Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), etc.
    • Australia – Bachelor in Nursing (BSN)
  • Internship – Internship happens midway the Nursing course. This gives way for nursing students to experience their course in a professional setting. 
  • Pass licensure exam – Most countries require national licensure exams in order for nurses to have professional license and credibility to practice the profession. In the United States, nursing students must pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in order to practice.
  • Oath-taking – Ceremonial practice for new nurses where they take an oath to practice their profession.
  • Finishing Master’s Degree – Some nurses take a masters degree to boost their portfolio and have better chance for promotions.

COMMON DUTIES OF NURSES

  • Recording details and symptoms of the patient’s medical history and current health status, including vital signs.
  • Administering doctor-prescribed medications and treatments, then monitoring patients for side effects and reactions.
  • Preparing patients for exams, surgeries, or treatments then providing post-surgical care.
  • Performing wound care, such as sanitizing and bandaging them.
  • Performing pre-lab work procedures including drawing blood, urine samples, and other body fluids.
  • Interacting with patients while educating them and family members on treatment and care plans, as well as answering their questions.
  • Assisting in medical procedures as needed – usually surgeries.
  • They coordinate care with other health care providers and specialists to provide the best medical services to their patients.
  • Supervising and training licensed practical and vocational nurses, nursing assistants, and nursing students.

TYPES OF NURSES

  • Nurses also have specialties like doctors. This way, they can focus on what they can do best for their patients. Listed below are common types of nurses around the world.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant – They bathe and dress patients and assist with their repositioning and walking.
  • Nurse Anesthetist – They usually assist with medical procedures, specifically with an anesthetic. 
  • Surgical Assistant Registered Nurse – Assist surgeons during surgeries and care for patients before, during, and after surgery.
  • School Nurse – They provide medical support, education, and treatment in school facilities. Do you know your school nurse?
  • Ambulatory Nurse – They’re specifically on an ambulance for extreme emergencies.
  • Emergency Room Nurses – Almost all nurses experience emergency room care, but some specialize in it.
  • Labor and Delivery Nurses – They assist mothers through labor and delivery, perform cognitive tests on newborn babies. They also help parents select an infant care plan and assist in the post-delivery care of both mother and child.
  • Travel Nurses – They work for short-term contracts in multiple locations.
  • Rural Nurses – They serve rural communities, usually the most isolated areas in their country.
  • Nurse Educators – They serve as educators and teachers for aspiring nurses and health professionals in practical and real nurse settings.

HISTORY OF NURSES

  • Now you know general information about nurses, have you ever wondered how and when nursing began?
  • The nursing profession began as early as 300 CE, during the height of the Roman empire.
  • Roman hospitals employed nurses, called “hypourgoi,” who assisted in in-patient medical care.
  • By the entry of the middle ages, advancements and innovations were implemented. Nurses served a myriad of duties such as housing lepers and refugees and looking after sick and injured patients.
  • During that time, nurses were usually consisting of nuns and even monks.
  • Soon, many countries around Europe and the rest of the world began to employ nurses as hospitals expanded.
  • Health care facilities were usually built and supported by churches and monasteries.
  • The profession of nursing however became modernized thanks to the social reformer and statistician, Florence Nightingale, who founded modern nursing.
  • Her experiences as a nurse during the Crimean War influenced her views about sanitation.
  • She also founded the St. Thomas Hospital and the Nightingale Training School for Nurses in 1860.
  • Other notable nurses include Clarissa Harlowe Barton who founded the American Red Cross.
  • Linda Richards and Agnes Elizabeth Jones helped establish nursing schools throughout the U.S. and Japan later on.
  • When World War I and World War II happened, nurses became one of the most sought-after professions. They served as principal caretakers of the wounded soldiers and civilians besides the war doctors.
  • Their experience fueled the industry to evolve more to be able to accommodate patients with different illnesses and needs.
  • Today, we see nurses who offer a wide range of services either in hospitals, schools, and even private homes.

Nurses Worksheets

This is a fantastic bundle that includes everything you need to know about Nurses across 23 in-depth pages. These are ready-to-use worksheets that are perfect for teaching about Nurses who are health workers who obtain a degree in nursing and usually passed National Licensure Exams.

Complete List Of Included Worksheets

  • Nurses Facts
  • First Impressions
  • Nurses Pledge
  • The Lady with the Lamp
  • Nursing Suit
  • Where Nurses Work
  • Nurses of War
  • Becoming a Nurse
  • Think Like a Nurse
  • What Nurses Do
  • The Nurses

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the most famous nurses in history?

Among many, Florence Nightingale, Clara Barton, and Mary Mahoney are famously known for their dedication to their chosen field and contributions to medicine.

Why is a nurse important?

The nursing profession has been around since 300 BC, in the Roman Empire. To this day, nurses are often the first person a patient sees and their responsibilities involve round-the-clock service only they provide.

What are the different types of nurses?

There are various types of nurses, including registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), nurse practitioners (NPs), certified nurse midwives (CNMs), and more. Each type has different levels of education, responsibilities, and scope of practice.

What do nurses do?

Nurses perform a wide range of duties, including assessing patients, administering medications, providing treatments, monitoring vital signs, assisting in surgeries, educating patients and their families, coordinating care, and advocating for patients’ well-being.

What education is required to become a nurse?

The educational requirements for nurses vary depending on the type of nurse. Registered nurses typically need a diploma, an associate degree in nursing (ADN), or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Advanced practice nurses, such as nurse practitioners, require additional education at the master’s or doctoral level.

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