Advancements in nursing education emphasize the transition from Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Registered Nurse (Medical/General)
Description
Your go-to healthcare heroes—keeping patients on track, administering care, and reminding doctors where they left post-its (metaphorically).
Responsibilities
- Administer medications and monitor vital signs
- Coordinate with doctors and families
- Educate patients and ensure care plans don’t derail
Pay range (U.S.)
- Median annual wage: $93,600 (May 2024)
- Range: $66,030 (10th percentile) to $135,320 (90th percentile)
- Job outlook: 6% growth projected 2023–2033
- Job openings: ~194,500 per year expected.
Requirements
- ADN, BSN, or diploma program
- RN licensure required; BSN increasing favored
Workforce Size in the United States
- Full-time RNs: approximately 2.895 million in 2024.
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