Why 2016 is the Right Time to Become a Nurse

Posted On April 8,2016

Considering a new career in the field of nursing?

If you are one of those people who possess a natural instinct to nurture and care for others, or have the irresistible urge to help those who are sick or injured, entering the field of nursing is just the career for you. 

2016 is a great year to kick start your advanced education and start your nursing career. It is common knowledge that there is a current shortage of nurses around the world, but you may not know that available positions for nurses are expected to grow by at least 19% by the year 2020. The reasons for this shortage can be attributed to a variety of factors including:

• Aging population of the baby boomer generation 
• Rise in chronic conditions among patients
• Increase of same-day procedures in private medical sectors as well as in hospital settings

What can I do with my nursing degree?

There are many areas of the medical field where you can flourish and excel with a nursing degree. As a nurse, you can choose to specialize in direct or non-direct patient care areas. The non-direct patient care areas can include:

• Discharge planning
• Case management 
• Patient education
• Education of nursing students
• Medical and nursing research
• Key positions within medically related corporations
• Patient advocacy groups

If you choose to focus on direct patient care, your specialized certifications will give you the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of specialized patient care areas which can include, but are not limited to:

• Emergency room
• Labor and delivery
• Surgery
• Intensive care
• Assisted living, Hospice and Nursing home care

Five great reasons to become a nurse:

There are a wide variety of benefits to beginning your nursing career. Some of these benefits include:

1. New opportunities – You will benefit from countless opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable which can lead to significant career advancement. 
2. Enhancement of your career – In the last 40 years nurse practitioners have expanded their roles well past a clinical setting. Becoming a nurse can lead to a tremendous range of career possibilities.
3. Employment Security – With the medical world continuously evolving and growing, there is a growing need for more and more nursing graduates that can play a vital role in the expansions of healthcare services. 
4. Financial stability – With an advanced education your medical professionalism and training will not only increase your marketability, but can result in a higher starting salary.
5. Fulfillment of the soul – As a nurse, you can enjoy the personal rewards knowing you are helping, and making your patient’s lives, and health, better. 

What should I take into consideration when thinking of becoming a nurse?

It is important to take into consideration that not every day will be filled with thankful and appreciative patients with minor medical issues. Some days can certainly be overwhelming, even for the most seasoned nurse. 

On the other hand, a nursing career can also be extremely rewarding. As a nurse, you are making a difference in your patient’s lives while they are experiencing their worst. It is you that patients look to for emotional and physical support, as well as quality medical care and guidance while they are on the road to recovery.

How can I find more information to start my nursing career?

You can find helpful information on starting your new career and becoming a nurse simply by visiting our website or by calling us at (419) 329-4075 to speak with one of our friendly staff. Schedule a tour of our facilities to discover all the opportunities that await you. You can even see if you qualify for financial aid during your enrollment. Don’t hesitate, call today, and start enjoying your rewarding career as a nurse tomorrow!