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Profiles in Nursing

Ever wonder what kind of person becomes a nurse? Find out more about who nurses are: their lives, journeys, and motivations.

Nursing Students

Whatever level you aspire to, nursing school can be challenging. Here are some resources to help you along the way!

Nurses With Disabilities

Nurses are unstoppable! Learn more about the many ways people with disabilities are a part of the world of nursing.

Men in Nursing

Since the 16th century, there have been male nurses. Learn more about how myths and stereotypes are fading away as more men enter the nursing profession.

Minorities in Nursing

Many organizations have career resources and educational information available for minorities interested in the nursing profession.

Nursing: The Basics

Here you'll find everything you need to start or continue your nursing career, including information on nursing programs, scholarships, and schools.

Nursing as a Second Career

Are you thinking about making the switch to nursing as a career? Happily, it's never too late to become a nurse!

Nursing Organizations

Here's a list of nationally known nursing organizations.  Contact them for more information about your specialty, to find out about conferences and events, or to subscribe to their publications.

Nursing Careers

With a nursing degree, you can shape your career as you go, taking the opportunities that fit you best. Here are some specialties available in a hospital environment.

Nursing School Accreditation

Accreditation is a voluntary, self-regulatory process where non-governmental organizations recognize schools and/or programs that have been found to conform to or surpass certain standards and criteria for educational quality.

Job Opportunities

Did you know that by the year 2020, there will be an estimated shortage of 800,000 nurses?  With the world population living longer and needing more care, the healthcare field is one of the best places to get a job, and will likely stay that way for many years to come.

Benefits and Salaries

It pays to be a nurse!

Flexibility

Not many jobs come as flexible as nursing. You can work where and when you want. You can work full-time, part-time or no-time while you raise your family or go to grad school. And you can easily find work when you come back.

Nursing Scholarship Search

Many scholarships are available for nursing students. Not everyone qualifies for every scholarship. Limit your results by using search criteria. To see all scholarship listings, simple click "Submit."

Click here to learn more about the  Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ AssociationPromise of Nursing Scholarships.

Nursing Program Search

Choosing a nursing program is an important beginning to becoming a nurse. When you find a program that appeals to you, check out its website. Visit. Ask questions. If possible, talk to graduates. Ask about financial aid, jobs, and the experience of current students.

Nursing Programs Without Waiting Lists

Due to an increased interest in attending nursing programs in the United States, many schools have the desire to admit more students, but lack faculty or other resources. Thus, they often put prospective students on a waiting list.

Preparing for Nursing School

It's never too early to start thinking about a career in nursing!

Nursing Resources

Here's a list of resources to aid and inspire nurses of all ages!