By imari White

Registered nursing (RN) requires a large base of knowledge used to assess, plan and intervene to promote health, prevent disease and help patients cope with illness

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Takes 23 years. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Takes 4 years You must meet educational requirements, pass a criminal background check, and pass the national licensing examination.

roles range from direct patient care and case management to establishing nursing practice standards, developing quality assurance procedures, directing complex nursing care systems, conducting clinical research and teaching in nursing programs

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