BECOMING A REGISTERED NURSE

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Abstract

A Registered Nurse is a medical professional that provides and coordinates patient care, educates

patients and the public about various health conditions, and provides advice and emotional

support to patients and their families. Some of the common tasks of a registered nurse are

changing bandages, drawing blood and prescribing treatments and medications. In order to

become a registered nurse, one must have a high school diploma, graduate from a nursing

program, and pass the NCLEX Exam, which is designed to test your knowledge in key areas of

the field of nursing. This process takes approximately 16 months to 4 years. The average salary

is around $79,540. The job outlook of registered nurses is projected to grow 9% from 2022 to

2030. There are currently around 104,355 registered nurses working in Minnesota. Currently,

there are 104,355 registered nurses working in Minnesota. One might apply at the Mayo Clinic

or Genesis HealthCare when looking for a job position.

Keywords: Nursing, Registered Nurse, Medical