Are you pursuing a rewarding career in nursing? Carthage is your perfect launchpad, offering an elite curriculum designed to incorporate best practices in the education of professional nurses. Our graduates leave college prepared for a range of opportunities in the nursing field.
Why choose a career in nursing?
Ever wondered why a career in nursing might be the perfect choice for you? Nursing gives you the opportunity to:
1. Make a difference. One of the most fulfilling aspects of being a nurse is the chance to positively impact people’s lives. Nurses offer care, comfort, and support to patients during their most vulnerable moments. Whether it’s giving medication, providing emotional support, or advocating for patients’ rights, as a nurse, you can make a real difference.
2. Gain quick entry into the workforce. With the growing demand for nurses, nursing allows you to start working relatively quickly. Carthage students graduate with three full years of clinical experience on their resumes, making them stand out when applying for jobs.
3. Specialize in a field you love. Nursing is a diverse field with a wide range of specialty areas. Whether you’re interested in working with children, cancer patients, in emergency medicine, or any other specialty, there’s a nursing role for you. Working in a specialty field allows you to focus on an area of health care you’re passionate about and make a significant impact in that specific area.
Registered nurse outlook and salary
Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, growing 6 percent from 2022 to 2032 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary depends on experience and job responsibilities and varies by job setting. The median annual salary for registered nurses was $81,220 in May 2022.
Specialty career paths for nursing majors
When considering a career in nursing, there are various specialty areas to explore. Each field offers unique opportunities and challenges, allowing nurses to focus on specific areas of patient care.
Please note that this list includes careers requiring differing degrees of education and training.
A childbirth educator supports and provides information for families preparing for pregnancy or those undergoing pregnancy. They help prepare women for childbirth by teaching classes on prenatal care, labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum care. These nurses play an essential role in ensuring a smooth and positive birthing experience for both the mother and the baby.
Critical care nurses work in intensive care units (ICUs) and offer specialized care to critically ill patients. They are trained to handle complex medical conditions and emergencies, utilizing advanced technology and monitoring equipment. Critical care nurses play a crucial role in monitoring and managing patients’ conditions, providing life-saving interventions, and collaborating with other health care professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Critical care nurses work in intensive care units (ICUs) and offer specialized care to critically ill patients. They are trained to handle complex medical conditions and emergencies, utilizing advanced technology and monitoring equipment. Critical care nurses play a crucial role in monitoring and managing patients’ conditions, providing life-saving interventions, and collaborating with other health care professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Trauma nurses specialize in caring for patients who have experienced severe injuries or trauma. These nurses work in fast-paced environments such as emergency rooms and trauma centers, where they must be skilled in assessing, stabilizing, and treating critically ill patients. Trauma nurses play a critical role in saving lives and providing immediate care during critical situations.
Family practice nurses work in primary care settings, providing comprehensive health care to individuals and families of all ages. They focus on preventive care, health promotion, and managing chronic conditions. Family practice nurses often build long-term relationships with their patients, offering ongoing care, conducting health assessments, and coordinating treatment plans.
Home health nurses provide health care services to patients in their own homes. They work with patients of all ages, including those recovering from surgery, managing chronic illnesses, or needing palliative care. Home health nurses conduct assessments, administer medications, provide wound care, and educate patients and their families on managing their health conditions at home.
Maternity/infant nurses specialize in providing care to expectant mothers and newborn babies. They assist with prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum care. These nurses play a critical role in ensuring the health and well-being of both the mother and baby during this special period.
Nurse anesthesiologists are highly trained professionals who administer anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical procedures. They work closely with the surgical team to monitor patients’ vital signs and ensure their comfort and safety throughout the procedure.
Oncology nurses specialize in providing care to patients diagnosed with cancer. They work closely with oncologists to administer treatments, monitor patients’ progress, and provide emotional support to both patients and their families. A deep understanding of cancer treatments and a compassionate approach to patient care are required for oncology nursing.
If you have a passion for working with children, becoming a pediatric nurse might be the perfect fit for you. Pediatric nurses provide care to infants, children, and adolescents, helping them recover from illnesses and injuries.
School nurses play a critical role in promoting the health and well-being of students. They provide care for students who become ill or injured during school hours, administer medications, and educate students about important health topics.
Substance abuse nurses, or addiction nurses, help patients who are addicted to alcohol, drugs, and other substances. They offer support, education, and treatment to assist patients in overcoming substance abuse disorders. These nurses play a crucial role in the recovery journey, providing both physical and emotional care to their patients.
For those who thrive in high-pressure environments and have a keen interest in surgery, a career as a surgical nurse may be the ideal path. Surgical nurses assist surgeons during operations, ensuring that the operating room is sterile and all necessary equipment is in place. They also provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients, helping them recover from surgical procedures.
Nurses with a passion for education can become nurse educators and share their knowledge and expertise with aspiring nurses. They work in academic settings, such as nursing schools or colleges, where they develop curriculum, provide instruction, and mentor future nurses. By becoming a nursing professor, you can make a lasting impact on the next generation of nurses and contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession.
Carthage provides nursing students with tools to help them prepare for their future after college.
Faculty guidance Carthage nursing faculty members help students decide what career path to take, and their connections with medical companies in the community help students get internships and shadowing opportunities.
The Aspire Program Carthage’s comprehensive career development sequence, The Aspire Program, helps students prepare for the workforce by assisting them in creating resumes, developing interview strategies, setting up their profile on Handshake to search for open positions, and more.
Where Carthage nursing graduates go
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Carthage nursing graduates have been hired for positions at:
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