Associate in Nursing (RN)

Registered nurses (RNs) treat patients, administer medicines, operate medical equipment, assess patients’ conditions, evaluate test results, explain procedures to patients, and undertake numerous other tasks essential to the functioning of almost every major health care facility. They are the backbone of the health care system. For those who are well-organized, work well under pressure, have a good bedside manner, and are calm in emergencies, a degree in nursing may be the path to a challenging but rewarding career. The average salary of an RN is $50,200. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects job growth will be excellent, with employment opportunities growing between 21 and 35 percent over the next several years.