Career

Nursing Career Guide

Nursing is a great career. Nurses are there when a baby takes its first breath and when an elderly patient takes their last. No other profession offers so much diversity and opportunity. Explore the endless possibilities of a nursing career, education requirements, and earning potential.

Education

Nursing Programs

Whether you are a recent high school graduate or an adult who plans to return to school, there are nursing programs that are right for you. Once you decide on the type of nursing degree you want to pursue, use our nursing programs database to find schools that will help you earn your degree.

Funding

Scholarships Database

Nursing school is not cheap. An entry-level nursing degree, such as an ADN, costs between $10,000 and $50,000. Luckily, state and federal governments provide grants and loans that can be used to finance your education. Start by applying to FAFSA, and use our scholarships database to look for additional funding.

Nursing Career Spotlight

Parish Nurse/Faith Community Nursing

Body. Mind. Spirit. These three words are the focus and intent for a faith-based community nurse. Registered nurses with a desire to work for religious or faith-based communities may want to consider becoming a parish nurse. If you are inclined and attracted to practicing your nursing skills to address the health concerns of a religious community or neighborhood, then this career is for you. A registered nurse with a service-oriented mind will enjoy this rewarding career. Their work is concentrated on prevention and guidance rather than direct clinical services to communicants. The emergence of different communities and parishes spark the need for care from a “wholistic” nurse, such as a parish nurse. Parish nurses are gaining popularity as coordinators for community services. The direct connection provides physical, spiritual, social, and emotional care leading to healthy fai...