(3) I'll be 23 when I complete my
nurse's training. What does the future hold?
Another
government report issued in 2004 makes the following projections: Job opportunities
for RNs are expected to be very good. Employment of registered nurses is expected
to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012, and because the
occupation is very large, many new jobs will result. In fact,
more new jobs are expected to be created for RNs than for any other
occupation. Thousands of job openings also will result from the need to replace
experienced nurses who leave the occupation, especially as the median age of the
registered nurse population continues to
rise..........
I came to South Carolina five years ago to witness
the birth of a new grandson. When the hospital found out that I was an RN ,
they offered me a job on the spot.
Finding a job has never been an issue in my thirty
years; and I expect the situation to be even better for you new
nurses.
(4) I really want to travel. What's required to move
from state to state?
I was fortunate to complete my training in Florida.
That license is recognized automatically by most other states. You should
check with your state licensing board to see how well their license is
accepted.
Nurses may be licensed in more than one State,
either by examination, by the endorsement of a license issued by another
State, or through a multi-State licensing agreement.
All States require the periodic renewal of licenses
and this usually requires some proof that you are continuing your education.
That continuing education can be completed on the
job.
