"Nursing integrates the art and science of caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and human functioning; prevention of illness and injury; facilitation of healing; and alleviation of suffering through compassionate presence. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations in recognition of the connection of all humanity."
Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
Median Pay (2024): $93,600
Job Outlook 2024-2034: 5% increase (faster than average)
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