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Although the sour economy is hitting every industry hard, including health care and nursing, there are things you can still do to advance your career. Yes times are tough for many even if they still have a job. Of course these people are fortunate and hope they can continue to stay working. While it should be a time to hunker down (pay off debts and save money) many LPNs of course would still like make more money by getting a better job or advancing their career.

Most people in the general public have heard that there is a nursing shortage. And of course those working as an LPN already know there is demand for RNs. As a result many have decided to return to school or are seriously considering it.

Demand for nurses will vary depending on where you live. So if you live in an area where demand is higher then returning to school may be a great idea. If you do not live in an area with a lot of demand, you still may what to consider going back to college if you would be willing to relocate or get your education and hope demand picks up in your location.

Returning to school is not a cake walk. It will require a commitment to succeed but you can do it. Even if you are short on time do not worry too much since you can use the Internet and LPN to RN programs that offer flexibility to help you complete your education. Now you can structure your studies around your work and family schedules.

Of course you can make more money by becoming a registered nurse and as a former licensed practical nurse your responsibilities will also change. While many do enjoy working as a licensed practical nurse many will later in their career decide to go back to a university because they want a career change but still want to work as a nurse.

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Are you considering becoming a registered nurse? It is a great career and a lot of people have went back to college to go after their dreams. Some people choose to earn a bachelors degree while other choose to start off with an associates degree. Both degrees can allow a person to become an RN. Many who start off with only an associates degree choose later in their career to return to school to complete an online degree from one of many progams at nursing schools.

What does a registered nurse do? Like most careers, it depends on what type of job the RN is doing, as there are many options available. Generally when most people think about RNs they see them directly working with patients such as in a hospital or doctors office.

Patients cares is not the path for all registered nurses as some later go on to supervisory positions and manage other RNs.

So what career options are available to registered nurses? Of course most RNs work in hospitals and help patients with treatments but in different departments. For example some work in surgery or the maternity room as well as other departments.

Some nurses work at Doctors office or in a medical center and assist the doctor. Other nurses may only work in a laboratory setting.

After someone leaves the hospital from surgery they may need to have a home health nurse visit their house to assist them. These types of nurses may work independently assisting many types of patients.

Where else do nurses work? Nurses may also work for companies as industrial nurses and occupational health nurses. Or they may work for the government or a private organization for public health.

Ordering supplies and maintaining the medical equipment may be a job responsibility for head nurses. They also manage nurses under them and plan their schedules.

Many registered nurses wish to advance their career but not in a management role as they may enjoy working with patients more closely as opposed to managing staff. These nurses may consider becoming a nurse practitioner or becoming a specialist such as a clinical nurse specialist.

If you plan on getting into a nursing school you may need to take and pass certain exams where using nursing study guides such as an NET study guide, which may help you get accepted into a school.

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