Nursing is a field of study focused on helping people stay healthy, preventing illnesses, and providing care to those sick or injured. Nurses are incredibly important in the healthcare system and can work in many places, such as hospitals, clinics, schools, and even people's homes.
This role requires strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, attention to detail, and a passion to ensure patients receive the best possible care. Opportunities for career advancement include specialization in areas like public health, health care management, and administering anesthesia.
Explore the pathways below to learn more.
Pathways are the various job options within a career that share common skills, knowledge, and interests. In addition to the popular pathways below, nursing pathways include:
- Military Nursing offers specialized paths within the armed forces.
- Specialized Nursing Certifications for LPNs/LVNs or RNs to advance in specific practice areas.
Here is a snapshot of popular nursing pathways in the Charlotte metro area. Select each title for details.
Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their families. Registered Nurse (ADN) graduates are essential members of healthcare teams working in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other settings. They monitor vital signs, administer medications, dress wounds, and assist with medical procedures.
ADN graduates can hold titles such as Registered Nurse (RN), Staff Nurse, Charge Nurse, or Clinical Nurse.
Certifications*
- Core: Critical Care Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Specialty: Progressive Care Nursing (Adult)
- Specialty: Certified Registered Nurse Infusion
*Certifications vary depending on chosen specialty.
Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their families. Registered Nurse (ADN) graduates are essential members of healthcare teams working in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other settings. They monitor vital signs, administer medications, dress wounds, and assist with medical procedures.
ADN graduates can hold titles such as Registered Nurse (RN), Staff Nurse, Charge Nurse, or Clinical Nurse.
Certifications*
- Core: Critical Care Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Specialty: Progressive Care Nursing (Adult)
- Specialty: Certified Registered Nurse Infusion
*Certifications vary depending on chosen specialty.
