Nursing
Nurse Midwives
diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.
$115540
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Nurse Practitioners
diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
$114510
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Clinical Nurse Specialists
direct nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.
$80010
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Nurse Anesthetists
administer anesthesia, monitor patient’s vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
$189190
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Critical Care Nurses
provide specialized nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.
$80010
Bachelor’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Personality Match
Registered Nurses
assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.
$80010
Associate’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Personality Match
Acute Care Nurses
provide advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, or shock. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
$80010
Associate’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Personality Match
APN Psychotherapists
assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.
$80010
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Nursing Home Administrators
Nursing Home Administrators are responsible for the staff and operations at nursing homes and various types of assisted living facilities. They manage staff, personnel, budgets, supplies, and other tasks to ensure that the facility provides optimal care to residents.
$117000
Master’s degree
Personality Match
Travel Nurses
A Travel Nurse is a Registered Nurse (RN) who works on a contract basis to fulfill the staffing needs of hospitals and other healthcare facilities. They typically work short-term assignments for healthcare agencies.
$92000
Associate’s degree
Remote Nurses
Remote Nurses provide patient care via remote communication methods, such as the telephone or the Internet. A Remote Nurse may discuss health issues or provide treatment recommendations over the phone or via video conferencing technology.
$73400
Associate’s degree
Personality Match
Forensic Nurses
Forensic nursing combines standard medical care with activities that support legal proceedings. Forensic nurses typically handle injuries related to violence and abuse, such as sexual assault.
$66000
Bachelor’s Degree
Personality Match