Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Specialist
Duties and
Responsibilities:
Nurse practitioners and
clinical nurse specialist are advanced practice registered nurses who have received
special courses and training. They usually work closely with doctors and can
preform many high-level primary care tasks. They often specialize in specific
types of practice such as pediatrics, psychiatry, or obstetrics. Some
established private practices; however, most work in doctors’ offices,
hospitals, or neighborhood health centers. Duties often include:
· Taking detailed medical histories and
preforming complete physical exams.
· Providing diagnoses and recommending human
treatment plans.
· Treating common medical conditions,
illnesses, and injuries.
· Prescribing limited medications.
· Counseling patients and families.
Average
Salary: $39,000- $70,000
Education
Requirements:
Students should take challenging high
school courses in science, math, and English.
Students must complete all of the education requirements
to become a baccalaureate prepared registered nurse. They must then complete
additional master’s level training and pass a certification examination.
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