Certificate Information:

Job Description:
Registered nurses (RNs) are caring and use their knowledge, skills, and problem-solving to help individuals, families, and groups with health needs. RNs plan care and work with people to help them become healthier or to regain health after illness or surgery. Nurses teach health practices to clients and other health care providers, and frequently supervise the work of nursing assistants and practical nurses. RNs also administer medications and perform treatments for patients. Nurses work in a variety of settings, including hospitals and long-term care, schools, industry, clinics, and patientsí homes.

With advanced education, nurses may work as managers, educators, public health nurses, as a clinical specialist, or independently as a nurse practitioner.

Employment Opportunities:
The need for registered nurses is expected to grow, especially in clinic and community settings.

Potential Earnings:
The average wage in Oregon is approximately $25 per hour depending where the nurse works. Nurse practitioners and nurse managers earn salaries at a range of $60-75,000 per year