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Registered Nursing

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Registered Nurse

What is Registered Nursing?

Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members.

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Registered Nurse

It’s all in the numbers. Choose your personal STEM path, and discover a multitude of possibilities. From certificate to doctorate and associate to graduate - learn more about creating your career in the world of STEM.

Total Jobs

60,043

Starting Salary

$25.88

Average

Median Salary

$35.46

Average

Experienced Salary

$48.11

Average

Jobs Added

2822

Last 3 Years

Expected Job Growth in DFW

7%

Next 3 Years | National: 5%

Registered Nurse Educational Pathway

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The academic requirements for specific STEM career tracks vary as much as the disciplines. For some fields, an advanced degree is a must, but for others, it depends on your career goals. Whatever your path, here is a summary of the degree options available to you along the way.

  • Required Education: vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree
  • Entry Level Degree: Bachelor's degree
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    High School Endorsement

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    Certificate

  • Associates

    Associate Degree

  • Bachelors

    Bachelor's Degree

  • Masters

    Master's Degree

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