(3) I'll be 23 when I complete my nurse's training. What does the future hold?
Another government report issued in 2004 makes the following projections: Job opportunities for RNs are expected to be very good. Employment of registered nurses is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012, and because the occupation is very large, many new jobs will result. In fact, more new jobs are expected to be created for RNs than for any other occupation. Thousands of job openings also will result from the need to replace experienced nurses who leave the occupation, especially as the median age of the registered nurse population continues to rise..........
I came to South Carolina five years ago to witness the birth of a new grandson. When the hospital found out that I was an RN , they offered me a job on the spot.
Finding a job has never been an issue in my thirty years; and I expect the situation to be even better for you new nurses.
(4) I really want to travel. What's required to move from state to state?
I was fortunate to complete my training in Florida. That license is recognized automatically by most other states. You should check with your state licensing board to see how well their license is accepted.
Nurses may be licensed in more than one State, either by examination, by the endorsement of a license issued by another State, or through a multi-State licensing agreement.
All States require the periodic renewal of licenses and this usually requires some proof that you are continuing your education. That continuing education can be completed on the job.