Nursing: One of the Fastest-Growing Professions Santa Fe NM

Nursing: One of the Fastest-Growing Professions

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 2 million jobs for nurses, and the profession is one of the top ten occupations expected to offer the largest amount of new jobs in the coming years. If, like many prospective college students, you're thinking about finding a career where you are helping people, then nursing can fulfill that goal. With so many job opportunities forecast through 2012, you'll have an excellent chance at being gainfully employed when you complete your studies.

Factors in job growth
There are several factors contributing to the need for nurses. First, the current nursing population is aging. Many nurses are reaching the age of retirement, and hospitals and other healthcare institutions can't find replacements fast enough. Secondly, the largest generation in U.S. history is getting older. The baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, are aging and the subsequent need for trained health professionals has increased. Lastly, healthcare delivery is shifting away from physician care to nursing care. If you've been to the emergency room for stitches lately, more than likely you were sewn up by a nurse practitioner.

These dramatic shifts in the healthcare industry benefit skilled nurses with bachelor's and master's degrees. If you think that a nursing career is right for you, joining this group of in-demand professionals starts by getting a nursing education!

Author: Amy Ambler

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