Most of you reading this have already made the
life-changing decision to enter the field of nursing. As students preparing forthe NCLEX-RN, you may feel a little overwhelmed at the prospect of taking a
test that evaluates your entire educational experience thus far. Don't be
discouraged. Focus on the reasons you chose this profession and use that as
your motivation to study. If you need more, PRIMED Educational Associates has
prepared a short list:
-Nurses are in high demand
The CNA predicts that by 2022, Canada will be
in need of over 60,000 new nurses. Graduates from a professional nursing program are some of the most sought after grads leaving postsecondary
institutions. Finding a fulfilling job posting has never been easier for
registered nurses.
-Nursing is a stable career choice
The IT world can change overnight, whole
industries can collapse, governments can pull out funding, but there will
always be a need for nurses, especially as our population ages. Many
professionals try a variety of careers before they land in the nursing
profession. Downsizing or short-term contract work often leads to these
individuals to seek out careers with increased stability. Nursing offers a
'recession proof' field that can weather the storm of any financial
downdraft.
-Nursing provides ongoing education
opportunities
Once you become a registered nurse, your
education begins in earnest. Apart from the everyday learning that goes on,
nurses are constantly upgrading their knowledge and improving their skill set.
No other job encourages continued education like nursing does.
-Nurses have endless opportunities to increase
their earnings
From educational advancements, to overtime, to
specialization, the opportunities to increase your annual income are boundless.
In Canada, nurses who choose to relocate to remote areas can see their wage
grow dramatically. There are also plenty of opportunities for nurses with
Masters of Science degrees to supplement their income with work in the field of
education.
-Nursing offers unparalleled
flexibility
Once you become an RN and establish your
seniority, you will find that the nursing field is extremely accommodating for
individuals who want to take long periods of work off. This is an excellent career
attribute for those who love to travel or for parents who want to spend more
time with their families.
-Nursing offers constant
gratification
Your work puts you face-to-face with the
people's lives you are caring for. Assisting their recovery and ensuring their
well being, provides daily satisfaction.
-Nurses are constantly challenged
You definitely won't be bored. Each patient and
medical situation is unique, so is the way you care for him or her. As new
research provides new insights, the challenges increase. The dynamic nature of
nursing forces you to think independently. This is not a job for followers;
this is a job for leaders.
But before all that, you still need to pass your NCLEX. Well, we can help. PRIMED is an educational collective determined
to helping nursing students find success on their exam. We offer the tools and
support necessary to supplement your studying so you can tackle the NCLEX with
confidence. Nursing is one of the most rewarding careers possible. That's why
we became nurses and that's also why we want you to be a part of it.
