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Why be a nurse?

A career in nursing is one of the most exciting and rewarding occupations. Nurses provide vital hands-on patient care, but that’s not all they do. They are leaders, innovators, educators, change makers helping improve access to care.
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When new ideas can save lives, nurse innovators need support to move from bedside to boardroom. Their firsthand experience helps them identify patient needs and shape the future of healthcare, as seen in stories from leaders inspiring the next generation.
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Why specialize as a nurse?

Once you’re a Registered Nurse you can take your career in so many new directions by specializing in an area you really enjoy.
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    Long-term care nurse

    A long-term care nurse cares for patients across stages of care, playing a critical role in improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
    Required education
    ADN or BSN
    Average annual salary
    $75,000
    Payscale.com (Jan. 2026)
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    Varied
    Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
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    Patient-facing
    Work hands-on, directly with patients.
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    Independent
    Work on your own or even start your own practice, in some states.

    What is the role of a long-term care nurse?

    You’ll support patients throughout the care journey, helping manage conditions, coordinate care, and maintain quality of life.

    What you’ll do as a long-term care nurse

    Care coordination

    Collaborate with care teams and settings to develop, implement, and adapt care plans as patient needs change.

    Patient & family guidance

    Help families and patients navigate conditions, care decisions, and long-term health needs.

    Clinical care

    Assess patient status, administer treatments, and manage conditions across stages of care.
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    Where you’ll work as a long-term care nurse

    Long-term care nurses work in a range of environments, supporting patients through transitions in care and across changing needs.
    • Assisted living communities
    • Nursing homes
    • Patients’ homes

    How to become a long-term care nurse

    To become a long-term care nurse, you’ll build a strong clinical foundation and develop the skills needed to manage care through transitions, shifting needs, and different care environments.

    Earn your degree

    Earn an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Coursework in gerontology or long-term care can help build relevant skills.

    Get licensed

    Pass the NCLEX-RN.

    Build experience in long-term care

    Gain experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a long-term care setting, such as a nursing home or assisted living community.

    Advance your expertise

    Certifications in gerontological nursing or care management can help you deepen your expertise and advance in long-term care.

    Long-term care nurse career resources

    Become a member of a long-term care nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.
    Long-Term Care Nurse Association

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