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    Nurse writer, author, or historian

    A nurse writer, author or historian writes and contributes to educational materials, articles, historical books, even television or movie scripts about nursing.
    Required education
    ADN or BSN
    Average annual salary
    $87,000
    Payscale.com (Jan. 2026)
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    Varied
    Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
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    Out-of-hospital
    Treat patients in their homes, during travel, or other non-hospital environments.
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    Independent
    Work on your own or even start your own practice, in some states.

    What you’ll do as a nurse writer, author, or historian

    You’ll always be in demand due to the constantly evolving nature of healthcare and nursing.

    Consulting

    You’ll offer detailed, knowledgeable advice on how to portray nurses in books, television shows, and movies and other media.

    Fact-checking

    You’ll check that medical details, nurses’ roles, and healthcare environments are correctly portrayed.

    Reviewing

    You’ll use your editorial skills and healthcare knowledge to make sure that the final piece is medically correct and accurately represents the skills and culture of nursing.

    Writing

    You’ll write articles, books, blogs and scripts about nursing.
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    Where you’ll work as a nurse writer

    Nurse writers, authors, or historians work in a variety of settings, including:
    • Hospitals
    • Publications
    • From home

    How to become a nurse writer, author, or historian

    Get an Associate’s Degrees in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

    Take classes in writing or pursuing a double major, or minor, in writing communications.

    Pass the NCLEX-RN.

    The National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) is the all-important step between graduating from nursing school and becoming a nurse. It’s a standardized test, set by the Board of Nursing in each state, that makes sure you have the knowledge and skills you need to work in the field of nursing.

    Work as a Registered Nurse, gaining experience that will help inform your writing.

    You’re ready to work as a nurse writer, author, or historian!

    Nurse writer, author, or historian career resources

    Become a member of a nurse writer, author, or historian organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.

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