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A cardiac care nurse cares for patients with heart diseases or conditions, from coronary artery disease to heart failure and recovery from bypass surgery.

A certified nurse midwife is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who is specialized in women’s reproductive health and childbirth.

A CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthetist) administers and provides anesthesia-related care to patients before, during, and after surgery. CRNAs work with various medical practitioners, such as surgeons, dentists, and podiatrists, and act as a liaison between the patient and their leading care provider.

An emergency nurse takes care of patients in a wide range of situations, from fevers, to minor injuries and major trauma.

A family nurse practitioner (FNP) specializes in the primary and specialty care of patients of all ages. In general, FNPs focus on preventive care, monitoring their long-term health, and assisting physicians with any issues that might arise. This is an extremely rewarding position, both professionally and personally, and requires a clear and compassionate communicator for all aspects of the job.

A gastroenterology or endoscopy nurse works with patients who have illnesses or disorders related to the digestive system or gastrointestinal tract.

A home health nurse cares for patients in their homes, helping them with tasks that they can’t do themselves due to injury or disease, and providing relief to family members who may be primary caregivers.

A hospice nurse takes care of terminally ill or injured patients at the end of their lives.

Labor and delivery nurses are pivotal in supporting mothers and newborns through the birthing process, offering guidance and expert care during this delivery experience. They also care for mothers and newborns after the birth.

A neonatal intensive care nurse cares for premature and critically ill newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit of a hospital.

A nurse practitioner provides primary and specialty care, helping patients holistically through diagnostics, treatment and education.

An obstetrics or OB/GYN Nurse cares for women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and other reproductive health issues.

Oncology nurses specialize in caring for patients with cancer, providing treatments, monitoring symptoms, and coordinating care plans tailored to each individual. They play a critical role in both the clinical and emotional aspects of cancer care, supporting patients and their families throughout diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

A perioperative or surgical nurse cares for patients before, during, and after surgery, and other invasive procedures.

Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners are certified advanced practice professionals responsible for the care of patients diagnosed with mental disorders and behavioral problems.

A telemetry nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in monitoring and caring for patients who require continuous cardiac and vital sign monitoring but do not require intensive or critical care. Telemetry refers to the transmission of data from the patient to a central monitoring station, allowing telemetry nurses to track patients’ conditions in real-time.