Nursing Specialties

There are various types of nursing, each with its own distinct focus and requirements. Different types of nurses include registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and certified nursing assistants (CNAs). Nursing specialties can range from pediatrics to oncology, and require specialized training and education to provide expert care in their respective areas.

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Parish Nurse
A Parish or Faith Community Nurse cares for patients within their religious community.
Rehabilitation Nurse
A Rehabilitation Nurse cares for patients who have chronic illnesses or long-term disabilities.
Rural Nurse
A Rural Nurse helps patients living in geographically and culturally isolated areas, who may have limited access to healthcare.
Telephone Triage Nurse
A Telephone Triage or Telehealth Nurse helps patients over the phone or via video chat.
Veterans Affairs Nurse
A Veterans Affairs Nurse takes care of patients who have served in the US military.
Genetics Nurse
A Genetics Nurse works with people who either have, or are at risk for hereditary diseases such as Alzheimer’s and cancer.
HIV/AIDS Nurse
An HIV/AIDS Nurse helps patients with the treatment and management of this immunodeficiency disease.
Infusion Nurse
An Infusion Nurse administers medication and fluids through an intravenous (IV) line, ventral line or venous access port.
Infection Control Nurse (ICN)
Discover the vital role of an Infection Control Nurse, including key responsibilities, necessary education, and their impact on healthcare safety.
Otorhinolaryngology Nurse
Otorhinolaryngology or an Ear, Nose, and Throat Nurse cares for patients with injuries or diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.
Radiology Nurse
A Radiology Nurse takes care of patients who are undergoing ultrasounds, MRIs, X-rays and radiation treatments.
Quality Improvement Nurse
A Quality Improvement Nurse helps improve the quality of care that nurses provide in a hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Poison Information Specialist
A Poison Information Specialist is a further specialized Toxicology Nurse, trained to help people who have accidently ingested poison or are looking for information on poison.
Subacute Nurse
A Subacute Nurse looks after seriously ill or injured patients who require 24-hour care for a short period of time.
Ambulatory Care Nurse
An Ambulatory Care Nurse provides pain management and general health education to patients, in non-emergency situations, outside of a hospital environment.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
A Clinical Nurse Specialist has advanced knowledge and hands-on expertise in a chosen specialty.
Holistic Nurse
A Holistic Nurse uses medical knowledge plus complementary, alternative and integrative methods to care for the patient as a whole.
Independent Nurse Contractor
An Independent Nurse Contractor is their own boss, working on a contractual basis instead of being employed directly by a healthcare facility.
Nurse Attorney
Explore the distinctive role of a Nurse Attorney, encompassing their key responsibilities, dual educational background in nursing and law, and their impact on the intersection of healthcare and legal systems.
Research Nurse
A Research Nurse is a scientist who works with patients during clinical trials, recording and managing data with the intent of discovering newer, better ways to provide care.
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.
Occupational Health Nurse
An Occupational Health Nurse is charged with protecting the safety and health of people who work in hospitals, businesses, and other organizations.
Orthopedic Nurse
Explore the specialized role of an Orthopedic (or Orthopaedic) Nurse, including their key responsibilities, necessary training, and their impact on patient care in musculoskeletal health.
Perianesthesia Nurse
A Perianesthesia or Recovery Room Nurse works with patients who are about to go into or are regaining consciousness from anesthesia or sedation.