1. Nursing education
1.1. Anatomy
1.2. Physiology
1.3. Microbiology
1.4. Chemistry
1.5. Nutrition
1.6. Psychology
1.7. Other social and behavioral sciences
2. Certified nurse specialists(CNSs)
2.1. Masters degree in nursing
2.2. Doctoral degree
2.2.1. CNS who conducts research
3. NursingDegrees
3.1. LPN
3.1.1. LVN
3.1.2. BSN
3.1.2.1. 4 years
3.1.3. 2 yeas
3.2. RN
3.2.1. 1 year
3.3. Masters of science in nursing
3.3.1. MSN/MBA/HCM dual degree
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4.1. must be a graduate of a U.S. education program.
4.1.1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)
4.1.2. Master's degree in Nursing (MSN)
4.1.3. NLNAC
4.1.4. CCNE
4.1.5. Must be at least 18 years of age NO older than 41 at the time of their appointment.
5. Nursing Assistant
5.1. Orderly
5.1.1. High school diploma
5.1.2. Short period of 'on-the-job' training
5.2. Education
5.2.1. Supervised clinical work
5.2.2. State-approved education program and must pass their state’s competency exam
5.2.3. Found in high schools, community colleges, vocational and technical schools, hospitals, and nursing homes
5.3. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
6. Registered Nurse
6.1. One of 3 education paths
6.1.1. Bachelors of science degree in nursing(BSN)
6.1.1.1. 4 years to complete
6.1.2. Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN)
6.1.2.1. 2 or 3 years to complete
6.1.3. Diploma from an approved nursing program
6.2. Nursing license
6.2.1. Graduate from approved nursing program
6.2.1.1. Pass the NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination)