Major Activities Of Registered Nurses
(Numbers in tables below are the percent of people in the occupation choosing the item.)

Most Requested Schools for This Career
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| School | Campuses | Awards | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITT Technical Institute | AZ, VA, IN, NE, MI, ID, FL, OK, NM, MO | Associate | More |
| Kaplan University | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| University of Phoenix | AZ, IL, MD, IN, TX, MI, OH, MN, KS, SC, MO, OK, DC, DE, WA, KY, OR, FL, WI, HI, LA, NC, UT, NE, PA, NJ, CA, WY, NM, VA, AL, GA, IA, NV, PR, AR, CO, ID, TN, CT, MA | Bachelor, Doctorate, Master | More |
| University of Phoenix Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Walden University | Online | Bachelor, Master, Post- Master Certificate | More |

Schools for This Career That Respond Quickly to Info Requests
School names link to detailed profiles. Use the More links to ask schools for information, including financial aid.| School | Campuses | Awards | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATA College | KY | Diploma | More |
| Akron Institute | OH | Associate | |
| Alvernia College | PA | Master | |
| AmeriTech College | UT | Coursework | More |
| American Sentinel University | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Beckfield College | KY | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| Benedictine University Online | Online | Master | More |
| Bethel University | MN | Bachelor, Certificate, Master | |
| Boise State University Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Brown Mackie College | KS | Associate | More |
| CBT College | FL | Diploma | More |
| Capella University | Online | Doctorate | More |
| Chamberlain College of Nursing | Online | Diploma, Master | More |
| Colorado Christian University | CO | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| Colorado Technical University | CO | Bachelor | More |
| Colorado Technical University Online | Online | Bachelor | More |
| Concorde Career Institute | CO, FL, MO | Associate | More |
| Drexel University Online | Online | Bachelor, Master, Post- bachelor's Certificate, Post- Master's Certificate | More |
| Duquesne University Online | Online | Doctorate, Master, Post- Master's Certificate | More |
| ECPI College of Technology | VA | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| Eastwick College and the HoHoKus Schools | NJ | Associate, Coursework | More |
| Everest College | AZ, VA, CA | Diploma | |
| Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Online | Online | Bachelor | More |
| Fortis College | VA, OH, UT, FL | Associate | |
| Grand Canyon University | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Gwynedd Mercy College | PA | Bachelor | More |
| Harrison College | IN | Associate | More |
| Herzing University | AL, WI, FL, MN | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| ITT Technical Institute | AZ, VA, IN, NE, MI, ID, FL, OK, NM, MO | Associate | More |
| Independence University | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Indiana State University Online | Online | Bachelor | More |
| Jacksonville University Online | Online | Bachelor | |
| Kaplan College | CA | Associate | More |
| Kaplan Continuing Education | Online | Certificate | More |
| Kaplan University | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Keiser Career College | FL | Associate | More |
| Keiser University Campus | FL | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| Kent State University | OH, Online | Bachelor | More |
| Kent State University Online | Online | Post- Master's Certificate | More |
| Lamar University Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Lewis University Online | Online | Graduate Certificate, Master | More |
| Liberty University | Online | Bachelor, Master | |
| Liberty University Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Lincoln Tech® | NY, NJ, PA, CT | Coursework | More |
| Loyola University New Orleans Online | Online | Master | |
| Medical Careers Institute | VA | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| MidAmerica Nazarene University | MO, KS | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Miller-Motte Technical College | NC | Bachelor | More |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | WI | Bachelor | More |
| National American University | Online | Bachelor | |
| National American University Campus | CO, MN, KS, MO, NM, SD | Bachelor | |
| National College | VA, TN, KY | Associate | More |
| New York College of Health Professions | NY | Certificate | More |
| Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology | OH | Associate | |
| Oklahoma Wesleyan University Online | Online | Bachelor | |
| Pioneer Pacific College | OR | Diploma | More |
| Quinnipiac University Online | Online | Certificate | More |
| Rasmussen College | IL, FL, ND, WI, MN | Associate | More |
| Robert Morris University | IL | Associate | More |
| Sacred Heart University Online | Online | Bachelor | More |
| Sanford-Brown College | MO | Associate, Bachelor | More |
| Sanford-Brown Institute | FL | Associate | More |
| South College | TN | Bachelor | More |
| South University | Online | Bachelor | More |
| South University Campus | FL, SC | Bachelor | More |
| Spencerian College | KY | Associate, Diploma | More |
| Stevens-Henager College | ID, UT | Bachelor, Master | More |
| Stratford University | VA | Bachelor | More |
| Sullivan University | KY | Associate | More |
| United States University | CA | Bachelor, Master | More |
| University of Cincinnati Online | Online | Master | More |
| University of Phoenix | AZ, IL, MD, IN, TX, MI, OH, MN, KS, SC, MO, OK, DC, DE, WA, KY, OR, FL, WI, HI, LA, NC, UT, NE, PA, NJ, CA, WY, NM, VA, AL, GA, IA, NV, PR, AR, CO, ID, TN, CT, MA | Bachelor, Doctorate, Master | More |
| University of Phoenix Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
| WCU | CA | Bachelor | More |
| Walden University | Online | Bachelor, Master, Post- Master Certificate | More |
| Western Career College | CA | Associate | More |
| Western Governors University Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | More |
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| Common Job Activities | |
|---|---|
| Assisting And Caring For Others | ![]() |
| Documenting/Recording Information | ![]() |
| Getting Information | ![]() |
| Making Decisions And Solving Problems | ![]() |
| Communicating With Supervisors, Peers, Or Subordinates | ![]() |
| Identifying Objects, Actions, And Events | ![]() |
| Organizing, Planning, And Prioritizing Work | ![]() |
| Establishing And Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships | ![]() |
| Updating And Using Relevant Knowledge | ![]() |
| Evaluating Information To Determine Compliance With Standards | ![]() |
| Monitor Processes, Materials, Or Surroundings | ![]() |
| Training And Teaching Others | ![]() |
| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, Or Material | ![]() |
| Resolving Conflicts And Negotiating With Others | ![]() |
| Communicating With Persons Outside Organization | ![]() |
| Performing For Or Working Directly With The Public | ![]() |
| Interpreting The Meaning Of Information For Others | ![]() |
| Processing Information | ![]() |
| Coordinating The Work And Activities Of Others | ![]() |
| Developing And Building Teams | ![]() |
| Judging The Qualities Of Things, Services, Or People | ![]() |
| Analyzing Data Or Information | ![]() |
| Performing General Physical Activities | ![]() |
| Interacting With Computers | ![]() |
| Scheduling Work And Activities | ![]() |
| Coaching And Developing Others | ![]() |
| Handling And Moving Objects | ![]() |
| Performing Administrative Activities | ![]() |
| Guiding, Directing, And Motivating Subordinates | ![]() |
| Estimating The Quantifiable Characteristics Of Products, Events, Or Information | ![]() |
| Provide Consultation And Advice To Others | ![]() |
| Developing Objectives And Strategies | ![]() |
Tools and Technologies Used by Some Registered Nurses
- Acute Care Fetal Or Maternal Monitoring Units Or Accessories
- Apnea Monitors Or Accessories
- Arm Traction Supplies
- Arterial Blood Gas Monitors Or Accessories
- Arterial Line Catheters
- Audiometers Or Accessories
- Automated External Defibrillators AED Or Hard Paddles
- Autotransfusion Units
- Benchtop Centrifuges
- Binocular Light Compound Microscopes
- Blood Collection Needles
- Blood Collection Syringes
- Blood Warming Or Transfusion Systems
- Breathing Circuit Bags
- Calendar And Scheduling Software
- Canes Or Cane Accessories
- Cardiac Output CO Monitoring Units Or Accessories
- Cardiac Pacemaker Generators Or Implantable Defibrillators Or Accessories
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR Protective Shields Or Masks
- Cervical Collars Or Neck Braces
- Clinical Hydraulic Lifts Or Accessories
- Clinical Incubators Or Infant Warmers
- Clinical Trapeze Bars
- Continuous Passive Motion CPM Devices Or Accessories
- Crutches Or Crutch Accessories
- Data Base User Interface And Query Software
- Diagnostic Or Interventional Vascular Catheters Or Sets
- Electrocardiography EKG Transmitter Or Telemetry Or Accessories
- Electrocardiography EKG Units
- Electronic Blood Pressure Units
- Electronic Encyclopedias
- Electrosurgical Or Electrocautery Equipment Or Accessories Or Related Products
- Emergency Medical Services Head Immobilizers
- Emergency Medical Services Torso Immobilizers
- Endotracheal Tubes
- Enema Kits Or Accessories
- Enteral Feeding Administration Sets
- Enteral Feeding Infusion Pump Tubing Sets
- Epidural Trays Or Accessories
- Extremity Restraints
- Eye Charts Or Vision Cards
- Flexible Endoscopes Or Accessories Or Related Products
- Floor Grade Forceps Or Hemostats
- Flow Sensors Or Regulators Or Components
- Gait Belts For Rehabilitation Or Therapy
- Gastric Decompression Tubes
- Glucose Monitors Or Meters
- Hand Held Vascular Dopplers Or Accessories
- Hand Or Finger Traction Supplies
- Head Or Neck Traction Supplies
- Hemodialysis Dialyzer Reprocessing Systems
- Hypodermic Needles
- Information Retrieval Or Search Software
- Infusion Pump Kits Or Accessories
- Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing IPPB Machines
- Intraaortic Balloon Pumps Or Accessories
- Intracranial Pressure ICP Monitoring Units Or Accessories
- Intravenous Infusion Pump Analyzers Or Sensors
- Intravenous Or Arterial Tubing Adapters Or Connectors Or Locks Or Caps Or Protectors
- Intravenous Or Arterial Tubing Administration Sets
- Intravenous Syringe Infusion Pumps
- Intravenous Tubing With Catheter Administration Kits
- Intubation Stylets
- Lancets
- Lap Mayo Trays Or Mayo Stands For Surgical Use Or Accessories
- Laryngoscopes Or Accessories
- Laser Printers
- Leg Traction Supplies
- Long Term Continuous Electrocardiography EKG Or Holter Monitoring Systems
- Lower Extremity Prosthetic Devices
- Manual Resuscitators
- Mechanical Stethoscopes Or Accessories
- Medical Gas Cylinders Or Related Devices
- Medical Head Hoods
- Medical Incision Drains
- Medical Nasal Cannulae
- Medical Oxygen Masks Or Parts
- Medical Software
- Medical Staple Or Clip Removers
- Medical Suction Or Vacuum Appliances
- Medical Suction Sets Or Kits
- Medical Tuning Forks
- Medication Or Pill Dispensers Or Accessories
- Nasogastric Tubes
- Nebulizers Or Accessories
- Non Invasive Bi Level Machines
- Non Invasive Continuous Positive Air Pressure Machines
- Notebook Computers
- Office Suite Software
- Operating Room Lighting For Surgical Field Or Accessories Or Related Products
- Ophthalmoscopes Or Otoscopes Or Scope Sets
- Orthopedic Splint Systems
- Orthopedic Traction Hardware Or Weights
- Oxygen Therapy Delivery System Products Accessories Or Its Supplies
- Patient Bed Or Table Scales For General Use
- Patient Care Beds Or Accessories For General Use
- Patient Controlled Analgesia Infusion Pumps
- Patient Lifts Or Accessories
- Patient Motion Sensors Or Alarms Or Accessories
- Pelvis Or Back Traction Supplies
- Perfusion Oxygen Or Hematocrit Saturation Monitors Or Accessories
- Peripheral Intravenous Catheters For General Use
- Personal Computers
- Personal Digital Assistant PDAs Or Organizers
- Phacoemulsification Or Extrusion Equipment Or Accessories For Ophthalmic Surgery
- Phlebotomy Trays Or Accessories
- Pulse Oximeter Units
- Radio Frequency Transmitters Or Receivers
- Reflex Hammers Or Mallets
- Respiratory Aspirator Products Or Accessories
- Respiratory Humidifiers Or Vaporizers
- Respiratory Manometer Kits
- Restraint Straps Or Buckles Or Accessories Or Supplies
- Restraint Vests And Jackets
- Sexual Assault Determination Kits
- Spill Kits
- Spine Boards
- Spirometers Or Its Accessories Or Its Supplies
- Spreadsheet Software
- Sputum Collection Apparatus Or Containers
- Steam Autoclaves Or Sterilizers
- Suction Kits
- Surgical Clamps Or Clips Or Forceps Or Accessories
- Surgical Drapes
- Surgical Needle Holders For General Use
- Surgical Retractors For General Use
- Surgical Scalpels Or Knives Or Blades Or Trephines Or Accessories
- Surgical Suction Machines Or Vacuum Extractors Or Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirators Or Regulators Or Accessories
- Suture Needles
- Suture Removal Kits Or Trays Or Packs Or Sets
- Tablet Computers
- Therapeutic Heating Or Cooling Blankets Or Drapes
- Therapeutic Heating Or Cooling Pads Or Compresses Or Packs
- Time Accounting Software
- Tourniquets
- Tracheostomy Accessories
- Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation Units
- Transport Or Mobile Multiparameter Vital Sign Units Or Accessories
- Tuberculin Syringes
- Ultraviolet UV Lamps
- Umbilical Catheters
- Upper Extremity Prosthetic Devices
- Urinalysis Test Strips
- Urinary Catheterization Kits Or Accessories
- Urological Procedure Trays Or Packs Or Kits
- Vacuum Blood Collection Tubes Or Containers
- Vascular Or Compression Apparel Or Supports
- Vascular Sequential Compression Devices Or Tubing
- Ventricular Assist Devices
- Vision Testing Stereoscopes
- Walkers Or Rollators
Related Pages Detailing Characteristics for Registered Nurses
- Career Summary, including overview, salary, education, and job titles
- Personal Skills and knowledge required
- Personal Characteristics, including interests and personality
| Common Work Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Contact With Others | ![]() |
| Telephone | ![]() |
| Importance Of Being Exact Or Accurate | ![]() |
| Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | ![]() |
| Face-To-Face Discussions | ![]() |
| Work With Work Group Or Team | ![]() |
| Physical Proximity | ![]() |
| Exposed To Disease Or Infections | ![]() |
| Deal With External Customers | ![]() |
| Frequency Of Decision Making | ![]() |
| Time Pressure | ![]() |
| Impact Of Decisions On Co-Workers Or Company Results | ![]() |
| Wear Common Protective Or Safety Equipment Such As Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, Or Life Jackets | ![]() |
| Freedom To Make Decisions | ![]() |
| Deal With Unpleasant Or Angry People | ![]() |
| Frequency Of Conflict Situations | ![]() |
| Structured Versus Unstructured Work | ![]() |
| Coordinate Or Lead Others | ![]() |
| Responsible For Others' Health And Safety | ![]() |
| Consequence Of Error | ![]() |
| Spend Time Standing | ![]() |
| Responsibility For Outcomes And Results | ![]() |
| Importance Of Repeating Same Tasks | ![]() |
| Spend Time Walking And Running | ![]() |
| Letters And Memos | ![]() |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands To Handle, Control, Or Feel Objects, Tools, Or Controls | ![]() |
| Electronic Mail | ![]() |







