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As a registered nurse, you will be able to make a difference in the lives of many in need of medical care.
Nursing graduates work in a variety of areas and specialties in hospitals including medical surgical, critical care, emergency nursing, obstetrics, pediatrics, and mental health. Your work can include assessing a patient’s condition, planning and administering treatment in coordination with other health care professionals, educating patients and families about home treatment, and even supervising licensed practical nurses, nursing assistants, and home health aides.
Registered nurses also work in community health agencies where they can educate the public, clinics, schools, and businesses. Many graduates also pursue graduate degrees and work as managers, nurse practitioners, and nurse anesthetists.
of job growth is projected for registered nurses between 2022-2032 (faster than average)
of registered nurses work in hospitals, while 18% work as part of ambulatory health care services
Those who have graduated with an Elmira College Nursing degree have used their skills and knowledge at many locations, including:
Our alumni have held positions such as EVP/chief nurse executive, VAD coordinator, clinical specialist, RN supervisor, director of staff development, certified diabetes educator, system director, operating room director, nurse manager – prep and recovery, associate professor – Nursing, EPIC clinical systems analyst, director of independent living health care, vice president of long term care services, staff educator, and senior director – clinical services.
When you're getting ready to put your EC education to work, the Office of Career Services can help!