Explore Nursing Roles by Practice Setting
See how each setting impacts patient care, team collaboration, and career growth. Select the environment that best suits your talents and preferences.+
Hospital-Based
Roles in hospitals including ICU, ER, Oncology, Surgery, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical, Labor & Delivery, and more.
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Long-Term & Skilled Nursing Facilities
Serve patients in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, or memory care communities, focusing on geriatric and chronic care.
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Clinic / Ambulatory
Discover outpatient roles in primary care, specialty clinics, urgent care, surgical centers, and infusion or dialysis facilities.
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Home Health & Hospice
Deliver compassionate in-home care, palliative support, and end-of-life comfort for patients managing chronic or terminal conditions.
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Community & Public Health
Engage in public health initiatives, vaccination programs, outreach, school nursing, and preventative care across diverse populations.
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Telehealth & Remote
Enjoy flexible, at-home nursing roles in virtual triage, video consultations, remote patient monitoring, and online care coordination.
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Military & Government
Discover nursing careers in military branches, VA hospitals, federal agencies, or state health departments, serving active-duty and veteran populations.
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School Nurse
Provide healthcare services, health education, and emergency response for students and staff in K-12 or college settings.
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Academic & Research
Explore careers in nursing education, faculty roles, clinical research trials, and university research positions focusing on healthcare.
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Correctional Facilities
Provide healthcare within jails, prisons, or detention centers, addressing acute, chronic, and mental health needs of incarcerated individuals.