Nursing
Registered Nurse career guide
Registered Nurses work in nursing settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on patient care, medication administration, clinical documentation, with pay typically ranging from $9,000 to $95,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Registered Nurses earn approximately $9,000–$95,000 per year with very high global demand. Entry typically requires bsc nursing or diploma plus national registration, plus registration with bodies such as NMC (UK), NCSBN (US), AHPRA (AU), DHA/HAAD (UAE).
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Nursing |
| Education | BSc Nursing or diploma plus national registration |
| Certifications | NCLEX-RN, NMC Registration, BLS, ACLS |
| Regulators | NMC (UK), NCSBN (US), AHPRA (AU), DHA/HAAD (UAE) |
| Salary range (USD) | $9,000 – $95,000 |
| Demand | Very high |
Core skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- EHR
Career progression
- 1Staff Nurse
- 2Senior Staff Nurse
- 3Charge Nurse
- 4Nurse Manager
- 5Director of Nursing
Specialty
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