Specialty Requirements

• Degree
  • Associate's Degree in Nursing
  • Some Hospitals may hire you under the condition that you will get your BSN within a designated amount of time.
• Certifications
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resusitation Program (NRP)
    • Can be obtained after start date at the expense of the employer.

Characteristics

• Empathetic
• Compassionate
• Physical and Mental Endurance
• Critical thinking skills
• Observant
• Time-management
• Quick Learner
• Organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Independent but also a good team player
• Knowledgeable of Disease processes
• Prioritization
• Multi-tasking
• Resilience

A Day in the Life