Question

Job rodeo


What is the job title of your chosen profession? (1 pt)


What is the description of profession? (3 pts)


In what type of setting does this professional work? (ex: hospital, school, office, outdoors, etc). (2 pts)


What education and/or certifications are required for this career? (2 pts)


What is the average yearly salary for this profession? (2 pts)


What are some skills that are important to have for this career? (3 pts)


What are some of the advantages of working in this career? (4 pts)


What are disadvantages of working in this career? (3 pts)


List two websites or sources to learn more information about this career. (2 pts)


What is it that attracted you research this particular career? (3 pts)

Answer 1

1) Job title (1 pt)
- Registered Nurse (RN)

2) Description of profession (3 pts)
- Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care, administer medications and treatments, monitor patient health, record medical information, educate patients and families about health conditions and care plans, and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective care.

3) Work setting (2 pts)
- Hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, long-term care/nursing homes, schools, outpatient centers, home health, public health agencies, and sometimes research or corporate settings.

4) Education and/or certifications required (2 pts)
- Minimum: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Must pass the NCLEX-RN licensing exam to become an RN.
- Employers often prefer or require a BSN; additional certifications (e.g., BLS—Basic Life Support, ACLS—Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, specialty certs) may be needed depending on the area of practice.

5) Average yearly salary (2 pts)
- Varies by location and experience. In the U.S., typical annual pay is roughly $70,000–$90,000; median pay is around $75,000–$80,000. (Exact figures depend on region, employer, and specialty.)

6) Important skills for this career (3 pts)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
- Empathy, patience, and emotional resilience
- Time management and organization
- Basic technical/clinical skills (vital signs, IVs, medication administration)
- Teamwork and adaptability

7) Advantages of working in this career (4 pts)
- High and growing demand → strong job security and many job openings
- Variety of work settings and specialty areas to choose from
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives
- Competitive pay and benefits (health insurance, retirement, paid leave)
- Clear career advancement paths (BSN → MSN → nurse practitioner, leadership, education, or specialty roles)
- Flexible scheduling options (full/part-time, shifts)

8) Disadvantages of working in this career (3 pts)
- Physically demanding (long shifts, standing, lifting patients)
- Emotional stress and risk of burnout from high-stakes care and patient suffering
- Irregular hours, night shifts, weekends, and holidays are common
- Exposure to infectious diseases and workplace hazards
- Ongoing requirement for continuing education and maintaining certifications

9) Two websites/sources for more information (2 pts)
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Registered Nurses: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm
- American Nurses Association: https://www.nursingworld.org

10) What attracted me to research this career? (3 pts)
- I’m interested in a hands-on job where I can help people directly and make a real difference in their health and recovery. Nursing appeals because of the variety of specialties and settings, strong job demand and stability, and the clear opportunities for growth and further education. I also like that nursing combines scientific knowledge with personal interaction.