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Occupational Outlook for Careers in Nursing

Mississippi College's School of Nursing

Skills, knowledge needed for this field:

• Possess attention for accurate detail; ability to distinguish differences between objects or behaviors
• Continuous growth in knowledge of the information and techniques needed in the nursing field
• Ability to identify complex problems, critically analyze alternative actions, and implement the best solution
• Provide personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients

Develop your resume: 

• Join Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing or Student Nurses Association
• Acquire hands-on clinical experience in nursing procedures; participate in the Mexico Mission Trip
• Participate in Research Poster Day, Health Fairs and the Baptist Nursing Fellowship
• Pass the NCLEX exam for RN licensure
• Obtain specialized training, if needed

Additional resources and links:

• American Association of Colleges of Nursing
• Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma Theta Tau International)
• Mississippi Hospital Association
• Mississippi Nurses Association
• National League for Nursing
• National Student Nurses Association
• Nurse.com
• Nursing World