2007-08-22 13:04:22 · 9 answers · asked by Pretty Lady 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Health Care
Radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, sonography, x-ray.
2007-08-22 17:22:03 · answer #1 · answered by RadTech - BAS RT(R)(ARRT) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nursing is a good medical career field that does not require 6 years of school.
As to the "levels of nursing" there are certified nursing assistants or CNA's. A good CNA is a valuable member of a nursing team. This is a physically demanding position and they work hard, but they are usually the lowest paid individuals. Training for this type of position is minimal and a CNA is limited in the type of functions they can perform.
The next level is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or in some states they are called licensed vocational nurse or LVN. These nurses usually complete a one year program and have to pass a nursing board exam to be licensed. Their scope of practice is outlined by state regulations and can vary from state-to-state. These nurses do get paid more than CNAs and they can work in a variety of settings, hospitals, home health agencies, clinics, etc.
RN's are the next group and schooling can vary. In most states, in order to be eligible to take the exam to be licensed, students have to attend an accredited school. There are nursing programs that can be completed at a community college level and the graduates usually receive an Associate Degree in Nursing. A student can also receive a Bachelor's degree in nursing from a 4-year college or university. Some nurses that have this degree will designate this in their signature, such as, Jane Doe, RN, BSN. Whether a student graduates from a ADN or BSN program, they both sit for the same state exam and both have the title of RN when they pass their boards.
I have seen some institutions that are encouraging RN's that did not graduate as an BSN to go back to school. Occasionally you will see criteria for a job that states "BSN Required" but there are still alot of good RNs that are ADNs and do not have any difficulties finding their "dream job."
RNs are in high demand and I have watched the pay for nurses increase to help with recruitment and retention. In some states, nurses in high demand areas can make $75,000+ per year.
2007-08-22 19:10:35 · answer #2 · answered by Laura E 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
becoming a CNA (certified nursing assistant ) does not require 6 years of schooling. i think it only requires a few months but you may want to ask at your local red cross or a hospice or nursing home..
2007-08-22 13:11:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Medical assistant pays well.Dont do C.N.A its alot of hard work and the pay sucks.Go to school for m.a its short term schooling and they will help you with externship and job placement most of the time.
2007-08-22 13:14:01 · answer #4 · answered by dede 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
respiratory therapy, or physical therapy, or even occupational therapy. or any find of therapist (sex, family, whatever) some states you don't have to be licsened or certified... good luck
2007-08-22 13:22:32 · answer #5 · answered by jwood 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nursing! and they are in demand right now.
2007-08-22 13:10:12 · answer #6 · answered by dreamgirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No such thing! Unless you open your own company and your successful!
2007-08-22 13:09:18 · answer #7 · answered by melvin m 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
nursing
2007-08-22 13:08:10 · answer #8 · answered by Snicker 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nursing and have your own business
2007-08-22 13:55:57 · answer #9 · answered by fworkathome 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋