Different Types of Nursing Specialities
One of the great things about nursing careers is the large number of specialties that nurses can choose to target in their careers. Here are just a few examples of the most common types of nursing specialties that nurses may be interested in.
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Labor and Delivery
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Many nurses dream of working labor and delivery to care for women who are either in labor or who have recently given birth. Labor and delivery nursing can be a highly emotional and fulfilling career; usually you will need a minimum credential of Registered Nurse.
Medical-Surgical Nursing
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Nurses working in medical-surgical nursing care for patients who are awaiting surgery or who have recently had surgery, and they also may provide assistance in the operating room during surgical procedures.
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Renal Nursing
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Renal nurses specialize in caring for patients who have kidney disorders and may assist in caring for patients receiving kidney dialysis.
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
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Psychiatric and mental health nurses care for patients with serious psychiatric disorders; they may work at institutions serving these patients.
Pediatric Nursing
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Pediatric nurses work in the pediatric ward of hospitals or in pediatric doctor's offices; they specialize in caring for children.
Public Health Nursing
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Nurses working in public health may be involved in public health initiatives, such as testing for sexually transmitted diseases or administering vaccinations. They may also be involved in community health educational programs.
Oncology Nursing
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Oncological nurses care for patients with cancer who may be undergoing radiation or chemotherapy.
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