Why Become a Nurse?

A career in nursing offers one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic paths in the healthcare field. With over 4 million registered nurses in the U.S., nursing stands as the largest sector of the healthcare workforce, encompassing more than 100 specialties to explore.

While nurses are essential in delivering hands-on patient care, their roles go far beyond that. They serve as leaders, advocates, educators, innovators, problem-solvers, policy makers, and agents of change.

Like any profession, nursing comes with its share of challenges, including long hours, physical and mental exhaustion, and the potential for stress. Despite these demands, nursing stands out as a field where individuals can truly make a lasting impact on patients, communities, and the healthcare system at large.

Nurses form the foundation of healthcare, bringing valuable experience, fresh ideas, and unique insights that allow them to transform healthcare delivery and promote equitable access for all.

Feel free to reach out with any questions or comments on beginning (or completing!) your nursing journey here at Sumner College.