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Registered Nurses
Description
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.
Common Tasks
- Engage in research activities related to nursing.
- Work with individuals, groups, or families to plan or implement programs designed to improve the overall health of communities.
- Provide or arrange for training or instruction of auxiliary personnel or students.
- Refer students or patients to specialized health resources or community agencies furnishing assistance.
- Consult with institutions or associations regarding issues or concerns relevant to the practice and profession of nursing.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $55.12 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $32.71 and $76.04 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $114,637.68 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $68,031.88 and $158,149.28 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 17,510 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 21.2% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 21,220.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $56.00 with the median annual salary reaching $118,381.
