Nurse Practitioner and 

Clinical Specialist

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialist are advanced practice registered nurses who have received special courses and training. They usually work closely with doctors and can perform many high-level primary care tasks. They often specialize in specific types of practice such as pediatrics, psychiatry, or obstetrics.  Some establish private practices; however, most work in doctors’ offices, hospitals, or neighborhood health centers. Duties often include:

·       Taking detailed medical histories and perform complete physical exams.

·       Provide diagnosed and recommending treatment plans.

·       Treating common medical condition, illness, and injuries.

·       Prescribing limited medications.

·       Counseling patients and families.

Average Salary: $39,000-$70,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take challenging high school courses in science, math, and English. Students must complete all of the education requirements to become a baccalaureate prepare registered nurse. They must then complete additional masters’ levels training and pass a certification examination.

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