Optional · 1 of 3
Certifications that open doors
Intravenous therapy certification
Some states restrict what a practical nurse may do with an IV line until you take an approved course.
Wound care
Nursing homes need nurses who can manage complex wounds.
Charge nurse in long-term care
Running a unit and supervising nursing assistants. More responsibility.
Dialysis or hospice
Specialty settings that train you on the job.