Salary Information: Median yearly of $57,280 in May 2006
Necessary Education: Bachelor's degree, Associate degree, or a diploma from an approved Nursing Program and Nursing License. This usually takes about 2-4 years to complete.
Job Availability: In 2006 there were 2.5 million positions held by Nurses.
Job Summary: You will be expected to perform tasks including caring for and educating patients and their families, recording medical histories, performing diagnostic tests, administering medicine, etc.
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Primary Care Physician
Salary: $137,119 for less than 2 years in specialty
Education Requirements: 8 years of education beyond High School, plus 3-8 years of internship or residency
Job Summary: Treat a wide range of medical conditions and refer patients to specialists when needed.
Pediatric Physician
Salary: $132,953 for less than 2 years in specialty
Necessary Education: 8 years of education beyond High School, plus 3-8 years of internship or residency
Job Summary: Care for the health of infants to young adults, and specialize in ailments specific to growth and development of that age group.
