As a nurse (also known as a nurse practitioner), you are responsible for the care and nursing of patients in various medical facilities. The tasks include carrying out medical treatments, assisting with personal hygiene, administering medication and documenting the patient's state of health. In addition, the nurse is the contact person for patients and their relatives and plays an important role in interdisciplinary cooperation in the healthcare system.
To work as a nurse, you usually need to have completed training in healthcare and nursing. In Germany, this training usually lasts three years and includes both theoretical and practical content. After training, there is also the option of further training and specialization in certain areas of nursing, such as intensive care or palliative care.
As a nurse, you have numerous career opportunities. After training, you can work in various areas of medicine, for example in clinics, nursing homes or outpatient care. With appropriate further training, you can also take on positions in management or in the training of new nursing staff. There is also the opportunity to specialize in particular fields or pursue an academic career.
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