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Is being a nurse practitioner a good fit for you?

Examines patients, diagnoses illnesses and prescribes treatment. Works on their own or with a healthcare team.

What the work involves

  • Keeps complete, detailed records of patients' care plans and outlook.
  • Develops treatment plans based on science, care standards and professional guidelines.
  • Gives patients information to promote health and prevent disease or disability.
  • Studies patients' histories, symptoms and exam findings to reach the right diagnosis.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be curious and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onSome. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousStrong. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingStrong. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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