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Healthcare & Medicine
Doctor (Physician)
Diagnoses and treats illness and injury, working directly with patients across primary care, hospitals, or specialist practice.
High GrowthRegulated ProfessionPeople Focused
Healthcare & Medicine
Nurse
Provides direct patient care, monitors health conditions, and supports treatment plans across hospital, clinic, or community settings.
Also known as: Registered Nurse, Staff Nurse
Compare with another careerWhat you do
Monitors vital signs, administers medication, assists with procedures, educates patients and families, and coordinates with doctors on treatment. Works in shifts, often forming the continuous point of contact for a patient during a hospital stay.
Typical work environment
Hospitals, clinics, or community health settings, on rotating shifts including nights, working closely within a care team.
Typical entry point
Staff nurse in a hospital ward after a nursing degree/diploma and registration
Relevant subjects
Core
Biology
Also relevant
Chemistry
Relevant interests
Core
HealthcareHelping people
Also relevant
Biology
Useful skills
Communication· IntermediateTeamwork· IntermediateOrganization· Intermediate
These are useful, relevant skills to build over time — not a checklist you need to already have.
Common education routes
Bachelor's degree—NursingPrimary route
Diploma—NursingCommon route
These are common routes in, not the only path — and not a university or course recommendation.
Career characteristics
High job securityGood international mobilityHigh social impact
General tendencies for this career, not a guarantee — actual roles vary by employer and location.
Industries
Healthcare
Tags
People-focusedHigh-growthRegulated profession
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