By Jesse Muro
Nurse Anesthetist
Education-Bachelors of Science in Nursing(BSN),and Graduation from an accredited graduate
school of nurse anesthesia.
Certification and Licensure-Obtain Nursing license and get your CRNA (Certified
Registered Nurse Anesthetist)
Job responsibilities-Cares for patient before,during ,and after a medical procedure or surgery,
preforming patient assessment,preparing patient for anesthsia,administering and maintaining the
anesthesia to ensure proper sedation,and overseeing patient recovery.
Hospice/Palliative Nurse
Education-Nursing Diploma, Associates degree in nursing(ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(BSN)
Schools that offer Palliative Nursing degrees-New York University (New York, NY) and Ursuline
College (Pepper Pike, OH)
Certification and Licensure-Pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) and
Hospice and Palliative Nurses certification exam
Job Responsibilities-A Hospice Nurse cares for patients at the end of their lives. Their main
responsibility is to help people live as comfortably and independently as possible and with the least
amount of pain, in their final days. One of the largest parts of being a Hospice Nurse involves helping
patients, and their families, feel more comfortable about death and providing them with the
emotional support they need.
Pharmacist
Education--Need to enroll in Doctor of Pharmacy degree program
Schools that offer Doctor Of Pharmacy Degrees-University of Southern California,Loma Linda
University,University of California San Diego,University of California San Francisco
Certification and Licensure-Need to have a Doctorate in Pharmacy and obtain a state specific
license to be able to practice.
Job Responsibilities-Distribute drugs prescribed by physicians and provide information to patients
about medication
Registered Nurse
Education-Associates degree in nursing(ADN) or Bachelors of science in nursing(BSN)
Schools that offer Registered Nursing degrees-San Francisco State University,California State
University East Bay,San Jose State University,Sonoma State University.
Certification and licensure-Must apply to be eligible to receive a nursing license,then must pass the
NCLEX exam
Job responsibilities-Perform physical exams,provide promotion of health,administer medication,
take care of wounds,interpret patient information and make critical decisions,coordinate care,direct
and supervise LPNs.
Athletic Trainer
Education-Need a bachelor's degree from an accredited (CAATE) college or university
Schools that offer Athletic Trainer programs-California State University Long Beach,San Diego
State University,California State University Fullerton,California State University Fresno.
Certification and Licensure-Need to pass Board Of Certification exam.
Job Responsibilities-Apply protective or injury-preventive devices, such as tape, bandages, and
braces
Recognize and evaluate injuries
Provide first aid or emergency care
Develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes
Plan and implement programs to prevent injury and illness among athletes
Perform administrative tasks, such as keeping records and writing reports on injuries and treatment
programs
Dentist
Education-Have to get a bachelors in some sort of science,then go into dental
school and get a Doctorate,then go into a residency program for 1-2 years.
Schools that offer Dentist programs-Loma Linda University School of
Dentistry,University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry,The Herman
Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC.
Certification and Licensure-pass both of two parts of the National Board
Dental Examinations,and also pass a clinical exam to earn your license.
Job Responsibilities-Educate patients on oral care,examine teeth,carry out
treatments,maintain patient records.