In The Field: Nurse Robes tells us why nurses are essential
Today, we’re turning the spotlight on Home Health Nurse Caroline Robes from West Covina, CA. She’s sharing with us why nursing is rewarding and our significance in the world of health.
Q: TRUE or FALSE: “Nurses eat their young”
A: FALSE.
Q: Any self care or mental health tips for new nurses?
A: Learning is a lifelong process and very rewarding in return.
Caroline Robes, Home Health Nurse
Q: Is there anything you'd like to talk about that we didn't include in our questions?
A: Nursing has been the best career, especially with everything that’s happening worldwide. Viral pandemic has been hard for everyone but nurses have shown the world why nurses love what they do, to be selfless and promote health #InTheField.
Wondering what the requirements are to become a home health care nurse?
First, you must attend nursing school and obtain your LPN (licensed practical nurse) from an accredited program. However, most employers prefer registered nurses who have earned their associates degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor’s of science of nursing degree (BSN).