The field of nursing is not only a huge industry but a growing one as well. Nursing jobs are becoming more and more specialized resulting in more positions being created and needing qualified nursing school graduates to fill them. Here are some details on five sub-category nursing fields that offer many positions therein. Find out which one is right for you!

Deciding to become a nurse is just the first step. Once you have made that decision you must then decide what kind of nurse you would like to be- an LPN, RN, or BSN. Each of these types is distinctly different in terms of career options, responsibilities, and required education. Once you have decided on a nursing profession you can select a nursing school. To help you understand what each of these entails, here are some basic descriptions of each.

Chicago called to you after nursing school. You wanted to work in a busy hospital where your skills would be put to the test. You also wanted to live in a city that could give you exciting new experiences around every corner. So, you signed up with a travel nursing agency to find openings in one of the many hospitals in the city.

You have finished school. You found a job that allows you to use your skills. Now your supervisor wants you to take more classes?

You read that right. More classes. Nurses at all levels are expected to take a certain amount of continuing education class hours each year to requalify for their licenses. Each state determines how many hours you will need to take over a two-year period—Michigan requires 25, while California asks for 30.

See a list of schools/colleges offering nursing programs

You know you want to be a nurse, you know what school you want to go to, but you have no idea how you'll pay for it. Don't worry, you aren't alone. Between books, tuition, and everything else you'll need when you start classes, you will need to get to work on finding funding.

You've already earned your certificate or degree as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CAN), LPN or RN, but would like to increase your earning potential, or take on a more challenging role in a hospital or healthcare institution. What additional educational training do you need in order to take your nursing career to the next level, and will the extra investment in school really pay off?

An important thing to check for when enrolling in nursing school is what type of accreditation the school has. Think of accreditation as a gold star for the school. It says that the school has been reviewed by nursing organizations and found to have an acceptable curriculum. Different nursing programs require different accreditation, so you'll need to do your homework.