Nurse-midwives focus on education and health care for women and their families, providing complete maternity care to women experiencing a normal pregnancy. Each has hospital privileges and works in collaboration with the patient's personal physician to assure continuity of care. Pediatric nurse practitioners have advanced training in a master's degree program. Or, they may have certificates in pediatric nursing. They are experts in the care of infants and children.
Registered nurses are state-licensed.
RNs evaluate each member's specific needs. They coordinate, plan, and direct care. RNs teach patients how to prevent disease and manage illness. Licensed practical nurses are state-licensed. They may receive up to two years of training in a technical or community college.