Operating room and surgical nurses work as either circulating or scrub nurses to manage the activities of the operating room or assist in surgical procedures. Gerontological nurses care for the growing numbers of the elderly, often helping them to maintain healthy, productive lives. Nurse Anesthetists provide anesthesia service in a variety of settings. Community and health nurses meet the health care needs of the growing numbers of patients who require ongoing care in their homes and other community based settings. Nurse administrators provide leadership and coordination of professional nursing activities for a department, unit, or organization.
Nurse educators teach nursing and health care in nursing and medical schools.
Occupational health nurses provide health care services in work settings to improve or maintain employee health. These nursing services contribute to greater productivity and lower health care costs for the worker and the employer. Nurse entrepreneurs own their own businesses to provide health care services. Examples include case managers and consultants. Psychiatric-Mental health nurses focus on mental and emotional needs of patients in clinics, acute care, and community settings.