A career as an LNC offers a potentially interesting application of nursing to the legal field. Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow by 9% between 2020 and 2030. The growth can be partially attributed to increases in: • Global elderly population • Chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease • Home health services increasing as hospitals are continually pressured to discharge people more quickly  These trends are likely to also affect the need for certified nursing consultants who work in the general healthcare system.