Emergency Nurses

Camps, government facilities, corporations, businesses, correctional institutions, and other health care institutions may employ emergency nurses. Many emergency nurses work in hospital emergency rooms or emergency care centers. Most hospital and institutional environments are clean and well lit. Inner city facilities and hospitals may be in less than desirable locations and safety may be an issue. Generally, emergency nurses who wish to advance in their careers will find themselves working in larger facilities in major cities.

All nursing careers have some health and disease risks; however, adherence to health and safety guidelines greatly minimizes the chance of contracting infectious diseases such as hepatitis and HIV. Medical knowledge and good safety measures are also needed to limit the nurse's exposure to toxic chemicals, radiation, and other hazards.