5 Steps to Advance Your Nursing Career

Whether you are an RN or LPN, it is important that you take control of your professional future and make sure that you are progressing wisely down your career path. Here are five essential steps to advance your nursing career.

1. Further your education.

Going back to school and getting an advanced degree or certification will improve your nursing knowledge and skills necessary to further your nursing career and promotion. Advancing your education will also give you the tools and credentials necessary for taking on new challenges.

2. Find a mentor.

Mentors are great sources of information and career guidance if you want to advance your nursing career. You should identify an experienced and successful person who you are most comfortable with either inside or outside of your organization, and don’t be afraid to ask for career advice and guidance.