If you’re thinking about becoming a nurse, you may already know that nursing job availability is booming — and expected to continue growing. Your options in the nursing field are numerous, especially in home care jobs as the cost of health care rises. Here’s what you need to know about this rewarding career choice.

Why Nursing Jobs Are Rewarding

Nursing jobs are the perfect fit for men and women who are driven to care for others but also have a keen interest in science and math. Nursing jobs offer variety for people who can’t imagine sitting at a desk all day. Nurses also connect with people every day and make a difference in others’ lives.

Nursing jobs can also be financially rewarding, with the median salary for registered nurses at $68,450 as of 2016. By 2026, it’s projected that over 400,000 nursing jobs will open up, making it an excellent career choice.  

Benefits of Home Care Jobs

Nurses work in many places like hospitals, private medical practices, schools and universities, and the military. Home care nursing jobs allow nurses to connect with patients as they get to know them one-on-one in a personal setting.

Many people who choose home care nursing jobs also do so because they want the autonomy to set their own schedule. Home care nurses often work for an agency, and they can tell the agency which days and hours they prefer to work. In-home nurses also have the opportunity to spend more time doing hands-on patient care and less time sitting in an office.

J&D Ultracare, in Westchester County, Monroe, Orange County, and White Plains, NY, is the only home health care agency in Hudson Valley that solely specializes in pediatric home care. We offer excellent benefits as well as ongoing educational opportunities that will keep your career on the move. Check out our current openings. You can also call about nursing jobs by dialing (845)357-4500 or sending a message online.