Student nurses are trainees in preparation for professional nursing practice.
The type of training varies. In the United States, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) are common options, as well as the shorter Licenced Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licenced Vocational Nurse (LVN) programs.
In other parts of the world, a Bachelor of Nursing degree may be obtained. Enrolled Nurse (EN) training still exists in many countries. Some countries train nurses for specific areas of practice, including obstetrics, pediatrics, and mental health.
Postgraduate education in nursing is becoming more common, although nurses undertaking such study are unlikely to be referred to as, "student nurses".
Not for profit organization of health professionals dedicated to the alleviation of suffering due to a lack of education in developing communities. Photos, planned trips, membership information. http://www.nswb.org/
Features information on getting the basics in the field, finding nursing programs, frequently asked questions, profiles of nurses, and a scholarship search. http://www.discovernursing.com/
Authorized information about the NCLEX examination. Includes detailed information on the test process and how pass/fail decisions are made. http://www.ncsbn.org/
For students studying and working within the pediatric setting. Includes news, first aid information, and links to suggested articles. http://www.childbranch.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/
Features practice tests for metric conversions, tablet doses, fluid doses, IV drop rates. Test software available for download (shareware, Microsoft Windows only) . http://www.testandcalc.com/
