Nurse Attorneys have earned both their nursing and law degrees, so they can represent medical professionals in court, or work to change healthcare policies. Nurse Attorneys who choose a courtroom career, can help doctors or nurses involved in malpractice suits, and consult on disputes with insurance companies. The individuals who choose a career in health can advocate healthcare policies, lobby for nursing associations or help inform lawmakers on important issues within the healthcare industry. As a Nurse Attorney, you can also work as a writer, or editor, for professional nursing and legal journals.
Things You'll Do:
- Represent healthcare professionals in court
- Analyze personal injury or insurance claims
- Be an expert witness in medical legal cases
- Advocate healthcare policies
Your job characteristics:
- Fast-paced
- Multifaceted
- Structured
- Patient-facing
- Managerial
- Independent
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Get YourBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Pass YourNational Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN)
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Work as a Registered Nurse, getting clinical experience before applying to law school.
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Pass YourLaw School Admissions Test (LSAT)
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Get YourJuris Doctor degree (JD)
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Pass YourState bar licensing exam
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Become aNurse Attorney
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