Do you have a physical limitation but want to continue practicing nursing? Here’s a list of 15 ways you can use your medical expertise.
Author: Gayle Morris
Question: What types of jobs can nurses with physical disabilities get?
Answer: Are you a nurse or want to become a nurse and have physical limitations? You aren’t the only one! Job prospects are looking strong for all nurses, including nurses with physical disabilities:
- There were 3,096,700 jobs for registered nurses (RNs) in 2019 alone, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- 26% of all adults in the U.S. have some disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- There could be upwards of 800,000 disabled registered nurses that may need job accommodations.
There are many types of physical disabilities. Many nurses with physical disabilities become disabled or develop chronic health conditions after receiving their license, and adjusting can be challenging. Learning new skills and using new equipment is the first step, but finding employment with a disability can seem intimidating.
One of the great things about nursing is that you have options, and likely more options than you realize!
There are many ways to find support as a nurse with disabilities, including knowing your rights, joining professional nursing organizations, and understanding the importance of workplace inclusion.
Read more here: https://nursejournal.org/ask-a-nurse/jobs-for-nurses-with-physical-disabilities/
