Physical therapists can teach patients how to prevent or manage their condition so that they will achieve long-term health benefits. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan, using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
There are several levels of career choices including: the Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.), Registered Nurse (R.N.), and advance practice nurses who generally have a masters degree and/or a doctoral degree in nursing.
In order to become a nurse practitioner, you will need a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, as well as to be licensed and certified. Nurse practitioners need to have skills in problem solving, decision making, communication, leadership, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and compassion.