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How can I become a Post-Partum Nurse after high school?

Can I go to community college? Age requirement? Education needed?

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jami’s Answer

You will needto enter college to get your degree.
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Karin’s Answer

Hi Alannah,

What a wonderful career choice helping new moms, new babies and new dads. I love that for you!

You might get most of your questions answered in these links:
https://nursejournal.org/careers/postpartum-nurse/ and here:

https://nurse.org/resources/postpartum-nurse/

Nursing programs do exist at Community Colleges. Here is a list:
https://www.rntobsnprogram.com/postpartum-nurse/

For becoming a post-partum nurse it has this information:
Becoming a postpartum nurse begins with becoming a licensed RN. This requires earning a nursing degree, either an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN).

These degrees qualify nurses for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). This standardized test evaluates a nursing school graduate's knowledge and skills in providing general nursing care. All states require nurses to pass the exam to attain licensure.
Taking courses in maternal and infant care in nursing school can prepare entry-level RNs for work as postpartum nurses.
After two years of experience in the field, postpartum nurses can seek certification in maternal newborn nursing (RNC-MNN) or electronic fetal monitoring. They can also seek advanced education to earn a master's or doctoral degree, possibly increasing their career opportunities and earning potential.

As for long it takes:
It takes 2-4 years to become a postpartum nurse. An ADN to become a registered nurse takes two years, while a BSN requires four years of study. Earning a relevant certification in maternal newborn nursing or electronic fetal monitoring requires at least two years of work experience as a postpartum nurse. Bridge programs or residencies through larger medical centers may condense this time frame.

Good luck!

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Godfrey’s Answer

After high school you need to get enrolled into a registered nurse training college and complete about the 3year course and proceed for attachment then get registered by the revelevant registration board.
You can thereafter get employed to a hospital the get attached to post natal clinic or ward where you will get further on job experience from seniors within the department
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Jenna’s Answer

Absolutely, community college is a fantastic place for you to start your journey towards becoming a nurse. Remember, it's not about where you studied, but the fact that you did and that your institution is accredited. It's also beneficial to aim for your BSN, as community college nursing programs typically offer AS degrees. Specialized fields such as postpartum, OB, Labor and Delivery, etc., often favor candidates with a bachelor's degree. Although it's not impossible to secure a position without one, it certainly gives you an edge.

While you're still in nursing school, make the most of your clinical rotations. Be proactive, ask insightful questions, and seize every chance you get to observe procedures. Building strong relationships and maintaining a positive reputation can work wonders when you're aiming for those competitive specialties. You might need to gather some initial nursing experience on the MedSurg floor for a few years before applying, but every step you take brings you closer to your goal. Keep going, you're on the right path!

Jenna recommends the following next steps:

Research community college programs.
Create good relationships during school.
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