registered nurse

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My wife was a registered nurse, and I, as a commercial fisherman, worked for years while we lived and saved on only slightly more than what crew-share employees earned.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Pretti was a licensed, law-abiding gun owner, registered nurse, and worked at a veteran’s hospital.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

The registered nurse, who is on maternity leave after having her son Albie, was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm - a swollen blood vessel - after suffering extreme headaches.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

She had earned her vocational nursing license from the school, the Professional Medical Careers Institute, and wanted to continue her studies to become a registered nurse.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Adele was a registered nurse and also had an associate degree in commercial art.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter