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Genetics Nurse:
Genetics Clinical Nurses (GCNs) are registered
nurses with special education and training in
Genetics. They provide care and treatment to
patients who have genetic disorders, such as
Alzheimer's disease, Cancer, Diabetes, Cystic
Fibrosis, Down Syndrome, Hemophilia,
Huntington's disease, Parkinson's Disease,
Sickle Cell Disease, Reproductive Disorders and
many more.
The main duties of a Genetics Nurse include:
- Screening patients for genetic disorders
- Identifying potential risks
- Working with patients and treatment of
diseases
- Caring for patients of all ages
Where they work:
Genetics Nurses can work in many settings from
Cancer centers, Prenatal centers, Pediatric centers,
to Schools, Universities and Research facilities.
Qualifications:
To qualify, genetics clinical nurses need to
first become registered nurses, by obtaining a
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN).
It is then a requirement to work for five years
in a clinical genetic setting. Genetics Nurses
must then pass a rigorous examination and submit
written case studies of their experiences to
become certified.
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