Nursing is a rewarding profession with career opportunities around the country. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects a 6% growth in positions for registered nurses (RNs) between 2021 and 2031. Those who are interested in pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing degree can find even more opportunities, with positions for advanced nursing roles such as nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists and nurse midwives expected to experience a significant growth of 40% between 2021 and 2031.