What is non-bedside nursing?

Non-bedside nursing jobs provide nurses with the opportunity to put their specialized skills to use without needing to do direct bedside patient care. These jobs are typically less stressful than bedside jobs because the number of patients is lower, and the potential for understaffing is reduced.

For instance, if a nurse has experience treating children, they may become a school nurse rather than a bedside nurse. That way, nurses can use their medical and interpersonal skills while avoiding the heavy burdens of bedside care.