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nursing

British  
/ ˈnɜːsɪŋ /

noun

    1. the practice or profession of caring for the sick and injured

    2. ( as modifier )

      a nursing home

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That includes caregivers, neighbors or even nursing homes.

From MarketWatch

The trust's executive director of nursing, Kathryn Burn told the BBC that the concerns in the report were discussed, but not much action was taken.

From BBC

You can still volunteer at a local soup kitchen, nursing home, or hospital.

From Salon

Department of Education designation, students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing and at least seven other fields, including social work and education, would face tighter federal student loan limits.

From Los Angeles Times

That’s the case for Ou, 20, who is majoring in human development and aging and plans to pursue a career in nursing.

From Los Angeles Times