Meaning of the word "registered nurse" in English

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registered nurse

US /ˌredʒ.ɪ.stɚd ˈnɝːs/

UK /ˌredʒ.ɪ.stɚd ˈnɝːs/

Noun

a nurse who has graduated from a nursing program and met the requirements outlined by a country, state, province, or similar licensing body to obtain a nursing license

Example:

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The registered nurse administered the medication.

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She decided to pursue a career as a registered nurse.

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