Nurse/nɜːrs/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Job Title Nurse is also a formal job title requiring specific qualifications. She just graduated and is now a licensed nurse. Pro Tip 2/3Gender Neutral The term 'nurse' applies to all genders, not just women. My brother is an excellent nurse at the local hospital. Pro Tip 3/3Healthcare Settings Nurses work in various environments, not just hospitals. The school nurse checked the child's temperature.