Top jobs for 2009

Registered nurses are in high demand, and as the U.S. population continues to age, that demand will probably continue well into the future. The job can be stressful and the work schedule can be demanding, but the rewards go well beyond the paycheck. Pictured here is Mary Anne Newkirk, who was one of the top finalists at the 2007 ajcjobs Celebrating Nurses of Excellence awards. Barry Williams / AJC Special