A Second Perspective: Blogs for Nursing Students
For nursing students completing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, nursing blogs offer a way to explore the many dimensions of the nursing
April 21, 2023
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10 Helpful Apps for Nursing Students
Today’s nursing students are responsible for volumes of knowledge, and fortunately, technology has made it possible to find and use that information without lugging around
April 21, 2023
Impact of Side Effects on Patient Outcomes
Many medications come with a long list of side effects. While some of these outcomes are more well-known than others, medical professionals must be properly
April 4, 2023
Learn Patient Safety Best Practices in Healthcare With a BSN Degree
As a nurse, the last thing you want is to provide anything but the best possible patient care. Yet, at the same time, you are
April 4, 2023
Implement Quality Improvement in Healthcare With an MSN
When a child says they want to grow up to be a nurse, they probably don’t know all the opportunities that career path offers. Registered
April 4, 2023
Understand the Role of Translational Research With a DNP Degree
Evidence-based practice (EBP) is the backbone of knowledge for all Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)-prepared nurses. As professionals who understand translational research (TR), they incorporate
March 2, 2023
Ways Nurse Administrators Can Impact Organizational Change
Nurse administrators and executives are change agents in healthcare organizations in how they coach and mentor employees and implement organizational or team-wide systems. Due to
March 2, 2023
Incorporating Holistic Medicine Into Nursing Practice
In recent years, holistic medicine has become popular. An increasing number of people understand that true health involves more than just the “biological” aspects of
March 2, 2023
Keys to Transformational Leadership in Nursing
Leadership comes in many forms, and in the case of nursing, it can impact the development of future nurses and the quality of patient care.
February 3, 2023
The Importance of Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) in Rural Areas
An estimated 98 million people live in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs), according to HRSA.gov — which means there is a significant need for qualified
February 3, 2023
Is Earning a DNP the Right Choice for My Nursing Career?
Along with advancing a nurse’s clinical knowledge, skills and education to the highest level, earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) online degree increases career
February 3, 2023
Why Is Healthcare Informatics Important for Nurses?
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, patient care has adapted to the online world. Nurses must find a balance between in-person and remote consultations.
January 4, 2023
Gain an Understanding of Different Types of Nurses With an RN to MSN Degree
The nursing field is full of diverse choices regarding specializations for healthcare professionals looking to advance their careers and help patients. Whether just starting as
January 4, 2023
Gain Holistic Care Skills for Geriatric Adults With an RN to BSN
Holistic care involves fostering health for mind, body and spirit. Those who work with older patients with chronic illnesses or geriatric-specific medical needs must understand
January 4, 2023
Primary Care Approach to Nursing
Healthcare organizations have several ways to approach how nurses deliver patient care. Primary care is one of those care delivery methods that is often misunderstood
December 2, 2022
The Need for Urgent Care Nurses
Urgent care facilities have become an integral part of the healthcare system, but their benefits require specific skills. Advanced practice nurses play a significant role
December 2, 2022
How to Get Better at Pediatric Assessments in Family Practice
As providers of primary care, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) need to keep their assessment skills sharp. This ability is especially critical when caring for the
December 2, 2022
Why Are Research Skills Important in the Nursing Field?
Nurses occupy an influential position in the field of medicine. They spend about 70% of their time at the bedside, working directly with patients and
November 2, 2022
What If Your Nursing Interview Is a Video Call?
During the coronavirus pandemic, remote job interviews became prevalent among many businesses, including healthcare facilities. Many employers have continued to conduct at least some part
November 2, 2022
The Impact of Nurse Educators on the Evolution of Telehealth Services
The COVID-19 pandemic rapidly accelerated the adoption of telehealth medical care. According to the journal Nurse Educator, pre-pandemic estimates of annual telehealth utilization anticipated 17%
November 2, 2022
The Role of Magnet Hospitals in Professional Development for Nurses
Magnet is the “gold standard” in quality patient care and nursing excellence. “To nurses, Magnet Recognition means education and development through every career stage, which
October 6, 2022
5 Healthcare Administration Jobs for Nurses
Healthcare is a business. If nurses want to excel in leadership roles, they need to combine their professional nursing experience with business education. Numerous career
October 6, 2022
Communication Skills and Cultural Competence in Nursing
As the saying goes, the United States is a melting pot. According to 2020 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the nation’s multiracial population has
October 6, 2022
The Nurse Administrators Role in Promoting Health Equity
Those in leadership roles in the medical field, such as nurse administrators, can combat discrimination and disparities within the healthcare system. Racism in the healthcare
September 6, 2022
The Role of Human Resources for Nurse Administrators
Amidst the chaos of various healthcare settings, nurse administrators ensure their institutions have the right people in the correct positions to succeed. In addition to
September 6, 2022
Career Paths for Nurse Educators
For nurses to develop into pivotal healthcare figures, they need teachers with practical knowledge and clinical experience. Yet, as the current nursing population struggles to
September 6, 2022
What You Need for Your First Year in Nursing School
When starting the first year of nursing school, students can easily get overwhelmed. After working so hard to get to this point, it is completely
August 9, 2022
Sharpen Project Management Skills for Success as a Nurse Informaticist
The face of nursing is often simply seen as “bedside care.” However, nurses also handle other vital responsibilities, including managing large amounts of healthcare data
August 4, 2022
The Role of Nurses in Overcoming Health Disparities and Barriers to Healthcare for Transgender Individuals
Transgender individuals often face numerous barriers to receiving quality, affirmative healthcare. They need care that fully recognizes and acknowledges their journey to live the healthiest
August 4, 2022
Dismantling Systemic Racism in Nursing
More than ever, recent events are prompting healthcare organizations to reevaluate their policies and procedures to work toward health equity. Racism, bias, discrimination and other
August 4, 2022
What to Expect in an Online DNP Program
An online program is a good way for nurses to earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. A working registered nurse (RN) who already
July 29, 2022
Military Opportunities for Nurse Practitioners
Nurses can serve their country as part of the U.S. military, providing healthcare to military members, their families and people the military helps worldwide. According
July 29, 2022
Make a Difference in Public Health
The field of public health promotes wellness by encouraging healthy behaviors and choices. Whereas doctors and nurses are charged with treating sick and injured patients,
July 29, 2022
LGBTQ Community and Public Health
The health of people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual and/or other variants of gender identity and sexual orientation (LGBTQIA+
July 29, 2022
What Jobs Are Available in Public Health?
Public health workers represent a vital part of the healthcare industry. It promotes healthy environments and lifestyle choices in local communities. Whereas medical professionals such
July 29, 2022
Respecting Patient Pronouns and Using Gender-Affirming Language in Medical Care
Greater acceptance of individual self-expression is requiring the removal of outdated social norms and assumptions around gender expression. Healthcare settings are having to adapt in
July 6, 2022
How the Nurse Faculty Shortage Is Impacting Healthcare and What Nurses Can Do About It
Those who work in commerce are well aware of the delicate balance between supply and demand. Stock too many items — or too few —
July 6, 2022
What Makes a Good Nurse Educator?
It takes a talented person with a specific skill set to fill the role of nurse educator. This position is perfect for people who are
June 28, 2022
What Is Fitness Nursing?
If you love fitness and want to complete a Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) program, a career that combines both
June 28, 2022
How to Get a Quality Education in an Accelerated Format
There are several factors to consider in getting a quality education in an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. You need a reputable institution
June 28, 2022
Dress Codes in Nursing
Dress codes are standard practice in many professions. In nursing, how nurses dress can influence patient care and satisfaction. Since insurance reimbursements now rely heavily
June 28, 2022
Avoid Work Overload
Avoiding work overload as a nurse can be challenging. You likely wear many hats throughout each day — healthcare provider, educator and counselor among them.
June 28, 2022
What Is a Health Policy Nurse?
Nurses working in the health policy arena have an important role in developing and implementing the framework in which healthcare and public health systems operate.
June 23, 2022
Nurses Can Benefit from Working With Underserved Communities
Think back to your most recent educational experience. Whether you were sitting in a classroom listening to a lecture on infectious disease or doing online
June 22, 2022
The Top Qualities of the Modern Nurse Educator
Not everyone can teach and mentor others well. Nurse educators are essential members of the healthcare field since they help prepare aspiring nursing professionals to
June 3, 2022
Health Care And COVID-19: What Practices Are Here to Stay?
COVID-19 continues to change the way nurses work and approach patient care, and practices continue to evolve as the pandemic drags on and mutations surface.
June 3, 2022
Family Nurse Practitioners Lead the Way to Health Equity
For the past decade, there have been repeated warnings of physician shortages. Due to a range of circumstances, including unprecedented population growth, an uptick in
June 3, 2022
Why Now’s the Time for an Online RN to BSN Degree
As we look to the future of healthcare, nurses play a crucial role in ensuring all communities receive the care they need. This concept is
May 3, 2022
Why Completing an RN to Master of Science in Nursing Is Good for Your Career
Nursing continues to be a popular and exciting career path in the caring professions. It’s easy to see why. Not only does the demand for
May 3, 2022
Registered Nurses Become Leaders With a Master’s in Nursing Administration
Over the past few years, the field of nursing has become increasingly lucrative. In some cases, the nursing shortage and the compounding issue of the
May 3, 2022
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