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Children of all ages — whether newborn babies, teens or somewhere in between — have different healthcare needs than adults. A pediatric nurse works closely

One thing Joline Lowe was sure of after high school graduation was she wasn’t sure what she wanted to do with the rest of her

Rose Garcia got much more than she bargained for when she made the trip from California to graduate from the RN to BSN online degree

  Misty Plummer’s fitting graduation cap Six months after Misty Plummer started the online RN to BSN program at the University of Texas at Arlington,

  UTA graduate, Kelly Ward, with her husband, Michael. Talk about a good problem to have. Kelly Ward’s nursing career advanced to a point where

Advances in technology have not only affected the way healthcare providers treat illnesses but also how they deliver that treatment. Telemedicine technology allows healthcare providers

When we think of nurses, we often think of clinics, hospital floors, emergency rooms and rehab centers, but many other settings also require nurses and

As healthcare providers, nurses play a key role in maintaining society’s health and wellbeing, and many want to assume even more demanding roles to become

The online RN to BSN program at the University of Texas at Arlington prepares RNs with associate degrees and those with nursing diplomas to take

Unlike many professions, nurses must be ready to work despite bad weather. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) prepares nurses to provide patient care,

At some point in their careers, many nurses work the night shift. The transition to shift work can be difficult due to the interruption of

All across the country — in bustling urban centers, quiet suburbs or remote rural areas — there is a need for adequate health care. Unfortunately,

Technology has had a significant impact on healthcare delivery. One promising advancement is remote patient care monitoring, which electronically collects data from a patient and

People commonly have preconceived ideas about who works certain jobs. When you think of a doctor, a lawyer, a construction worker or a teacher, your

You are excited about attending nursing school, but you know it will be hard, time-consuming work. Here are some tips to help you get through

Each community has unique health needs. While one area may struggle with a higher occurrence of diabetes, another may experience a greater number of preterm

According to data from the Health Resources and Services Administration, 63 percent of registered nurses (RNs) work in hospitals providing inpatient and outpatient care. This

The life of a nurse can be extremely hectic. Your job is stressful and fast-paced, involving long hours helping others. You also may have personal

  Nontraditional students are helping to reduce the nursing shortage The nation’s nursing shortage, intensified by an increased demand for quality healthcare, continues to be

An advocate is someone who serves as a supporter, partner, friend, confidante, cheerleader and more. Nurses wear all of these hats at one time or

In recent years, nursing has become an increasingly diverse field. Not only are there more job opportunities available, but the nurses seeking those positions are

Knowing why you want to enroll in an online BSN program can help you set goals and evaluate your professional and academic decisions. This, in

  Tip 1: Practice Self-Care Earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is one of the best things you can do to create a

Although nurses are trained caregivers, they sometimes forget the importance of self-care. This can lead to errors on the job, fatigue, burnout, health problems and