Getting into nursing school is one thing. Paying for it is something else. You’ll likely pay your nursing school fees in many ways: savings, loans, tuition reimbursement from your job, grants, or scholarships. The last two offer you the chance to get financial help without adding any debt to your name. We’ve put together a […]
6 Ways for Hospitals to Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Every October National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is celebrated throughout the country. The month is a great way to recognize employed individuals who have disabilities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2021, 19.1% of persons with a disability were employed, up from 17.9% in 2020. Some of the increase can be […]
National Hispanic Heritage Month: Perspectives on Nursing
Every year, between Sep. 15 and Oct. 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated within the United States. September 15, marks the national independence day for Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. According to a 2020 analysis by the National Library of Medicine, of the 3 million registered nurses, only 5.4% were Hispanic. […]
What Is a Neonatal Nurse?
According to the National Association of Neonatal Nurses, approximately 40,000 low birth weight infants are born annually in the United States. Due to the advances in medicine, along with physicians and nurses who care for vulnerable babies, survival rates are 10 times better than they were 15 years ago. Though there has been significant progress, […]
Pursuing a Career in Med-Surg Nursing
The medical-surgical nurse (med-surg RN) provides direct care to a variety of patients. The med-surg population is often acutely ill and suffering from a number of issues, complications, and co-morbidities. The med-surg population also includes post-surgical patients. Because of the diverse patient population the med-surg RN may come across, this area of nursing can often […]
An Overview of Nursing Certifications for 2022
Nursing certification means more than just some letters after a nurse’s name. It shows that a nurse has the necessary skills to complete their duties effectively. Having the proper certifications can also help a nurse earn a job, advance their career and take on leadership roles. Every nurse has an opportunity to advance and develop […]
What’s a Temporary Nurse Aide?
A temporary nurse aide works on a short-term contract to assist nurses and nurses’ aides. They assist Registered Nurses and Certified Registered Nurses in their daily duties. They may deal with chronically ill patients and geriatric patients. People without nursing backgrounds can now work in health care by taking a free eight-hour course online. COVID-19 […]
RN vs. NP: A Definitive Overview of Both Roles
The nursing field contains several different specialties. Nurses have a chance to develop skills in other areas by switching positions. Many nurses begin as Registered Nurses (RNs) and then become Nurse Practitioners (NPs) as a natural part of professional development. Though there are some overlaps, these two positions are different. In this blog, we will […]
What’s a DNP Degree?
A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is one of the highest degrees a nurse can achieve. Nurses with a DNP degree are eligible to work in leadership roles, taking care of patients hands-on as a chief nursing officer or director of patient care services. In this article, we will cover: What is a DNP […]
I Graduated Nursing School! Now What?
Hoorah! You’ve finished nursing school. Your cap and gown sit on your bed, and you wonder to yourself: how am I going to transition from student to a full-time nurse? It may feel like a daunting task to make the transition. When you went to school, you may have learned how to insert and take […]
Career Guide: Working as a Nurse in a Nursing Home
With an ever-increasing older population, nursing homes are becoming the new norm for taking care of aging people. These care homes ensure their residents are getting good medical and personal care, as well as support. A nursing home hires several professionals to maintain the quality of its health care services. Qualified nurses, especially geriatric nurses, […]
Sheila Antrum: Connecting to Care | How Integrity, Grit, and Kindness Helped One Nurse Become a Leader
My eyes scan the room as beeps, coughs, and yawns coalesce into a cacophony orbiting and collapsing my eardrums. The stethoscope around my neck feels tight. My blue scrubs stick to my skin like a mummy’s bandages. The lights strangle my eyes. My stomach flips. It’s 7 a.m. and I’ve paced these corridors, which feel […]
Home Health Nursing: Pros and Cons
Healthcare is usually associated with services provided in hospitals. However, many patients require healthcare services at home. Home health nurses visit patients in their homes to deliver the care that they need. Examples of home health nursing: Elderly patients that need special care and attention Disability patients that require supervision and aid Patients that require […]
Nurses Considering Retirement: 4 Things to Think About
Many nurses aren’t happy with their current jobs and find themselves in stressful situations. Others feel pushed out by their employers because of vaccine mandates and some are simply at retirement age. In fact, according to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing survey, half of RN’s are 50 years or older. However, retiring right […]
Best Nursing Schools in Georgia for 2022
Georgia is one of the fastest growing states in the nation. According to Georgia.org, its 10-year growth rate of 14.4% is more than 1.5 times that of the U.S. population growth rate. Due to this, there’s an ever-increasing need for nurses in Georgia. Additionally, there are many different nursing programs to choose from for a […]
