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 […]
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 […]
Nursing Home Jobs for Nurses: Salary, Duties | Pros & Cons
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 […]
The Best Nursing Resume Guide for 2022 With Templates
Reviewed by: Kiley Griffin, R.N. Imagine a registered nurse going into a patient’s room without a stethoscope or wearing sandals with their scrubs. The patient would feel confused and uneasy. This example is extreme, but it would relay to the patient their nurse isn’t prepared. The same holds true regarding your nursing resume. You don’t […]
Top Tips for Filing Taxes as a Nurse
Two words that most people detest most around this time of year is “tax season”. Nurses already have a stressful schedule and adding the tax filing process on top of it can compound their stress. Fortunately, we have created a guide to offset any burden or confusion when it comes to filing as a nurse. […]
Red Flags for Starting a New Nursing Job
Starting a new job is standard for any profession, and the same holds for nursing. Nurses who stay with one company for the entirety of their tenure are rare. In changing specialties, nurses must understand the various red flags to be aware of. Now, some things that appear to be red flags are not. They […]
Vaccine Mandates for Nurses: Where Major U.S. Healthcare Systems Stand
As COVID-19 continues to devastate the lives of millions of people around the world, many healthcare systems in the United States have chosen to mandate vaccines for their nurses and other staff. Hospitals opting for mandates argue that the vaccines provide the best path to keeping their employees and patients safe amid new spikes in […]
Top Nursing Programs in Illinois for 2022
Illinois is often referred to as the “Land of Lincoln,” as a nod to the late President and former Illinois resident Abraham Lincoln, a pillar of democracy and freedom. Nurses played a significant role in the Civil War, fought during Lincoln’s time in office. The nursing field has always had an undercurrent of democracy that […]
Best Colleges for Nursing Students in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to a lot of historical sites and was one of the first colonies. Given that, there are many historical and prestigious schools in the state for nurses to attend. Many nurses have a hard time determining what school to choose when searching. In this post we will provide information to help a […]
Top Nursing Schools in Florida 2022
Florida is home to gators, beaches, Disney World, and a handful of excellent nursing schools to choose from. For nurses seeking to advance their careers or start in the field, Florida is an excellent state to live in. Some of the more common degree types are: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Bachelor of Science in […]
