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Mary Nolan-Pleckham MSN, RN, CCRN

Professional Development & SMART Nursing Goals

Aug 17 2022

No matter what career path you choose, it’s crucial to come up with professional development goals. It is important to ensure these goals align with your overall life plans. Having objectives in place is the foundation of your potential success. The earlier you plan, the greater the possibilities. Remember, goals can change over time, so […]

Written by Mary Nolan-Pleckham MSN, RN, CCRN

Mary is a freelance nurse writer specializing in making healthcare and medical content accessible for people at all levels of health literacy. She draws from her expertise gained over four years of writing, fifteen years of bedside nursing, and several years of teaching nursing students. She translates complex health and medical topics into accessible information that educates, informs, and empowers. You can find her at: marynolanpleckhamrn.com

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Reviewed by Abbie Chobot, RN, BSN

Abbie's past nursing experiences include the emergency department, cardiology/cath lab, as well as aesthetics. In her free time, she enjoys flipping furniture and thrifting for home decor!

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The Nursing Process: Nursing Diagnoses

Aug 09 2022

A nursing diagnosis is a way for nurses to use a common language to communicate about their patients. This includes the health issues they face and the interventions nurses can provide. NANDA International, Inc. (NANDA-I) is the organization that develops and publishes evidence-based standardized language including lists of approved nursing diagnoses.  This article will cover: […]

Written by Mary Nolan-Pleckham MSN, RN, CCRN

Mary is a freelance nurse writer specializing in making healthcare and medical content accessible for people at all levels of health literacy. She draws from her expertise gained over four years of writing, fifteen years of bedside nursing, and several years of teaching nursing students. She translates complex health and medical topics into accessible information that educates, informs, and empowers. You can find her at: marynolanpleckhamrn.com

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