The number of CEUs nurses in Louisiana need each year depends on which nursing license they hold. CEUs differ for RNs and APRNs in Louisiana but both have 2-year licensure periods. LPNs and LVNs are not required to fulfill CEUs annually. CEU requirements for Registered Nurses in Louisiana New guidelines for RNs renewing licensure were […]
How to Write a Winning Nursing Resume
When it comes to landing a job, every nurse must turn themselves into a salesperson. A professional nursing resume is one component of an effective sales pitch. When paired with a cleverly crafted cover letter, a resume makes the perfect combination for hitting your job application out of the ballpark. Hiring experts generally agree that […]
Top Nursing Conferences for Fall 2020 and 2021
National nursing conferences are a great place to earn CEU contact hours, stay up-to-date on the latest in research and practice, and network with fellow nurses. Conferences can also help combat burnout by getting you out of your typical work environment and reigniting your passion for nursing.
Top Strategies to Combat Nurse Burnout
Nurse burnout is becoming more commonplace than ever before, with 41 percent of nursing professionals admitting they feel overworked and stretched too thin. Staff shortages, increased job responsibilities, and government regulations are among the top reasons that nurses feel stressed to the max. Becoming disengaged with your job is not the only sign of nurse […]
What Makes a Great Nursing Cover Letter
Writing an effective cover letter is almost as challenging as finding the perfect nursing job. In fact, roughly 45% of job seekers send resumes without a cover letter. Job seekers spend the most time developing and updating their resumes, focusing on adding details relevant to education, certifications, accomplishments, and achievements. Despite popular belief, a cover […]
