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Once nursing school is complete and the graduate has passed the NCLEX-RN exam, he or she will receive a nursing license issued. This makes the graduate eligible for employment in that state. So, now the fun really begins by building an amazing resume and a focused and purposeful job search. The graduate can work on dazzling the […]
Nursing is a lucrative career to pursue in the 21st century given the advancements in the medical space. However, some people feel that besides nursing, they have exceptional skills that can be used in other professions. It is with this in mind that most colleges and universities offer dual degree programs. As the name suggests, you get […]
Loading up on vitamins and minerals and gargling with warm water won’t boost your immune system. In the age of coronavirus, beware of immune system myths. As the coronavirus pandemic rages across the world, many people are wondering what, if anything, they can do to boost their immune system. While there are steps you can […]
After spending days or weeks perfecting the resume and hours filling out online applications it will feel exhilarating to have an invitation to interview! But before the Big Day it’s important to spend some time preparing both mentally and physically. Dressing the Part The interview is all about first impressions. The very first impression a unit manager […]
Education plays a vital role in any career. Nursing education offers different paths for a long-term career. An option for students in nursing is getting a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, or a DNP. The higher level of education allows a nurse to pursue a wide array of interesting career paths in the nursing industry. What […]
It’s never when a cold or the flu slows you down. From sore throats and stuffy noses to body aches and chills, both infections leave you feeling wiped out. Fortunately, there are certain foods you can eat to help you get better when you have a cold or the flu. However, the key is to eat […]
Short-staffed, high census, staff call-ins… do these sound familiar? Every nurse has experienced overwhelm and stress during a demanding floor assignment. So why is this scenario occurring daily, and how can it be fixed? There are many factors that contribute to the nursing shortage and finding a solution is critical. Patient satisfaction and quality care […]
While working as a registered nurse (RN) does not require a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree it will allow the nurse to work in some nursing roles only open to BSN educated nurses. However, one may consider RN to BSN and RN to MSN options. For Magnet Designated facilities it will allow the RN to be hired […]
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), self-care is defined as “what people do for themselves to establish and maintain health, and to prevent and deal with illness.” Self-care is a skill many nurses neglect. It is a set of practices and activities nurses should engage in regularly to help decrease stress levels and help nurses […]
The United States is currently experiencing a physician shortage. Due to increased demand for healthcare services, there are not enough physicians entering the workforce to meet the higher demand. Nurse practitioners are healthcare providers that help meet patient care demand. In some states, nurse practitioners function independently. While nurse practitioner schools offer specialties in more general care areas […]
