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Nursing Quality Un-Fazed by Age

Although it’s generally never been uncommon for many to enter into the profession of nursing after receiving post-secondary educations and degrees in other fields, the number of middle-age nursing...

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Tips for Finding the Right Nursing School

Choosing the right nursing school is one of the most important decisions you will make regarding your career. Potential employers want to ensure that you are qualified to properly care for clients, so...

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Have a Nurse that Inspires you? Tell Timberland and Win!

If you’ve been a follower of my blog, you likely know my choice for nursing footwear: Timberland PRO Renova. The fine folks at Timberland have decided that they want to honor some inspiring healthcare...

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GE Gives Grants to Minority Nursing Students to Improve Healthcare in...

GE has partnered with the National Medical Fellowship (NMF) to help give minority nurses students scholarships in exchange for working in underserved communities. With a goal to support...

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The Importance of Removing Fear and Promoting Honesty and Integrity In Nursing

As nurses we are given such trust and responsibility. Often people’s lives are in our hands. We a allowed to care for people in their most vulnerable states. And depending on your license level,...

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Making it Through Nursing School Debt Free

Going through nursing school can be very excited as it gives a person a chance to learn a craft that has a high earning potential. Many organizations will give loans for individuals to go through...

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How Getting a CNA Certification Can Get you Started in Healthcare

Many people may wonder if the healthcare field will be the right fit for them. Of coarse talking to any family, friends or acquaintances who work in healthcare can be more than helpful, but the only...

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Amazon.com Will Pay for You to Go to Nursing School

Just a few short days ago, Amazon had an open letter to their customers discussing the Amazon Career Choice Program. It’s really uplifting to hear of a company that supports their employees by more...

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Tips From a Nurse: How to Pass the NCLEX Exam

You’re here because you want to pass the NCLEX-RN exam, right? If you don’t then you can continue Googling about One Direction or continue reading and pass the information to someone you know who’s...

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How to Save on Textbooks: ebook and Physical Textbook Rentals

If you’re in nursing school you are already aware of just how expensive text books are. But did you know that you have save money by renting your textbooks? Not only can you save money, but you can...

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To Work on Not to Work While in Nursing School: That is the Question

Many nursing students struggle with making a decision about whether they should work or focus completely on their education while they are in nursing school. If you are in nursing school or are...

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7 Benefits of Continuing Education for Nurses

There are some nurses who think that after they graduate from nursing school that the time for education has passed. They devalue the continuing education (CE) credits that they are required to...

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Evidence Based Practice: Nurses Barriers to Implementation?

A recent survey of over 1,000 RNs suggests that there are several barriers preventing implementation of evidenced-based practices to improve patient outcomes. One of the primary barriers mentioned was...

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What Makes an Ideal Nurse Manager?

Nurse Managers retain, recruit and manage nurses. They are also responsible for creating a work environment that allows nurses to function optimally. Nurse managers have the most challenging and...

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Education Adds to Your Nursing Toolbox

If you are are interested in advancing your nursing career, there single, most effective method, would be furthering your education. As nurses we have many assets that we utilize to provide patient...

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6 Characteristics of Fantastic Nurses

Many wonder if they have what it takes to be a good nurse. But what they should really ask themselves if if they have what it takes to become a great nurse. There are some very definite differences...

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Five Exciting Careers for MSN Graduates

As a registered nurse, you may have career aspirations that surpass what your RN or BSN degree has prepared you for. You may be aware that the demand for nursing professionals with advanced skills...

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11 Super Awesome Apps for Nurses

If you own a smartphone, and who doesn’t these days, you probably have a lot of apps on there, including plenty of games. There is nothing wrong with that, but you can also use your iPhone or Android...

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NCLEX Test Prep with EasyNCLEX.com

Preparing for the NCLEX can be stressful beyond belief. One of the best pieces of advice you will ever get about the NCLEX is to take as many practice tests as possible. There are entire books and...

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9 Awesome Linkedin Groups to Follow for New Nurses

LinkedIn is a great way for professionals of all kinds to market themselves, network and to find new employment opportunities. If you are just entering the nursing field, you are in luck: There are...

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