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Why Travel Nursing May Not Be For You

By Tammy McKinney, RN - December 15, 2022

The opportunities for high pay, flexible schedules and adventures in new cities make travel nursing sound alluring. But it's not all excitement, and there are many factors to consider before taking your first travel assignment.

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Top 5 Specialties That Will Propel Your Nursing Career

By Tammy McKinney, RN - November 16, 2022

Choosing a specialty is a critical career decision for nurses. High demand, opportunities for growth, and good compensation aren't guaranteed. So, we've made a list of the top 5 nursing specialties that are expected to grow in demand, pay well, and propel your healthcare career to new heights.

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Nutritional Tips for Busy Nurses

By MaryAnn DePietro - May 20, 2021

Nurses work in an environment that's stressful and almost always busy, so eating healthy can be difficult to balance on top of all the other responsibilities. However, a nutritious diet is an important aspect of life that many neglect. So how can one best implement healthy eating practices into such an involved profession?

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Celebrating National Nurses Day

By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - May 6, 2021

May 6th 2021 is National Nurse's Day, a day dedicated to appreciating the impact that nurses make. National Nurse's Day also marks the first day of Nurse's week, which lasts from May 6-12.

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How to Respond to Patients Who Decline Recommended Treatment

By Tammy McKinney, RN - January 29, 2021

As a Hospice nurse, one of the most common questions that I get is, “How do you deal with people who refuse treatments that can cure them?” Ethically, we know that patients have rights to make their own choices, but we end up in a dilemma when it goes against our instincts. Our fears kick in and we scramble to find a way to convince or even force our patients to do what we see as the “right” thing. But is our "right" their "wrong?"

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Top 4 Challenges Nurses Faced in 2020

By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - December 17, 2020

The ongoing pandemic has brought forth many challenges to nurses, but has also led to constant opportunity and innovation. Here are 4 of the greatest challenges faced by nurses in the year 2020.

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Top 4 Challenges Nurses Faced in 2020

Having Influence at Work as a Nurse

By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - September 8, 2020

The nursing profession is all about positively impacting the lives of the patients, and there are many ways that a nurse can have a positive impact in their workplace environment, as well. There are four key areas of influence that a nurse has in the workplace.

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Side Hustles for Nurses

By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - July 9, 2020

Side hustles offer the chance to earn extra money, whether someone wants some extra spending money without having to pick up extra shifts or is trying to build another source of income. Nurses have the education and experience to participate and succeed in many side hustles in which others may not be able to be involved.

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ADN vs. BSN: A Comparison of Advantages and Disadvantages

By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - June 18, 2020

Registered Nurses may have either an associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree. Many people who are considering a career in nursing wonder what the difference is between an associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) and a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN). There are some similarities between these degrees and some important differences...

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ADN vs. BSN: A Comparison of Advantages and Disadvantages

A Little Job Search Advice for the New Grad Nurse

By Kyndall Brown, RN - February 7, 2020

You’ve aced all your classes, walked across the stage, and passed the NCLEX. What a relief! Now you can relax. For about a minute. Because now comes the real work – getting out there and finding a job...

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A Little Job Search Advice for the New Grad Nurse