Posts Tagged ‘Registered Nurse’
Why Travel Nursing May Not Be For You
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.
Read moreTop 5 Specialties That Will Propel Your Nursing Career
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.
Read moreNutritional Tips for Busy Nurses
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?
Read moreCelebrating National Nurses Day
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.
Read moreHow to Respond to Patients Who Decline Recommended Treatment
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?”
Read moreTop 4 Challenges Nurses Faced in 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.
Read moreHaving Influence at Work as a Nurse
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.
Read moreSide Hustles for Nurses
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.
Read moreADN vs. BSN: A Comparison of Advantages and Disadvantages
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…
Read moreA Little Job Search Advice for the New Grad Nurse
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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