Posts Tagged ‘Registered Nurse’
3 Strategies for Improving Nursing Engagement
Improving nursing engagement can positively impact patient care, patient experience, safety, quality, and outcomes, and there are not many other initiatives can claim a similar ROI.
Read moreLosing Steam as an RN: How to Get out of the Rut
You might have become a nurse for several reasons. Maybe you dig science or have a strong desire to help people. Whatever your reasons for becoming an RN, you may be surprised if one day you don’t feel the same enthusiasm for your career.
Read moreWhat Registered Nurses Earn in the Fastest Growing States
Nurses in some states earn strong incomes, but nurses in others have lower earning potential. Compare these factors against cost of living statistics, your own household’s financial needs, and your reasons for considering a move. Have a good idea of what incomes await you if you relocate to a fast-growing state.
Read morePerianesthesia Nursing (PACU) Career Analysis
Perianesthesia nursing is a unique nursing specialty, requiring its own certification. Two major duties for perianesthesia nurses include preparing patients for surgery and caring for patients in the recovery room.
Read moreThese are the Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers
Working in healthcare is a noble and rewarding career, but knowing which occupation offers you the best chance for a job is also rewarding.
Read moreRN to BSN: Trends, Benefits, and Educational Paths
Despite the nursing shortage, there has been a push for RNs to obtain their Bachelor of Science degrees in nursing for decades. The Future of Nursing Report, written by the Institute of Medicine in 2010, recommended that 80% of nurses […]
Read moreHow to Survive At Work When You Are Understaffed and Overworked
One out of five nurses will leave the nursing profession within the first year of becoming a nurse. 36 % of hospital nurses said their patient workload caused them to miss vital changes in a patient’s condition. You know what […]
Read moreWhat to Expect After Being Summoned by the State Nursing Board
Summoned by the State Nursing Board It’s a nurse’s worst nightmare. Whether it’s a surprise or completely expected, receiving a summons to appear before the state nursing board is devastating. The stakes are high. The state nursing board has all […]
Read moreChoosing Your Nursing Specialty
Eight Things to Consider before Choosing Your Nursing Specialty One of the great things about working as a nurse is the array of diverse specialties available. Whether you are interested in a fast paced working environment or working in […]
Read moreDo Nurses Need Liability Insurance?
The short answer? Probably. Nurses do get sued, even good ones who haven’t done anything wrong. Liability insurance protects nurses from losing personal property in a lawsuit, and it adds a layer of protection in case your state Board of […]
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