Geriatric nursing is a very special calling that requires a lot from its workers. With such a unique population at its focus, elder healthcare often provides challenging situations that can be difficult to navigate. From decreasing physical abilities to often waning mental capacity, the trials of getting older seem to be never-ending. As an elder … Read more
In healthcare, there is a wide variety of types of caregivers. The range of certification and licensure varies extensively, as do the duties they incur. With so many different professions in one giant field, it’s important to know the scope of each type of practice. If you’ve ever wondered about the different scopes of nursing … Read more
Each day, nurses face situations that they may not know how to deal with, despite years in the profession. These situations usually involve some type of ethical decision that must be made. These ethical dilemmas pop up in every hospital, clinic, or other healthcare facility on a daily basis. If you’ve ever encountered this type … Read more
Having made it through the agony of nursing school and passed your exams, you are a certified nurse, ready to work! Congratulations! You may be wondering now how to go about getting a job and what exactly you should do now. Luckily for you, there are lots of career paths that you can choose; it’s … Read more
One might think a nurse is automatically certified to treat all manner of diseases and illnesses. However, the modern Advanced Practice Nurse must be specially trained and certified in the realm of wound care. For more information on wound care certified nurses, read on. The History of Wound Care In the contemporary era of nursing … Read more
Beginning nursing school is a dream come true for many young people every year. It’s exciting to get on the path that will lead to your ultimate career goal of becoming a nurse. However, getting through nursing school is a challenging endeavor, and unless you are prepared and know more or less what to expect, … Read more
Nursing is an occupation that comes with a lot of responsibility, and every action should be taken to ensure that everything goes smoothly. Not only do you have to worry about caring for patients, but you also have to make sure that legal requirements are being fulfilled. In the case of night-shift nurses, sleep deprivation … Read more
In nursing, treating patients with kindness and empathy is as much a part of your job as treating their illnesses and patching up wounds. Otherwise known as “bedside manner,” practicing empathy can be challenging at first, especially when you have so many other demands that need to be met throughout the day. However, you’ll soon … Read more
We often use the terms leadership and management synonymously, and they are indeed very similar in meaning. However, they are two very different ideas when you look at the connotations and deeper meaning in the field of nursing. If you think about it, you can probably think of a manager you have or have had … Read more
The first day at a new job definitely ranks pretty high up on the “nerve-wracking” list! Whether it’s your first nursing job right out of school or you’ve just moved to a new place of employment, your first day probably has your stomach doing backflips right about now. If this sounds familiar, keep reading for … Read more