In our education section we offer helpful articles for graduated nurses, as well as all things related to nursing school and advanced education. You will find study tips, online nursing program recommendations and general advice for students.
Nurses, along with others in the health profession, often deal with people who are not at their best. They are sick, in pain, tired, or scared. They might be dealing with insurance companies or have no insurance at all. They may be wondering how they are going to make it through all this. Unfortunately, this … Read more
As a nurse, you know the difficulty of balancing genuine care and compassion with a level of professionalism suiting your position. It can be hard to find the right medium between being friendly and welcoming and being professional with patients, especially the ones that you see over and over. In your efforts to quell fears, … Read more
Building relationships with patients is one of the most important yet most difficult tasks as a nurse. We may only see patients for a very short time, and in that time we need to get them to trust us and allow us to offer the right care. If this is something you struggle with, here … Read more
The concept of shared governance is a prevailing topic in the world of nursing. But do you know what it means or why it is so important? If you’re new to the idea, it can be a little challenging to understand. Keep reading to learn more about what it is and what its main goals … Read more
Nursing requires a large variety of skills to be successful in the profession. Perhaps one of the most crucial of those skills is that of communication. Communication can be a complex activity and even more so for nurses.They have to properly communicate with patients, the family of patients, coworkers, and supervisors among others. Mastering the … Read more
In recent years, mobile medical and nursing apps have gained favor from providers and patients alike. The apps are available on a variety of mobile devices and make healthcare more streamlined and easier to understand. With apps to track steps and calories, check heart rates and glucose levels, and monitor chronic health conditions, it’s clear … Read more
Nursing is a profession that requires a lot of hard work, sacrifice, and personal dedication. However, nurses that exhibit these wonderful qualities rarely receive recognition for their efforts. To make sure that outstanding nurses receive the thanks they deserve, the DAISY Foundation has created an award for those deserving nurses. What is the DAISY Foundation? … Read more
Our current population of elderly people were clearly not always elderly. Like all of us, they had a childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. And, also like all of us, they liked having fun. Social dancing was once the best way for young people to go out, have fun, and meet new people. It may seem … Read more
As advancements in technology come faster and faster, it is clear that we are entering the age of Big Data. There are software programs, apps, and even legislations that are all pushing for the digitizing of medical records and patient information. This is marketed as helpful for both patients and providers, and it’s true that … Read more
The holistic method of health care is gaining traction quite quickly in recent years. With a focus on alternative medicines and understanding the underlying cause of symptoms, holistic healthcare is a welcome form of treatment for many patients. If you are considering becoming a holistic health practitioner, here’s what you need to know. Step 1: … Read more