Nursing is so much more than just a profession, for many it’s a lifestyle. In this category you will find all things nursing that’s not education or career related. Everything from jokes, quotes and entertainment to more serious topics is covered here.
Having to explain a nursing schedule to non-nurses can be somewhat complication due to how irregular it can be. When nurses say that they “only” work three days a week, they can be met with jealousy and misunderstanding. Those who do not work 12-hour (or longer) shifts, may think that only working three days a … Read more
Maintaining good health and proper nutrition is difficult even in the best of times. Making sure you get all the right nutrients, consume the correct number of calories, enough exercise, and enough sleep can seem like an impossible task. For a nurse, it can be even more daunting. Irregular work schedules and unpredictable work days … Read more
Our appearance sends messages about ourselves to others, whether we want it to or not. People pay attention to hair, piercings, makeup, tattoos, cleanliness, and clothing styles of others. As caregivers, you should want to make sure that all of these aspects of your appearance are positively influencing what other perceive about us while still … Read more
Bedside nursing is quickly becoming just one of many occupational areas of nursing. Due to a push towards an increased need for mid-level providers (advanced practice nurses) and nurse burnout, fewer nurses choose to stay at the bedside long-term. This may become problematic as the nursing shortage continues to rapidly increase. Bedside nursing is available … Read more
Nursing is a wonderful, yet challenging career. It can be mentally, physically, and emotionally demanding. Yet, the work one does as a nurse can be incredibly rewarding. The following are a few quotes to keep in mind when your work day has been tough. “Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished … Read more
Becoming a registered nurse is the ultimate goal for a lot of men and women looking to enter the medical field. Registered nurses work directly with patients to provide care and have a wealth of knowledge and skills to offer, but there might be a few things that you didn’t know about registered nurses. Without … Read more
As a nurse in the USA, you’re very familiar with the variety of certifications, qualifications, degrees, exams, and everything else that goes into becoming a great nurse. But do you know what other countries require of their nurses? If you’ve ever considered moving out of the US to practice nursing elsewhere, there are a few … Read more
Providing care to those in need, whether it’s a family member or a patient in a hospital, is a difficult job, especially for those that aren’t officially trained in that capacity. However, even those caregivers that aren’t necessarily certified and licensed can offer excellent service to family members in need. As long as they embody … 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
Becoming a nurse is not for the faint of heart; it requires a very special type of person to become a successful nurse, and not just anyone is cut out for the job. And while it’s possible for pretty much anyone with enough drive and determination to make it through nursing school and into a … Read more