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Are you too busy tending to others and not to yourself?

Stress 101

Purposeful Pleasure to Improve Your Day

This is nothing new, especially for women, and especially nurses. Our lives seem to revolve around give – give – give and leaves us nothing for...

NCLEX

Tips on Prepping for the NCLEX During COVID-19

by Picmomic

Just a few months ago, many of you were probably assuming that you would be entering the nursing field by now; with that heavy NCLEX®...

Is your IV vitamin infusionist a licensed nurse?

General Nursing

IV Vitamin Infusion therapy, what you don't know can hurt you

by nlkimmel, MSN, PhD, RN

Everyone who is currently using IV vitamin therapy or considering it should be well informed first. Many people have stated that they feel amazing upon...

A teen contemplating suicide - Can she be saved?

General Nursing

Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

by spotangel, DNP, RN, NP

A 17 Year old college student contemplating suicide, in despair feeling hopeless, goes in with a plan.

General Students

I Got The Call! Now What?!

by spotangel, DNP, RN, NP

When Can You Start? Here are some strategies to get into your dream job. Your key to opening doors to new opportunities may be in plain sight!

How are you doing in the compassion category? Are you too spent to offer it to others?

Stress 101

Need a Compassion Tuneup?

by Carol Ebert, MSN, RN

These times have been trying, and we certainly don’t see compassion being modeled from some of our political leaders, so once again it is up to us to be the...

General Students

Yes, You CAN Do This!

by tropsnegRN, ADN, BSN, RN

Often, nursing school is shaped as an impossible task unless you have no other responsibilities or priorities. There are ways to support yourself both...

What are some easy ways to impact our health and happiness?

Stress 101

3 Easy Ways to Improve Health and Happiness

by Dr Georgianna Donadio, PhD

There are immediate and easy ways we can change lifestyle habits that impact our health and our sense of wellbeing.

General Students

Five Reasons Why You Should NOT Skip Nursing School

by TAKOO01, BSN

This article answers some questions that are frequently posted by people considering nursing school or those already in nursing school. People commonly ask if...

What do you wish you could tell your 'past' self?

General Students

A Letter to Myself as a New Nurse

by Chinethia

This is a letter to my past self as a new graduate. It encompasses the nurse I was and the nurse I could become if I knew then what I know now.

Gastroenterology

Gastrointestinal (GI) Nursing

by Brenda F. Johnson, MSN

Everything you ever wanted to know about the role, requirements, certifications, and salaries of the Gastrointestinal Nurse in the GI lab.

Why do patients and families trust nurses?

General Nursing

The Power of Passionate Care

by Erica McNary

Nurses are the most visible care providers in a hospital. Nurses are trusted, nurses are visible, nurses are the ones getting things done for their patients. A...

Do you have any Tips for a struggling nursing student?

Announcements

Surviving Nursing School and Beyond - Article Contest

by tnbutterfly - Mary, BSN

We all know that Nursing School is challenging. It is increasingly more challenging with all the additional restrictions in place due to the Pandemic, causing...

What can you do to improve your mental health?

Stress 101

5 Natural Habits to Improve Mental Health

by dipaliroy

If you are someone who is not feeling like yourself and are wondering how to get better, you can read to know the useful habits to improve mental health.

Write and Format a Press Release Like a Pro

Entrepreneurs

How to Write a Press Release to Promote Your Nurse-Owned Business

by Elizabeth Hanes, BSN, RN

Obtaining media coverage by issuing press releases is a solid strategy for raising the profile of your nurse-owned business

Are you noticing signs in your body/mind that need tending?

Stress 101

How to be Gentle with Yourself When Dealing with Toxic Energy

by Carol Ebert, MSN, RN

It seems we are all on edge with all the change and uncertainty surrounding us and the collective level of anxiety is high. Are you noticing signs in your...

How Do You Describe Your Learning Journey?

Educators

A Writer's Learning Journey

by PamtheNurse, BSN, MSN

Learning can be a journey with paths that cannot be predicted and are unexpected, this student has experienced much in this current doctoral pursuit,...

Riding the COVID-19 Wave with ED Nurse Amy O'Sullivan

COVID News

Meet Amy O'Sullivan, RN - One of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influen…

by spotangel, DNP, RN, NP

In the middle of a working weekend in the Emergency Department (ED) at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in New York, Amy O’ Sullivan, a veteran ED RN of 19...

Headlines News

Promising Smoking Cessation Option: Brain Stimulator Now Approved

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

Have you tried to quit smoking and been unsuccessful? Brain stimulation is now approved to help in the fight for smoking cessation. Read on to learn more.

General Nursing

7 Ways Nurses Can Make a Positive Impact on Vulnerable Populations

by Dr. Plank, PhD, RN

Nurses can make a difference in the lives of those who are struggling to find access to affordable healthcare. Read on to find out how you can help.

Entrepreneurs

What is Social Proof? How Can It Help You Market Your Nurse-Owned …

by Elizabeth Hanes, BSN, RN

Using testimonials, reviews and other social proof can influence customers to buy your product or service

Pulmonary

Hear about another COPD treatment option from a Nurse Practitioner

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Learn how to improve patient outcomes and experiences with LONHALA® MAGNAIR® (glycopyrrolate) for patients with COPD.

Stress 101

Relaxation From Head to Toe

by Carol Ebert, MSN, RN

There was a time in my life when I had constant headaches that would not go away. Every day when I would wake up it would be there. It all started when I...

What kind of an unusual day have you had during the pandemic?

General Nursing

A Day in the Life of an Educator During COVID

by Nurse Beth, MSN

A recent day in the life of an educator orienting nurses during the pandemic.

Do you agree that nutrition is a complex subject?

General Nursing

The Complexity of Human Nutrition

by Dr Georgianna Donadio, PhD

Many factors make identifying the perfect diet both complex and difficult. It is individuality that determines what may be right or wrong for us nutritionally.