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10 Best RN to BSN Programs in New York in 2023

by Lauren Thayer, RN

These are New York's 10 best RN to BSN programs, along with information on career outlooks and salary expectations.

Texas Passes Bills to Make the Workplace Safer for Healthcare Workers. Will Congress Follow Suit?

General Nursing News

3 Texas Legislative Bills Passed to Make the Workplace Safer for H…

by Cristina C.

The Texas Nurses Association announced this week that three bills were passed to crack down on healthcare workplace violence. This article covers what the...

General Specialties

Life Care: Surviving the First Hours, Weeks, and Months of a Sudde…

by Linda Yuhas

Acute strategies to navigate and manage sudden medical adversity.

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13 Best RN to BSN Programs in Texas in 2023

by Sarah Beattie, DNP, APRN

These are Texas' 13 best RN to BSN programs, along with information on career outlooks and salary expectations.

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Best Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs and Salaries in 2023

by Melissa Mills, BSN

Here are the best jobs and salaries for registered nurses (RNs) in 2023.

Personal Liability Insurance: Protect Your Nursing License

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Personal Liability Insurance and Why Nurses Need It

by HLeeFNP, NP

Malpractice claims are on the rise against nurses. Personal liability insurance may be helpful in protecting your license, but it is also confusing. This...

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Clinical Nurse Specialist: Job Description, Salary, and How to Bec…

by Erin Lee, BSN, RN

If you're a registered nurse (RN) looking to advance your practice and make a meaningful impact on the healthcare industry, consider becoming a clinical nurse...

General Nursing

Safe Staffing Saves Lives

by Heather Radder, BSN

We need mandatory safe nurse-to-patient ratios. Find out how unsafe staffing conditions negatively impact both the patients and the nurses.

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Job Description, Salary, and How t…

by Kyle Oliver, BSN, RN

Are you interested in becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Here's everything you need to know, from job description to salary to how to become one.

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South Carolina LPNs Arrested For Not Changing Wound Dressings

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Two LPNs in a skilled nursing facility were arrested and charged with a felony for not changing the dressings on two patients. The charges raise more questions...

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Is the Women's Health Nurse Practitioner a Dying Specialty?

by Quierra Rodriguez, MSN, RN

It's commonly thought that any Nurse Practitioner specialty other than the Family Nurse Practitioner severely limits the marketability of that Nurse...

Migraine Headaches: Wreaking havoc on your life

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3 Simple Changes to Decrease Migraine Frequency

by Casey Jones, BSN, RN

Migraine headaches are not only extremely painful but can lead to poor quality of life. This article discusses three simple lifestyle changes - staying...

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10 Cheapest Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Programs in 2023

by Wendy Sutas, BSN, RN

These are the 10 cheapest licensed practical nurse (LPN) programs, along with information on prerequisites, requirements, and salary expectations.

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Will Chemo Make You Sick? A Comprehensive Patient Guide to Nausea …

by Casey Jones, BSN, RN

There is a common misconception that all chemotherapy will make you "sick." Most patients believe they will experience nausea and vomiting from the moment the...

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10 Fastest Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Programs in 2023

by Amanda Marten, MSN

These are the 10 fastest licensed practical nurse (LPN) programs, along with information on prerequisites, requirements, and salary expectations.

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10 Best Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Programs in 2023

by Lauren Thayer, RN

These are the 10 best licensed practical nurse (LPN) programs, along with information on prerequisites, requirements, and salary expectations.

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10 Best LPN to BSN Programs in 2023

by Kate Houck, RN

An LPN wanting to advance their career would benefit significantly from a BSN degree.

General Nursing

Mindfulness At Work

by Guest1208842

Mindfulness is not just a technique, but a life strategy to mentally, physically, and emotionally remain present, balanced and in control. With a few simple but...

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RaDonda Vaught Sentenced to Three Years Probation After Injecting …

by Jasmine Hunjan

During sentencing in Nashville, Tennessee, Vaught apologized to Murphy’s family, saying, "I'm sorry doesn’t seem like enough, but you deserve to hear that...

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Registered Nurse: What Is an RN, Salary, and How to Become One

by Erin Lee, BSN, RN

Whether in hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare facilities, RNs are crucial in providing high-quality care to those in need.

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10 Cheapest Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Programs in 2023

by Sarah Beattie, DNP, APRN

An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is a great starting point for those seeking to become registered nurses (RNs).

Things to Know Before Starting Your New Job as a Nurse Practitione…

by Cassandra Guenthardt

Starting out as a Nurse Practitioner can be intimidating, especially on your first day. Here are some tips every new Nurse Practitioner should know before they...

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10 Fastest Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Programs in 2023

by Amanda Marten, MSN

The demand for registered nurses (RNs) in healthcare has increased over the past several years. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the job...

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Picmonic NCLEX-RN Review: Enhance Your Exam Success with Visual Le…

by Julia Liou, RN

Preparing for the NCLEX exam is crucial for aspiring nurses and requires access to industry-leading study resources. Among the many options is Picmonic, an...

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Women's Health Nurse Practitioner: Job Description, Salary, and Ho…

by Carly Elliott, BSN, RN

Women’s health nurse practitioners (WHNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who specialize in the comprehensive care of women, trans and...