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What is the purpose of malpractice insurance?
General Nursing

One Healthcare Risk Manager's View Of Individual Nursing Malpracti…

by RiskManager

This article details the coverage limitations of an individual nursing malpractice insurance policy that must be considered before deciding to purchase such a...

General Nursing

PSSSST!!! murmur, murmur, murmur

by Julie Reyes, DNP, RN

Understanding heart murmurs is fairly simple. There are diastolic and systolic murmurs, quiet and loud murmurs, innocent and problematic murmurs. Learning what...

What is team nursing? Is it making a comeback?
Med-Surg

A Push for the Return of Team Nursing in Medical-Surgical and Tele…

by Lev, MSN, RN, NP

Imagine arriving on your Medical-Surgical unit one morning to find that you can share the burden of work with another nurse? Busy in an isolation room and...

Is NCLEX really that hard?
NCLEX

NCLEX: Like a Deer in the Headlights. Ch 10

by Julie Reyes, DNP, RN

I am staring at the screen. I have my finger on the mouse and scroll through the answers. I feel myself dying just a little inside as the drums start pounding...

General Nursing

Nurses Fight Back! Why Some Hospitals are Despicable

by allnurses

We continue to read in the news about nurses being on the receiving end of “The Boot”, from getting dumped on with an overloaded assignment to being fired...

General Nursing

Doctors Don't Always Listen: Bridging the Communication Gap

by Julie Reyes, DNP, RN

“Justina”, an ICU nurse, received a 10 year old girl from the ED who had no significant medical history. However, in the past 4 days, this patient had...

If you fail with 75 questions, does this mean you did poorly?
NCLEX

NCLEX Facts and FAQ

by Lev, MSN, RN, NP

Some general info from the NCSBN website about the NCLEX related to common questions seen on allnurses.

Why are hospitals more like hotels? Why is this trend expanding?
General Nursing

The Hotel Phenomenon

by Jacqueline.Damm

Since when did flat screen TVs, overstuffed arm chairs, a multi-page food menu, and an almost concierge service become a major focus in modern day hospitals?...

General Nursing

Did Grey's Anatomy Get It Right With The Superhero Pose?

by Michael M. Heuninckx

In this article, I did some research around the “Superhero Pose” from an episode in this past season of Grey’s Anatomy. Is there any science to prove the...

Rock

Incivility: Beyond the Nurse

by Jkaiservi

Previous explanations of nursing incivility blame the nurse and/or the culture of the nursing profession. Organizational and leadership impact are factors yet...

Humor

The Patient's "Guests"

by rnsheri

As health care professionals, we have a unique opportunity to meet many people who affect us in so many ways. Our patients challenge and encourage us, and each...

General Nursing

Clinical Ladders, Advancement, and Development...Oh My!

by Bridgid Joseph, BSN, MSN, APRN, CNS

Clinical Advancement can be a great way to get ahead with your career and move forward at work, as more of a leader. But it can be hard to hold people to the...

General Nursing

Nursing's Transition: Creating Inclusive Healthcare Settings for T…

by Jessica Quigley

Transgender patients should be able to access healthcare without fear or ridicule. By advocating for the individual needs of our patients we can continue to...

Does the Pearson Vue trick still work?
NCLEX

Why PVT is UNRELIABLE. Please read.

by RNsRWe, ASN, RN

There was a time when you could just about bet on the results of the PVT being as close to accurate as could be for an unofficial "glitch". It was a...

How do you answer, "Tell me something about yourself?"
Career Support

How to Answer "Tell us About Yourself"

by Nurse Beth, MSN

"Tell us about yourself" is an interview question you can count on being asked. Sometimes candidates who answer other questions will freeze and fumble at this...

How can I have a successful preceptorship?
General Nursing

What To Expect From Your Preceptor

by Ruby Vee, BSN

Not all preceptors are made in heaven; most are downright human. You can still learn from them, though, even if they're not perfect. Here's how --

General Nursing

Is Nursing All About Stress?

by Jerome Stone RN

In this three-part series we’ll look at the definition of stress and statistics on the causes of stress and its affects on us; how we usually deal with it and...

General Nursing

Great Nurse = Great Leader???

by airwaynurse

Often times it seems that the unprepared are thrust into leadership roles without any preparation. Have you ever seen this happen in your workplace? Is it seen...

Career Support

How to Answer "What's Your Greatest Weakness?"

by Nurse Beth, MSN

You got the call and you have an interview set up for your dream job! Congrats! Yay!...But...wait. Now you have to prepare for the interview. Here's one...

How do I pass the NCLEX on the first try?
NCLEX

How I Passed NCLEX-RN in 75 Questions

by who8mycookie

Whether you are in nursing school or just beginning to consider it, the NCLEX is a serious exam deserving your attention. In this article, I share with you the...

Job Hunt

How to Prepare for Your Interview

by Nurse Beth, MSN

It's crucial to prepare for your interview. You have one shot to stand out from all the others with the same degree. The candidate who interviews well gets the...

General Nursing

Complacency in Healthcare

by Jacqueline.Damm

How do you know when you as a nurse need to take a step back, breathe and even reevaluate? It's those moments where you can't pick yourself up off the floor,...

General Nursing

Death of a Dream

by OrganizedChaos, LVN

My article is about how much I want to be an RN. However, now because I am married with a little one, I don't know if I can go to nursing school. My husband is...

What is accelerated second degree BSN?
General Students

Advice for those applying to Accelerated Second Degree BSN Program…

by Kellinm7

I wanted to write a post to help people who are applying to accelerated second degree nursing programs. I apologize for the novel I am about to write but I know...

Common Medications Every Nurse Should Know
Emergency

Medications in the Modern ED

by jep395

This is a collection of the most common medications encountered in emergency treatment (in my own experience).