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General Nursing

Reality Shock and New Grads. It's Real.

New grads entering into the nursing profession experience a widely-documented phenomena known as Reality Shock. This article talks about how to help them...

Can I swing taking Anatomy and Microbiolgy at the same time?

General Students

Pros and Cons of Taking Anatomy and Microbiology Together

by TheNursingdoll, CNA

This article is for students considering taking an anatomy class with a microbiology class and the pros and cons.

Cervical Spine Instability Can Cause Several Digestive Issues

Gastroenterology

Neck-Stomach Syndrome: What is it?

by Brenda F. Johnson, MSN

I have been in GI since about 1995, and I have never heard of a connection between cervical issues and colon problems. It certainly piqued my interest, and it...

General Nursing

Pay Raises, Bonuses and Incentives: Where Are We?

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

Healthcare employers around the U.S. are finding ways to compensate employees for their patient dedication during the pandemic. Read on to find out more about...

General Nursing

All About Bulimia Nervosa

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

The week of February 22-26 was National Disorder Awareness Week and now is a great time to learn more about bulimia nervosa. Read on to learn more about this...

Operating Room

New to the Operating Room (OR) Team: Who the Heck are All These Pe…

by Rose_Queen, BSN, MSN, RN

Care of the patient undergoing surgery can involve a large variety of staff who come from a variety of specialties and settings. Here is a brief overview of...

Semaglutide touted as a “game-changer” in people struggling with obesity.

General Nursing

When Willpower Isn't Enough

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

A recent study found semaglutide, a drug used to treat type-2 diabetes, is also highly effective in the fight against obesity. Read on to learn more about...

How frequently do Advance Practice Nurses see this disorder?

Advanced

Paget's Disease of Bone | Knowledge Brush-Up

by nlkimmel, MSN, PhD, RN

There is evidence to suggest that the paramyxovirus may be the causative factor in some patients with Paget's disease. Typically this disease is more prevalent...

Are you unhappy or restless in your current job and lack the motivation to move on to something else?

Career Support

7 Reasons Why You May Feel Stuck In Your Job

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

Perhaps you are waiting on a pay raise or other major change to revive your passion for the job. The nursing profession is brimming with career options, yet it...

Are there hidden dangers in health apps?

General Nursing

To ChatBot or Not to ChatBot: That is the Question

by Melissa Mills, BSN

Telehealth has come a long way over the past few years. New technology has been added to Telehealth visits, like the use of chatbots. Here is a look at...

Career Support

How To Get Past ATS Software In A Resume

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Do you want to make sure that human eyes actually see your resume? Read on to learn how to bypass the ATS "robot reader" System.

Correctional

Correctional Nursing

by sirI, MSN, APRN, NP

The Correctional Nurse wears many faces. They are primary care nurses, security nurses and in some correctional facilities, the nurse dealing with those who are...

Addictions

Addictions Nursing

by Meriwhen, ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

Addictions Nursing is a subspecialty of psychiatric nursing that addresses the nursing care of individuals suffering from one or more addictions. Nursing care...

Informatics

Bias in Artificial Intelligence: What Nurse Leaders Need to Know |…

by Lisa Brooks, BSN, MSN, RN

It is hard to imagine technology having racial or gender bias. But as Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more common in healthcare, there are important issues...

Long-term heavy alcohol use can be fatal.

General Nursing

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

I was recently assigned a patient diagnosed with Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome and discovered I needed a mini refresher on the condition. Read on to find out...

Forensic

Forensic Nursing: Role of the Forensic Nurse Part 2

by SafetyNurse1968, BSN, MSN, PhD

In this article I describe how to interview and process a victim of sexual assault. Trigger warning – this article describes scenes of violence that may...

Headlines

Thunderstorm Asthma Spikes ED Visits

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

“Thunderstorm asthma” outbreaks have a history of overwhelming community hospitals and emergency services. Read on to learn more about the connection...

Have you noticed an increase in broken heart syndrome in your area of practice?

COVID

Broken Heart Syndrome Increase During Pandemic

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

Cleveland Clinic researchers recently found a significant increase in patients diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy during COVID-19 months. Read on to learn...

How can I become a high-functioning nurse leader?

General Nursing

7 Tips for New Nurse Leaders

by Melissa Mills, BSN

Starting a nursing leadership role? Here are seven tips that will help you succeed in your new role.

Informatics

Nursing Informatics (NI)

by Lisa Brooks, BSN, MSN, RN

This article is meant for nurses new to the field of Nursing Informatics who want to find out how to get their first job. While everyone’s story is a little...

New Nurse

Six Pieces of Advice for New Nurses

by Melissa Mills, BSN

I recently had a candid conversation with a soon-to-be nursing graduate. We chatted for quite a while about my experiences and how much nursing school has...

Informatics

5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Masters in Nursing Inform…

by Lisa Brooks, BSN, MSN, RN

This article describes 5 aspects of life as an Informatics Nurse I wish I knew before starting a masters program.

Nurse Beth

Please....Resume Help Needed!

by Nurse Beth, MSN

It's definitely important to craft the best resume you can as your resume is what lands you job interviews.

Educators

What Is Wrong with These Students?

by PamtheNurse, BSN, MSN

A discussion of teaching Millenials from a Baby Boomer nursing Instructor perspective.

How To Communicate With Your Nursing Instructor

General Students

Don't Dodge Your Instructor - Try This!

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

For many students, communicating with their instructor leads to the type of anxiety they would just rather avoid. Don’t miss out on opportunities for faculty...