I can't decide if it's worse that they told us the date decisions will be out, or if it would be preferable to anxiously and obsessively check the website
I went into nursing because I love science and medicine, and thought working with like-minded people to deliver high-quality care sounded like a great job. Since entering the profession, however, I've...
Early last week we discussed the mistrust of intelligence and education in nursing. One or two nurses suggested that perhaps the frustration stemmed from some sort of "shame" of being in a caring...
I think I've been under the assumption that as a society, we've mostly moved past assuming a man's sexual orientation based on his career. Sounds like it's still a major
Thanks for sharing, Qedy. There is clearly a lot of work to be done here. Your voice is so important in this issue; we need stories like yours to be heard publicly. Even just searching this website...
Sorry, what I meant to say is that our culture assigns these values to women, and therefore indirectly to nurses. I'd love to hear your experiences- whether you're cisgender female or male or part of...
I'm sure most of us would agree that these words are not accurate descriptors of our job. The issue is that laypeople often ascribe these characteristics to nurses, and it's problematic for women in...
Excellent question. Allnurses is consistently clogged with "I passed NCLEX, thanks to the lord almighty Jesus Christ our savior! #blessed" posts. I'd love a more professional, thoughtful forum where...
Hi Brandon- as a man, you're not privy to the struggle of women in stereotypically "female" professions to prove their value and get beyond words like "caring" and nurturing." If you don't "see" any...
A lot of people are bringing up the "nurses as most trusted professionals" lists. Of course topping these lists is a good thing, and something we should be proud of, but I've always thought that there...
Those of you who have brought up the historical context of nursing-- I think that's an important piece to consider. I'm wondering if my frustration may have something to do with generational...
I just wanted to jump in here quickly and thank everyone for participating. I'm also very pleased that there have not been any personal attacks here; it's good to know we can have a passionate,...
Hi Jadelpn- there are issues within the current nursing education system. Economic costs discourage higher education and create barriers to education and career advancement, especially among racial,...
I've noticed this too, lubdub. It's really polarizing and makes me feel belittled. I love nurses and I truly believe we have this hugely important role in society, so it's really upsetting to see the...
Thanks for sharing that, mhy12784. That's really interesting, and I've heard similar stories. I'm sorry they put you in that situation. If your hospital has a tuition program, it seems like they would...
I don't think it's worthwhile to argue whether qualitative or quantitative research is better; they both have their uses. I would like to point out, though, that my post about anti-intellectualism in...
I disagree. We don't choreograph movements to perform with every patient. We use critical thinking and evidence-based practice to inform our decisions with each patient. I don't think collecting...
Aren't rising expectations for education in nursing a good thing? Don't we want a workforce of smart, educated nurses? Maybe the nurses with high degrees who have never worked a day as a nurse are...