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Are You Doing it Right? Taking Accurate BPs

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

BP is one of the very first hands-on tasks learned in nursing school. Easy enough, right? While taking a quick BP may be one of the less complex tasks nurses...

1 reply 9,451 views
General Nursing

To Keep or Ditch Past Certifications?

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

You wanted it at one point - and probably worked pretty hard to obtain that extra certification or credential. The time, resources and dedication required...

4 replies 9,213 views
Entrepreneurs

At Home Office Essentials for Freelance Writers

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Whether you’re a budding writer, a seasoned entrepreneur or just looking to buy a holiday gift for someone in your life that works from home - this is the...

1 reply 6,325 views
General Nursing

What Are You Thankful For?

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

A look at what a career in nursing can provide - reaching far beyond just another paycheck. An acknowledgement of all the many ways nursing has given me a sense...

9 replies 6,284 views
How are your units run? Do you have helpful tips to share?
General Nursing

The Underestimated Benefit of Ancillary Staff

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Recognizing the major advantage of having ancillary staff as part of the team in any healthcare setting. The assistance they provide to both patients and...

19 replies 7,962 views
General Nursing

Hypernatremia: You are "FRIED"

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Hypernatremia (an excess of serum sodium) can occur in any patient, regardless of age, medical history or healthcare setting. Here, we’ll review identifying...

6 replies 15,012 views
General Nursing

IV Placement Hacks

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Tips and tricks from an experienced IV RN, from tourniquet placement and vein stabilization to choice of dressing and site care. Let’s get your PIV game on...

20 replies 116,868 views
Pediatric

Day in the Life of a Peds Onc RN

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Pediatric Oncology can be an extremely rewarding area of nursing but can also come with some unexpected baggage for healthcare providers. To best serve my...

8 replies 16,330 views
Entrepreneurs

Tools for the Freelance Writer

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Trying anything new can be a challenge. We all need to start somewhere and expertise is gained only through practice and persistence. Many of us have years of...

8 replies 6,999 views
General Nursing

The 5 S's - Side Effects of Steroids Mnemonic

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

When considering clinical use of corticosteroids it is important to weigh risk versus benefit. Here, we’ll look at reasons for steroid use, available...

3 replies 32,690 views
General Nursing

Transfusions 101 - Everything You Need To Know About Blood Transfu…

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Many patients require transfusions of blood products for acute or chronic issues. Here, we’ll discuss an overview of the products used, possible...

4 replies 19,102 views
General Nursing

IV Nurse Day - January 25th

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Celebrating IV Nurse Day by discussing what they do, where they work, online resources available, certification, etc. These RNs are responsible for each step of...

2 replies 9,814 views
Who does health care better? East? West?
General Nursing

Better Health Care Elsewhere

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

My personal & professional medical experiences on both the east and west coasts.

12 replies 9,047 views
General Nursing

Nursing And Precision Proton Therapy (Part I)

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

Part I - What is Proton Therapy? (An overview of basic principles)

6 replies 6,054 views
Is a nursing career worth it?
General Nursing

A Nurse's Sacrifice

by Ashley Hay, BSN, RN, BSN, RN

A brief look into the personal sacrifices and struggles we as nurses endure for our beloved profession.

11 replies 21,101 views