Choosing between primary care and specialty practice represents a significant decision for nurse practitioners (NPs) planning their career path. Each path offers unique rewards and challenges, and the right choice depends on your professional goals, interests, and lifestyle preferences. Primary care provides the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients and deliver comprehensive care across […]

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When someone asks you to imagine a nurse, your mind probably jumps to a stereotypical image. If you picture a person in scrubs, working in a hospital, like an episode of ER or Scrubs—you aren’t wrong, but nurses can do so much more. There are various types of nurses, each with their own distinct focus […]

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The journey of a nursing student is paved with numerous decision points, and one of the most significant ones is choosing a specialization. This choice not only defines the future trajectory of a nurse’s career but also aligns with their passion for serving specific patient demographics and healthcare sectors. In this article, we will delve […]

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Medicine is a discipline where things are constantly changing. With research being done all the time to develop new medicines, evolve practices, and improve educational standards, both physical and mental medical science progresses comparatively rapidly. As a result, it is only natural that education in nursing and mental health counseling needs to develop too. Even […]

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The nursing profession is a dynamic and evolving field offering more than just traditional bedside care. With a nursing degree, you open the door to a multitude of diverse and rewarding career paths each offering unique opportunities to make a significant impact in healthcare. Nurses are not just caregivers; they are educators, leaders, innovators, and […]

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Did you know? Switzerland has the highest life expectancy out of all other countries, while Finland provides the best mental healthcare. If you are in geriatric nursing, these are tidbits of information that can help inspire us to provide quality care for our own patients. If you are working in a home care facility, planning […]

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If you’re considering completing an online neonatal nursing qualification through distance education, you may well be wondering what the process involves. Earning a degree in neonatal nursing online goes beyond merely checking off course requirements. It’s an integrated learning experience that challenges you to maximize your potential, both as a future healthcare professional and as […]

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Flight nursing is an exhilarating and rewarding career path that combines the challenges of critical care nursing with the unique demands of providing medical care during air transport. Whether you are an aspiring nurse or a curious individual looking to understand the intricacies of this field, this ultimate guide to flight nursing is here to […]

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Taking care of elderly people is never easy. Since they are more prone to infections (1), injuries, and changes in mental status, you have to be prepared and skilled when caring for them. If you are new to geriatric nursing, all these things can be intimidating and overwhelming. So, to help you out, here are […]

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Hospice nursing is a specialized branch of healthcare that focuses on providing comprehensive care to patients with terminal illnesses. These nurses work in a variety of settings, including in-patient hospice facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences. Their primary objective is to alleviate suffering, manage symptoms, and support the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of […]

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As the tiniest patients in the hospital, premature infants require a level of care and attention that is unmatched in any other medical specialty. These tiny fighters require round-the-clock care from a specialized team of healthcare professionals, particularly neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nurses. These skilled and compassionate nurses work tirelessly to provide critical care […]

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Neonatal nurses are health workers who specialize in caring for both healthy and critically-ill newborns throughout the first 28 days of life. Also known as NICU nurses, they can be categorized into three levels: Level I are those who care for healthy infants; Level II deals with babies who are either premature or sick enough to […]

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>>Previous: Nurse Anesthetist Salary: How Much Does a CRNA Earns?<< As a nurse anesthetist, you have the opportunity to make a real impact on patient care and work alongside other skilled medical professionals. But with so many options out there, it can be challenging to know where to find nurse anesthetist jobs and begin your […]

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The scene is a bustling adult Emergency Department, and you’ve just discharged a patient, which means you are the only nurse with an empty room. You document your discharge and take the briefest moment to breathe, wondering if you have time to run to the cafeteria to replace that coffee you spilled in the car. […]

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I wrote much of my novel, South Eight, while taking a break after fourteen years in acute care, the first four as a bedside PCU nurse, the next ten as a hospitalist NP. I thought I was burned out, to use the classic phrase, for all the classic reasons — workload, documentation demands, night shifts, […]

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One of the key risk factors with elderly patients is malnutrition. It can be seen in hospitals, in residential care, and even in the community. The incidence of malnutrition ranges from 12% to 50% among the hospitalized elderly population and from 23% to 60% among institutionalized elderly. Poor nutrition in older adults is compounded by […]

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Whether you’re a new nursing student or a veteran nurse, you are probably curious what the most in-demand specializations are now with all the changes that the nursing profession has been going through these past few (chaotic) years. Let’s find out. Introduction: The toll of the pandemic on Nursing It can be safely said that […]

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There are so many great things about being a nurse anesthetist. Apart from the high salary, you will also have the chance to work in different healthcare settings. You can apply for a job at the hospital or you can be more adventurous and become a military nurse anesthetist. Now, for you to actually become […]

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CRNAs are considered one of the highest-paid nurses these days. Their average salary is at $169,450. That means that they can earn as much as $81.47 per hour. With that rate, it’s not surprising to find more and more nurses and nursing students aspiring to excel in this specialty. CRNA Salaries Based on State One […]

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For starters, certified nurse anesthetists basically work like anesthesiologists. They ensure the safety of their patients before, during, and after surgical operations. Because anesthesia is a potent chemical and a single mistake can cost the life of a patient, rigorous training and education are needed to ensure that nurses are fully prepared in handling critical […]

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Sports or fitness nursing is a developing and relatively new field. However, despite being new, it’s gaining a lot of attention, particularly from nurses who are looking for an exciting job. While there is not yet a professional or academic fitness nursing specialty, nursing practitioners are increasingly pursuing acute care nurse practitioner programs. It allows […]

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Nurses can’t only be found inside hospitals. If you watch the news, there’s a good chance you’ve seen nurses responding to wildfires, hurricanes, and other disasters. These are American Red Cross nurses. What Do American Red Cross Nurses Do? As a Red Cross nurse, you’ll have projects like blood and community health drives. Following proper […]

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