Almost all care providers wear the same kind of colorful scrubs, which are built around comfort, and there are no differences for men and women. This can be difficult on some patients, since they might have a difficult time determining if they are being approached by a college-educated professional or by a supplementary staff member.
Tag Archive: nursing education
Sep 06
Term Papers and Projects to Expect in Nursing School
Although this can seem overwhelming, it’s something most nursing students are prepared for, and the hard work is just part of the challenge of reaching your professional goals. What many students aren’t prepared for, however, is the other kind of work that you’ll be taking home: term papers and group projects.
Jul 26
Critical Care Nursing
Like many types of nurses, critical care providers act as the bridge between the patient and the larger health care setting. Vigilant daily care, medication dispensation, monitoring vitals, and charting make up the bulk of the day’s activities. They are complimented by patient advocacy, support to family members, and patient education—especially regarding end-of-life, living will, and organ donation issues. These professionals might also be called on to participate in a team setting to make decisions regarding the patient’s options and outcomes.
Jul 15
Attending Nursing Conferences
Professional nursing conferences are most commonly offered by hospitals, nursing specialization boards, the American Nurses Association, and the National League for Nursing. Providing education, conference speakers, and the chance to develop new skills, these conferences run the range of week-long affairs to an afternoon or two a few times per year.
Jun 20
How to Succeed in Nursing School
While it’s true that recruitment methods urge students to consider nursing school, and that you can earn an RN license in as little as two years, don’t expect an easy time of it. Nursing school is a challenge—both to get in and to get through.
Jun 13
What is the National Student Nurses Association?
The National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) is an organization created to improve nursing education and support nursing students as they begin their entrance into the nursing profession. This takes the shape of a nursing journal released five times annually, career workshops, employment resources, NCLEX study resources, and nursing scholarships.
May 02
What is the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission?
Of these accrediting organizations, one of the most important is the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. This national organization is devoted to promoting excellence in nursing education. The organization looks at individual nursing instructors, providing opportunities for them to build their skills and network with others in the field, as well as offers accreditation for NCLEX readiness.
Mar 16
Is Nursing School Debt Worth It?
Depending on where you go to school and what degree you’re after, nursing school can cost between $10,000 and $100,000 in all – especially when you factor in things like books, supplies, uniforms, room, and board. While this cost is no more or no less than you would expect from similar degrees in other fields, it can become quite a burden once you first enter the working world.
Mar 08
Top-Ranked Nursing Schools in the United States
Nationally recognized as the best of the best, these are the nursing schools that will provide an excellent education and place you at the top of the field for practicing, research, and administrative nurses.
Jan 31
How to Become a Nurse-Midwife
If you want to become a nurse-midwife, expect to get more education and training than traditional RNs or LPNs, usually at the Master’s degree level or higher. Most nurse-midwives are actually advanced nurse practitioners (NPs) with a specialization in pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
