Archives
Why should I get a BSN degree?
The path towards becoming a nurse has two entry points. You could enroll in a two-year program and earn an associate’s degree or you could go to a four-year college and earn a BSN degree. After graduating from either program, you need to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) If you […]
Read More...June 28th, 2019
Posted in Nursing
No Comments
5 places to look before your next nursing exam
Exams can always be a challenge, especially in the rigorous field of nursing. These apps and sites provide supplementary assistance to nurses at any point of your educational and professional careers. Whether you are studying for your next exam or just looking for a quick refresher on ways to expand your knowledge, these are wonderful […]
Read More...February 27th, 2019
Posted in Nursing
No Comments
Nursing Career Spotlight: Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs)
Statistics from RAINN (the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) report that an American is sexually assaulted every 98 seconds. Every 11 minutes, that victim is a child. Despite these alarmingly high rates, hospitals nationwide have a shortage of nurses with the credentials to provide optimal care for sexual assault victims. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners […]
Read More...February 8th, 2019
Posted in Nursing
No Comments
RN to BSN: Now more than Ever
Early career nurses considering the move from RN to BSN can find solid professional reasons for continuing their education, and often get employer financing to help pay for the degree. Here are some reasons for pursuing a bachelor of science in nursing degree: Increase Job Security As far back as 2010, the Institute of Medicine’s […]
Read More...October 8th, 2018
Posted in Nursing
No Comments
Nursing: Front line medical error prevention
Based on data from a 2013 NIH report, it is estimated that 440,000 deaths result from medical errors every year. Although not all medical errors result in death, another NIH study showed that 19.1% of medical errors are medication administration errors. Nurses, doctors and pharmacists continue to seek ways to reduce these errors — as […]
Read More...September 28th, 2018
Posted in Nursing
No Comments