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BSN vs MSN: Degree Options and Salary Comparison

Nursing is an occupation that can allow professionals to make a meaningful, positive difference in people’s lives. Once you earn a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN), many specialization options are…

Posted on November 14, 2024

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How Long Does It Take To Become a Nurse?

The nursing field enables professionals to make it their life’s work to serve others. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for a registered nurse (RN) as of...
Posted on September 09, 2024

Is Nursing a Good Career?

It can be difficult to decide whether to return to school — especially if you have already earned a bachelor’s degree and have been a working professional for a while. However, if your career isn’t...
Posted on September 03, 2024

How Effective Communication in Nursing Makes a Difference

One of the more critical parts of nursing school is when you get to practice your nursing skills in a real patient setting — starting an IV, performing an assessment on a baby, or helping a patient...
Posted on August 20, 2024

NCLEX Pass Rate: Prepare for the Process

After you finish your nursing education, and before you practice as a registered nurse, you must first pass a licensure exam. The National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) is required for all registered...
Posted on August 12, 2024

Nursing Shortage Solutions From a Public Health View

The nursing shortage isn't a new headline, but its urgency has reached a crescendo. I’ve noticed throughout my time in the field that the healthcare system faces a critical gap in its frontline force...
Posted on August 06, 2024

Trends in Nursing: Navigating the Future of Healthcare in 2024

The nursing profession has transformed dramatically since the time of Florence Nightingale.1 But more recently, nothing has accelerated change in healthcare and the nursing profession quite like the...
Posted on July 30, 2024

Religion and Healthcare: Religious Values in a Healthcare Career

Religion and healthcare have often overlapped throughout history. In fact, during the Middle Ages, monasteries were known for operating hospital institutions.1 Christ’s message of love that is healing...
Posted on July 25, 2024

Pros and Cons of Becoming an LTC Nurse After Graduation

There are numerous reasons to become a nurse — like a variety of nursing jobs to consider after you graduate from nursing school. One place for new graduate nurses to begin their nursing careers is in...
Posted on July 03, 2024

Nursing Professional Development and Why It’s Important

Nursing can be an exciting career option for people who are passionate about lifelong learning. That’s because science and nursing knowledge are continually evolving as new studies are released and...
Posted on June 06, 2024
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