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A nursing student reflects on acute care, trauma, resilience, and learning to balance compassion with clinical skill in a high-pressure environment.
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A recent change by the U.S. Department of Education excludes nursing from its definition of “professional degrees.” Discover how this impacts student loans, graduate education, and the future nursing workforce.
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Discover how nurses can be held liable for medication errors and why a just culture is essential for safety and fairness.
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Learn how to become a diabetes nurse educator, meet certification requirements, and empower patients to manage diabetes through care and education.
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Nurses and technology must align for healthcare to thrive. Discover why nurses must have a seat at the table in tech design, training, and adoption.
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Explore how nurses can transition into the role of cardiovascular perfusionist, including education, certification, and things to consider in this specialized field.
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One oncology nurse shares the emotional toll of this specialty and how she navigates grief, burnout, and resilience after repeated patient loss.
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