How to Become a Travel Nurse and Embark On a New Adventure
Learn how to become a travel nurse with these tips from nurses. You may learn travel nursing is the adventure you've been waiting for.
The Nursing Code of Ethics: Everything You Need To Know
The ANA refers to the nursing Code of Ethics as, “the profession’s non-negotiable ethical standard." It helps nurses through ethical dilemmas every day.
The Nursing Resume and Cover Letter: Make a Statement When Applying for a Job
Is your nursing resume up to date? Does it have the right keywords? Do you need a cover letter? We answer these questions to prepare you for the job hunt.
Nurse Attorney Says Nurses Should Consider Getting Their Own Liability Insurance
A nurse attorney offers useful insights about why nurses should consider having their own professional liability insurance in order to protect themselves.
Nurses, Here’s What You Need to Know About Medical Waste
Safely disposing of medical waste is not just important for nurses' personal safety, but also for the health and safety of patients.
From footwear to workout apps, find more deals for nurses during COVID-19 pandemic
More deals for nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic have emerged. Nurses can find deals on running shoes, rides to work, food delivery, yoga apps and more.
9 surprising consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic — so far
No matter where we turn these days, coronavirus (COVID-19), is on everyone’s mind. Throughout the disease’s progression, nurses have been at the forefront of care. That is expected. But many developments have shocked us all. Here are 9 unexpected twists that COVID-19 has taken — so far:
Illegal fentanyl grows as cause of opioid-related deaths
From 1999 to 2017, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 702,000 people died from drug overdoses. Researchers have increasingly found evidence of a new healthcare concern — a dramatic rise in heroin, methamphetamine and synthetic opioid use, specifically illegal fentanyl.
Study encourages delay in umbilical cord clamping
Researchers from the University of Rhode Island College of Nursing recommend a five-minute delay in the umbilical cord clamping of healthy infants. The delay can result in increased iron stores and brain myelin in areas important for early life functional development.
DAISY Foundation launches Lifetime Achievement Award for nurses
The DAISY Foundation is launching a new DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award. The honor will recognize and celebrate nurses who have devoted their life’s work to the compassionate care of others.