How Many Hours Do Nurses Work — and What Shift Works for Them? By Sallie Jimenez | Jan 11, 2024 The two most popular shift choices in nursing are eight- and 12-hour shifts, and each has its pros and cons. Here, we consider which may be better for nurses and patients and why.
Put on Your Headsets: Virtual Reality May Become Part of Your Nurse Training Tools By Sallie Jimenez | Jun 15, 2023 From pilot training to a source of entertainment, virtual reality has made its mark. But one of its most laudable uses is as an educational tool for nurses.
Integrative Medicine Relies on Trust, Collaboration to Succeed By Sallie Jimenez | Mar 30, 2023 Integrative medicine combines traditional healthcare methods with complementary therapies. But how does hypnotherapy, music therapy, and yoga help patients?
Nurses Take Top Spot for Honesty and Ethics in Gallup Poll By Sallie Jimenez | Jan 23, 2023 Nurses who live by the code are being recognized for their honesty and ethics. Nurses earned the top spot in a Gallup poll for the 21st consecutive year.
New DAISY Ethics Award Celebrates Nurses’ Integrity By Sallie Jimenez | Dec 15, 2022 For nurses, an ethical dilemma can emerge on any shift. Now, there’s an award that acknowledges and celebrates nurses who demonstrate ethics in nursing.
Health Literacy Tips: Speak Plainly, Teach Often By Sallie Jimenez | Oct 21, 2022 Promoting health literacy is key to helping patients recover in-hospital and continue healing post-discharge. Here are some tips that can help.
2022 National Nurses Week Tribute Video: We're Celebrating YOU By Sallie Jimenez | May 10, 2022 The 2022 National Nurses Week video says thank you to nurses for taking care of millions of patients and for showing such courage in challenging times.
Broaden Skills, Knowledge and Connections Through Professional Associations By Sallie Jimenez | Dec 04, 2020 Regardless of specialty or skill level, nursing associations are an ideal resource for professional growth, networking and lifelong learning.
Favorite Famous Nurses: Who Did You Vote for in Our Survey? By Sallie Jimenez | May 18, 2020 Nurses shared with us their Favorite Famous Nurses in our 2020 National Nurses Week content survey. Here's how you voted!
Blog Post Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing Fuels Job Satisfaction By Robert Hess Jr., PhD, RN, FAAN | Nov 14, 2023 Evidence-based practice in nursing gives patients the most optimal care. Discover how using this approach can transform your career.
Blog Post Use It or Lose It: My Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis Was a Wakeup Call By Laura Langham-Sotoodeh BSN, RN | Nov 28, 2023 When I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, I resolved to help others as I worked to help myself. So I became a nurse.
Podcast Episode Episode 10: Leveraging Social Media in Healthcare Dec 18, 2023 Cara is joined by Melanie Perry, the founder of The Circulating Life and the First Case Podcast, for a conversation about leveraging social media in the healthcare sector.
Blog Post Nursing Work Environments: A Brief Guide By Carlie Konuch | Nov 30, 2023 With the growing demand for nurses, there are many different nursing work environments to choose from. Regardless of the setting, prioritize a healthy work environment for you and your patients.
Blog Post RN Sues After Her Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied By Nancy Brent, MS, JD, RN | Dec 22, 2023 A nurse suffers a workplace injury just a few days after she starts a new job. Her workers' compensation claim is initially denied, but she doesn't give up.
Podcast Episode Episode 11: Home Care Nursing With Call Light Dec 22, 2023 Cara is joined by Courtney Hogenson, RN, CMC, ALNC, to explore the critical aspects of delivering affordable, secure, and impactful care to patients.