Reflections of a Nursing Student in Acute Care
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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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Black Friday Deals for Nurses and More This Holiday Season
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Looking for the best Black Friday deals for nurses and other offers this holiday? Explore Nurse.com's list of holiday deals and offers this season.
The Beginnings of a Burn Nurse
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One nurse shares her emotional and clinical journey of becoming a burn nurse, from first shifts to life-changing trauma cases in the burn unit.
A Rehab Nurse’s Farewell: Honoring Passion and Persistence
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One rehab nurse shares a heartfelt tribute to her dedicated nursing team after a sudden unit closure, honoring compassion and resilience.
When the Past Overlaps the Present
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A nurse shares her story of surviving trauma, becoming an ICU nurse, and returning to care for others in the same unit where she once was.
Nursing by the Book — Until a Patient Writes a New Chapter
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A nurse’s first patient crisis shows him textbook-based care isn't enough. He must also rely on instinct and patient connections to deliver human-centered care.
Burnout & the Birth of Tiki: Nurse Entrepreneur Creates Hydration Solution
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A nurse’s struggle with burnout led to Tiki Water Enhancers — a hydration solution made for busy healthcare workers she created. Read about her journey!
Redefining My Path: How Purpose People Was Born
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Building Purpose People: Discover the journey of one nurse-turned-entrepreneur creating community, inspiring nurses, and aligning with purpose and innovation.
First a New Heart. Then Thanksgiving Hot Chocolate
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My patient, Joe, needed a heart transplant. My hope was that he would get it in time to enjoy one of his favorite Thanksgiving traditions.
From CNA to RN and Beyond: My Nursing Journey was Fueled by Passion and Purpose
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"Nurse Alice" Benjamin shares her journey from CNA to RN and beyond and how each milestone shaped her into the nurse she is today.
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