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Teamwork in Nursing: Why It Matters
Why is teamwork important in nursing? We answer that question, discuss the importance of teamwork in nursing, and explore some teamwork in healthcare examples.
Better Communication Between Veteran and New Nurses Leads to Better Care
Veteran nurses are wise and experienced, but new nurses have a lot to offer as well. The relationship must be mutually beneficial to build strong care teams.
Nurse Mentorships and How They Can Benefit You
Nurse mentorships are invaluable for mentors and mentees. These partnerships present opportunities for collaboration, support, education, insight, and more.
Want To Be a Nursing Leader? Learn What Nurses Want
If you want to be a strong nursing leader who can create a healthy work environment in which nurses feel valued and respected, we have some advice for you.
3 Behaviors for Thoughtful and Effective Nurse Leadership
The present state of health care has created a need to reevaluate what should be expected of nurse leadership — especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Importance of Nursing Internships
Nursing internships offer hands-on clinical experience with patient care, while fostering professionalism and creating networking opportunities.
Precepting: Crucial to Retaining and Helping New Nurses Succeed
The pressures on new nurses to transition from education to practice are often too much to take. Nurse precepting eases the transition and helps retention.
The nurse preceptor: What's in your toolkit?
As we greet new nurses into the profession, many are called upon to precept both new graduate nurses, as well as experienced nurses moving into a new specialty area. What does it take to be a great preceptor? These are the tools we’ve identified as the most important to have in your preceptor toolkit.
5 qualities in a successful nurse manager
If you had to describe the perfect nurse manager, what qualities would he or she have? Scrubbed In weighed in on what we think are 5 of the most important characteristics of a successful nurse manager.
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Episode 4: Nursing in a Post Pandemic World
Cara is joined by Ernest J. Grant, PhD, RN, FAAN to discuss the evolving challenges and critical issues nurses face in the post-Covid era.
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Case Dismissed: Lack of Causation Ends Nurse Negligence Claim
A nurse negligence lawsuit falls apart over a lack of causation. Learn what this case means for nurses and how to protect your practice.
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Finding Fulfillment in Nursing: A Look at the Happiest Nursing Jobs
Are nurses happy with their jobs? Happiness is subjective, but some specialties and settings are known for being particularly fulfilling. Let’s explore a few.
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Episode 5: Reflections — Healing Trauma Through Writing
In this week's episode, Cara is joined by Leilani Squire and Lorie Judson to discuss the transformative power of writing in healing trauma.
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Nursing by the Book — Until a Patient Writes a New Chapter
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.
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Your Questions Answered: A Nurse Educator’s Advice for Students and New Nurses
New nurse or nursing student? Read expert advice from Bryce Catarelli, DNP, APRN, including career tips, overcoming imposter syndrome, and thriving in school.
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Episode 3: Transforming Debt Into Opportunity
In this week's episode, Cara is joined by Allie Hall RN, BSN to discuss the transformative power of financial literacy.
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5 Things Nurses Wish They Learned in Nursing School
Six seasoned nurses share what they wish they had learned in nursing school. Discover insights that will help nursing students and new grads succeed with confidence.
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Mindful Movement for Nurses: 5-minute Self-Care Practices
Discover quick mindful movement exercises tailored for nurses to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance physical health during busy shifts.