2026 Nurse Appreciation Dates You Should Know
4 minute read
Share our list of 2026 nurse appreciation dates with your leadership and colleagues so the celebration planning can begin!
Nurse.com Blog
Featured Content
Nursing No Longer Classified as a Professional Degree: What’s at Stake?
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 more.
2010 Results
Charge Nurse Duties: Leadership at the Bedside and More
5 minute read
Learn more about charge nurse duties, their role on nursing units, and how they differ from other leadership roles.
Does Nurse Job Hopping Help or Hinder Your Career?
5 minute read
How does nurse job hopping influence nursing careers? Explore the pros and cons to this approach, and learn how you can apply this to your own career journey.
Do’s and Don’ts: Writing a Nurse Resignation Letter
5 minute read
Whether going back to school or finding a new role, leaving a nursing job can feel overwhelming. However, writing a nurse resignation letter can help ensure a smooth transition.
From Awareness to Action: Advancing Equity in Black Maternal Healthcare
5 minute read
Explore the root causes of disparities in Black maternal healthcare and how nurses can lead efforts to ensure safer, more equitable care.
“Professional Degree” Loan Category: What Nursing Students Should Know
7 minute read
Learn how the federal loan "professional degree" reclassification affects graduate nursing students, borrowing limits, and future access to advanced practice roles.
Reflections of a Nursing Student in Acute Care
7 minute read
A nursing student reflects on acute care, trauma, resilience, and learning to balance compassion with clinical skill in a high-pressure environment.
5 Ways to Manage Holiday Nursing Stress
4 minute read
As caregivers are already expected to “give,” the “season of giving” can leave nurses emotionally and physically exhausted, making the holiday season less enjoyable. These five tips can help to manage holiday nursing stress.
A Missed Medication Scan Raises Questions About Nurse Accountability
4 minute read
Discover how nurses can be held liable for medication errors and why a just culture is essential for safety and fairness.
Your Path to Impact: How to Become a Diabetes Nurse Educator
6 minute read
Learn how to become a diabetes nurse educator, meet certification requirements, and empower patients to manage diabetes through care and education.
Explore Blog Categories
What's Popular on Nurse.com
Blog
Responding to Active Shooter Incidents: Support for the School Nurse
7 minute read
Discover proactive strategies to support school nurses when responding to active shooter incidents, from preparation and training to mental health care.
Blog
HIPAA and Social Media: What Nurses Should Know
5 minute read
Discover how HIPAA and social media impact nursing. Learn the risks of livestreaming, patient privacy issues, and best practices.
Podcast
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.
Blog
Case Dismissed: Lack of Causation Ends Nurse Negligence Claim
3 minute read
A nurse negligence lawsuit falls apart over a lack of causation. Learn what this case means for nurses and how to protect your practice.
Blog
Finding Fulfillment in Nursing: A Look at the Happiest Nursing Jobs
4 minute read
- Courtesy of
- Mayo Clinic
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.
Podcast
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.
Blog
Nursing by the Book — Until a Patient Writes a New Chapter
5 minute read
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.
Blog
Your Questions Answered: A Nurse Educator’s Advice for Students and New Nurses
4 minute read
New nurse or nursing student? Read expert advice from Bryce Catarelli, DNP, APRN, including career tips, overcoming imposter syndrome, and thriving in school.
Podcast
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.
Blog
5 Things Nurses Wish They Learned in Nursing School
7 minute read
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.
Blog
Mindful Movement for Nurses: 5-Minute Self-Care Practices
4 minute read
Discover quick mindful movement exercises tailored for nurses to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance physical health during busy shifts.