At Nurse.com, our mission is to empower nurses with accurate, evidence-based information that supports lifelong learning, clinical excellence, and career development, created for nurses, by nurses. The content we publish follows a rigorous editorial process designed to uphold trust, transparency, and clinical integrity.
Our parent company, Relias, is a trusted leader in workforce education and enablement solutions. And like Relias, Nurse.com upholds the highest editorial standards across all content formats, from continuing education modules to professional development and career resources.
Our mission
Nurse.com is dedicated to delivering authoritative, easy-to-understand nursing and healthcare content that supports personal and professional growth and improves patient outcomes. We aim to serve as a trusted hub for nurses seeking evidence-based education, up-to-date clinical guidance, news and nurse-life information, as well as helpful career tools.
Content integrity and our commitment to accuracy
Each piece of content on Nurse.com is crafted to serve the best interests of our readers: nurses and healthcare professionals at every stage of their careers. All content aligns with current clinical research, editorial best practices, and national standards. We maintain editorial independence and do not allow commercial interests or sponsorships to influence our content, views, or opinions.
Nurse.com adheres to strict editorial ethics to ensure the accuracy, fairness, and balance of all published material. We are committed to:
- Disclosing potential conflicts of interest
- Presenting information free from bias or external influence
- Avoiding sensationalism or misleading headlines
- Citing or highlighting sources transparently
Our editorial team
Our editorial team is composed of several team members, each with the specialized skills necessary to ensure that Nurse.com’s content is clear, accurate, current, and accessible. From nurse leaders and experienced nurses to seasoned content writers, our team aims to share practical and meaningful content.
All content undergoes multi-layer review for clinical accuracy, readability, and relevance. Each team member brings valuable experience and a commitment to integrity, supported by in-house editors who ensure clarity and compliance with our editorial standards.
Subject matter experts
Our in-house subject matter experts (SMEs) are deeply knowledgeable in their respective fields, offering insights that enrich our content with depth and authority. Their expertise ensures that every piece of content reflects current best practices and supports nurses in delivering high-quality care.
The Nurse.com Clinical Advisory Panel
In addition to our SMEs and editorial team, we collaborate with a variety of nursing professionals who serve on the Nurse.com Clinical Advisory Panel (NCAP).
All clinical and professional development content on Nurse.com is reviewed by our panel, who have diverse perspectives on patient care, evidence-based practice, and clinical excellence.
NCAP members bring decades of real-world clinical experience and represent a wide range of nursing disciplines. Their oversight ensures that Nurse.com’s guidance is current, credible, and aligned with frontline nursing realities.
References, sources, and citations
Every article Nurse.com publishes is backed by high-quality, reputable sources and publicly available guidelines. These include, but aren’t limited to:
- Peer-reviewed journals (e.g., The Journal of Nursing Scholarship, AJN, JAMA)
- Government agencies (e.g., WHO, CDC, NIH, AHRQ)
- Professional organizations and associations (e.g., ANA, AACN, AORN)
- Digital textbooks and continuing education references
All sources are cited at the end or linked directly within the content for reader transparency.
Keeping information relevant: Review and update process
As healthcare evolves, so will our content. We regularly review articles to ensure they reflect:
- The latest research and clinical guidelines
- Updates to scope of practice or licensure
- New technologies or care models
Each page includes a "last reviewed" date so readers can see when clinical content was most recently reviewed.
Fact-checking process
Every clinical or educational article undergoes a thorough fact-checking process by our editorial team and SMEs or NCAP. This ensures:
- Clinical accuracy
- Clear alignment with current standards of care
- No misinterpretation of clinical data
We do not publish content not supported by high-quality evidence.
Our AI usage policy
At Nurse.com, we embrace innovation but remain committed to human-centered content creation.
While we occasionally use AI-assisted tools to supplement our content creation, nothing is ever published without a thorough editorial review process completed by the qualified individuals comprising our SMEs, NCAP, and editorial team.
We never publish auto-generated medical advice, clinical guidance, nurse-life content, or any other content category.
Correction process
We believe in accountability and transparency. If an error is identified in any of Nurse.com’s content, we take prompt action to:
- Verify the accuracy of the claim.
- Update the content with correct information.
- Add an editor’s note if the correction significantly impacts the article's conclusions.
To report a correction, please contact us via [email protected].
Independence and impartiality
Nurse.com content is independent of advertiser influence. Our editorial decisions are made without input from sponsors, ensuring that all clinical and professional guidance remains impartial and rooted in evidence-based research.
When content is sponsored or includes affiliate partnerships, we clearly disclose this at the top of the page, in accordance with Federal Trade Commission guidelines.
Originality and authorship
All content on Nurse.com is original and created exclusively for our platform. We do not republish syndicated content or allow third-party content submission without rigorous review. Each article is tailored to serve the needs of nurses and other healthcare professionals.
We use plagiarism detection tools and adhere to strict publishing standards to maintain originality and avoid content duplication.
Contact us
Have a question or concern about a specific article? Want to request a correction or submit a guest post inquiry?
Please email our editorial team at [email protected].
About Relias and Nurse.com
Nurse.com’s parent company, Relias, is an industry-leading, multi-solution healthcare workforce enablement company helping healthcare organizations reduce cost and risk, improve staff retention, and enhance patient outcomes. This relationship allows us to provide robust, research-driven learning resources, career tools, and evidence-based continuing education to nurses across the U.S.
Relias’ commitment to clinical excellence and education supports our editorial mission and reinforces our trustworthiness and authority in the healthcare space.
Backed by this powerful connection, Nurse.com continues to grow as a trusted source for high-quality nursing content that prioritizes nursing professionals and their patients.