Experiencing negative emotions at work is a common occurrence among nurses. Taking care of patients on the floor during emergencies means navigating a range of emotions that can arise—from disappointment, anger, and pain to positive feelings that finally emerge whenever
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Nurses do meaningful work when they’re in the zone, but sometimes it can be hard to relax when the body says so. Situations like a medical emergency and on-site anxiety can make it difficult for nurses to pause and step
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Starting a nursing career can feel overwhelming. Fresh out of school, many new nurses find themselves battling self-doubt, perfectionism, and the pressure to know it all on day one. But these challenges are a normal part of the journey—and they
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Starting out as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) can be both rewarding and demanding. CNAs are the backbone of patient care, providing essential daily support while working closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals. From helping patients with personal care
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Few nurses have had a life filled with advocacy like Sylvia Mendez. For Hispanic Heritage Month, Minority Nurse is honoring Sylvia Mendez, a retired pediatric nurse who has since become a civil rights advocate for Hispanics across the U.S. She
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Latinx nurses make up almost 7% of the nursing population, but their significance is crucial to patients of Latino heritage. These nurses are an essential representation to Latinx patients who are more likely to face certain health risks like obesity,
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Nurses need flexible options in today’s healthcare field. Changes like AI technology, layoffs, and emerging job opportunities are impacting nursing journeys for years to come. Workplace challenges, such as burnout and unsafe staffing ratios, are also an issue for nurses
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Many nurses can tell from a single glance if their patients are feeling happy, sad, or depressed. Sometimes patients can come in while silently struggling with their mental health and don’t know how to ask for help. Even if you’re
Being a nurse is a rewarding career that can come with unexpected challenges. COVID-19 has shifted the way nurses traditionally work and brought to the forefront issues such as staff shortages, burnout, and the risk of job-related injuries. Now, the
If you’re reading this, thenyou’ve probably been laid off from your nursing job or are worried about a future layoff, and are anxious about it. Layoffs can be stressful when they’re unexpected. Unlike being fired, layoffs can come for reasons
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