When young children and young adults don’t hear about nursing as a viable career choice or learn about how to pursue a nursing career, the world loses an untold number of excellent potential nurses. Mona Clayton, MSN, RN and CEO […]
Mona Clayton Tells Others “A Nursing Career Is Possible” Read More »
October 10 is World Mental Health Day, and nurses are in an excellent position to notice when patients might be suffering from a mental health condition. Nurses have the knowledge and authority to offer patients the facts about mental health,
Mental Health Is a Global Issue Read More »
Emergency Nurses Week kicks off today and offers a reflection of the lifesaving efforts and skill of emergency nurses who are called on to deal with catastrophic conditions, both natural and human-created, with little or no notice. Karen Wiley MSN,
Emergency Nurses Week Highlights Essential Role Read More »
As the country continues to grapple with an ever-increasing opioid addiction crisis, the medical profession and patients alike struggle to treat real pain issues while managing their pain safely. Sherry McAllister D.C., M.S (Ed)., CCSP, executive vice president of the
Opioid-Free Approaches to Pain Management Read More »
The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is once again sponsoring National Midwifery Week, which kicks off today, October 1, and lasts through Saturday, October 7. For centuries, nurse midwives have been partners and guides in women’s healthcare around the world.
National Midwifery Week Honors Compassionate Care Read More »
Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer in men (skin cancer is first), with the American Cancer Society estimating 161,360 new cases in 2017. A nurse’s role in prostate cancer awareness, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment is essential.
How Nurses Can Support Prostate Cancer Awareness Read More »
Neonatal nurses sum up their work very succinctly. As the theme of 2017’s Neonatal Nurses Day, celebrated every September 15, states We Save Babies! Sponsored by the National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN), the We Save Babies! theme resonates with
Neonatal Nurses Save Babies Read More »
The compassionate work and care of all nurses deserves to be celebrated, and throughout the year, different branches of the nursing profession get the chance to spotlight their unique duties. This week, September 10 to 17, is National Nephrology Nurses
Thank a Nephrology Nurse! Read More »
With September designated as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, it’s especially fitting to recognize the nurses who care for these young patients with a day to honor their compassionate work. September 8 marks Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse Day, the fifth such celebration
Honoring Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Read More »
Starting a job search is exciting. Thinking about a new nursing role or working in a new organization is often energizing and helps get you through the work of looking for a new position. But if you are getting lots
5 Tips to Turn Around Job Rejections Read More »
