When many people hear the term health policy, they picture lawmakers debating legislation or government officials creating new healthcare regulations. While those decisions certainly shape healthcare, policy also influences many of the decisions nurses encounter every day—from patient safety procedures […]
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As graduation approaches, most nursing students focus on one major milestone: passing the NCLEX. But becoming a licensed nurse involves more than passing the exam. If you plan to practice in another state, pursue travel nursing, or provide telehealth services,
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Telehealth nursing has become an increasingly important part of healthcare delivery, expanding access to care for patients while creating new opportunities for nurses across a variety of specialties. From chronic disease management and remote patient monitoring to urgent care and
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Medical error prevention in nursing is a critical component of patient safety and quality care. Nurses play a central role in identifying risks, preventing adverse events, improving communication, and ensuring patients receive safe and effective treatment. As healthcare systems become
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Chronic disease management is one of the most important and rapidly growing responsibilities in nursing practice. From diabetes and heart disease to chronic lung conditions and other long-term illnesses, nurses play a critical role in helping patients navigate complex treatment
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Nearly 15,000 registered nurses at major New York City hospitals walked off the job on January 12, 2026, in what has become the largest nurses’ strike in the city’s history. The walkout — led by the New York State Nurses
Delegation is an essential part of nursing, but when tasks are assigned improperly to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), it can put nurses, patients, and healthcare facilities at risk. Jennifer Flynn, CPHRM, Risk Manager with Nurses Service Organization (NSO), explains the
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Working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) requires nurses to master a specialized set of skills that go far beyond general nursing practice. From critical thinking and rapid decision-making to cultural competence and technical expertise, ICU nurses must balance compassion
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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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As the U.S. healthcare system faces an aging population and a worsening nursing shortage, the profession is at a crossroads. The challenge is not just about recruiting enough nurses but creating real opportunities for growth, leadership, innovation, and now AI-driven
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