We’ve heard a lot of talk about the nursing shortage as of late. As the baby boomers continue to retire and the U.S. looks for ways to reduce costs while…

The Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC) wants to see 10,000 board seats occupied by nurses in 2020. But they realize that not every nurse who wants to serve in a…

The Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC) was founded to encourage U.S. nurses to assume leadership roles, for the greater purpose of building healthier communities. How does board service translate into…

If you work as a nurse, you’re probably all too familiar with long shifts. Nurses typically work in shifts that can last anywhere between 8 and 12 hours. While many…

The healthcare industry needs reliable, capable leaders as it weathers a period of great change. As the cost of care continues to rise, new healthcare technology comes on the market….

Working as a nurse manager isn’t the same as working in other management positions. Not having enough nurses on the floor can lead to fatigue, burnout, poor patient outcomes, and…

By Sara Weging. I always knew I was meant to help people, but it wasn’t until I met a very special person that I was able to recognize how I…

As a nurse practitioner, you may be thinking of starting your own nursing practice. You can set your own schedule, focus on the skills and healthcare services you value most,…

“Any nurse who smokes, uses liquor in any form, gets her hair done at a beauty shop or frequents dance halls will give the director of nurses good reason to suspect her worth, intentions and integrity.”

Nursing is a fast-paced industry with lots of ups and downs. Working as a nurse usually means interfacing with dozens, if not hundreds, of patients in a single day. When…