Surviving Nursing Night Shifts (Without Sacrificing Your Health)
Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare industry. They work tirelessly to provide care and support to patients, often working long hours and overnight shifts. While nursing can be a rewarding career, it can also be demanding and challenging. One of the biggest challenges nurses face is working night shifts. Night shifts can disrupt your […]
4 Tips for Nursing Professional Development in 2023
As the world of healthcare changes, so does the role of the nursing workforce. The skillset required of nurses is evolving, and so is the way in which they must be trained and developed. Nursing professional development (NPD) programs must adapt to meet the needs of the ever-changing workforce. To ensure that nursing staff are […]
Combating Staffing Shortages in Long-Term Care
A recent study by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that nearly 60% of Americans say they have difficulty finding a nursing home that meets their needs. More than half say they would have trouble finding one that meets the needs of a family member. The report also found that 58% of Americans think the quality […]
It’s Time For National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) 2022!
It’s time for National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW)! This annual observance was established to highlight the importance of continuing influenza vaccination, even after the holiday season has ended. From December 5-9, 2022, we will be reminding everyone 6 months and older that it’s not too late to get a flu vaccine. CDC’s NIVW resources, vaccination […]
How to Ace Your Nursing Job Search This Holiday Season
It’s the holiday season, which means lots of time off from work! Suppose you’re a nursing student or nurse looking to move on to your next healthcare career. In that case, this break can be an excellent time to take stock of your skills, review your goals, and make time to search for new job […]
Questions to Ask Before You Start Your New Nursing Job
New nurses, welcome to your new job! It might be a little overwhelming, but don’t worry—we’ve been there. We’ve put together this list of questions to ask your manager or HR department during orientation so you know what kind of support and resources will be available when you start working. 1. What kind of support […]