Recognizing National Mental Health Awareness Month
In addition to the other healthcare awareness events this month, May serves as National Mental Health Awareness Month (NMHAM). In many cases, mental health issues tend to be stigmatized unlike problems related to a person’s physical well-being. NMHAM attempts to draw attention to this problem, with a reminder of mental health’s importance to everyone. Hospitals […]
Honoring National Critical Care Awareness and Recognition Month
Working as a nurse in critical care requires an extra sense of dedication, empathy, and understanding. These nurses typically provide comfort to critically ill patients and their families. In many cases, these patients have a life-threatening condition, which requires nursing talent with specialized skill and compassion. Considering the importance of this nursing niche, it […]
Celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week
Notably, May serves as the month where nurses and healthcare professionals get recognized for their hard and skillful work. Hot on the heels of last week’s National Nursing Week comes National Skilled Nursing Care Week, happening May 14-20. Sometimes these important nursing professionals – serving seniors and those with disabilities – become overlooked when considering […]
Celebrating National Nurses Week 2023
National Nurses Week, taking place from May 6 to 12, provides an opportunity to show appreciation for healthcare professionals. Somewhat coincidentally, it happens around the same time as National Hospital Week, which spans May 7 to 13. It seems the May 12th birthday of Florence Nightingale serves as the reason for the closeness of both […]
What Nurses Wish Patients Realized About Hospice
Hospice nurses possess an especially strong sense of empathy, making them a vital part of the nursing world. Of course, they want to provide exceptional end-of-life support to those under their care and their families. However, they also want these patients to understand hospice provides an opportunity to live their final days with joy. […]
The Top 3 Case Management Nurse Job Destinations For 2023
Case management nurses remain an important piece in ensuring excellent care for their patients. This job role combines a special mix of nursing know-how with managerial acumen and empathy. Because of these special qualities, intriguing job opportunities abound in a variety of locations across the United States. If you want your case management nursing […]