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Many nurses chose the profession of nursing because of a desire to help others and make a difference. Others chose it based on a personal

Demand and salaries for nurses are rising nationwide, and due to nursing shortages, this trend is likely to continue far into the future. Because of

Although primary care hospitals employ the most registered nurses (RNs) in the United States, many other healthcare facilities also need nurses. According to the Bureau

Nurses who complete a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree program enjoy greater jobs opportunities than RNs without a bachelor’s degree. While working nurses

Case managers — sometimes called patient advocates or care coordinators — play an important role in the nursing profession. By coordinating appointments, planning treatments and

Job-seeking nurses and employed nurses alike may need to engage in negotiation to reach an agreement about salary and benefits. Whether you are looking for

Beyond the prerequisite courses and core requirements a nurse must complete as part of the Arkansas State University (A-State) online RN to BSN program, there are

As a dedicated nurse who wants to advance your career, one of your nursing goals may be earning a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN),

In 2019, there were more than 1,000 vacant nursing positions in central Arkansas alone — meaning plenty of opportunities for nurses. However, many healthcare employers

Nursing stress is coming from all directions — including the nationwide nursing shortage, the growing number of elderly Americans with chronic diseases, the COVID-19 pandemic,

Healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic have a single priority: caring for their patients. However, the intensity of the pandemic means they

The field of forensics has been popularized by TV shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation and Criminal Minds, as well as true crime documentaries. While

Accelerated RN to BSN programs are usually highly structured. Courses are, for the most part, pre-determined and well-defined. This strategic approach helps RNs streamline their

Opportunities are growing for registered nurses with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The Institute of Medicine (now known as the National Academy

Parents want the best for their children. They want to be able to provide for them now and into the future. While love goes a

Nursing is a demanding job, physically, mentally and emotionally. When first embarking on a new career in healthcare, many nurses assume they will work in

Nurses who want to set themselves apart with education go for a BSN. And increasingly, those who want to stand out even more get certifications.

One of the leadership roles that an RN with a BSN can step into is nurse manager. In a hospital or assisted living facility setting,

At first, it might not seem like UX — the high-tech term website designers and software engineers use to describe user experience — would have

David at A-State graduation with his son David Dorris is a busy man, so he knew he’d need the convenience and flexibility of an online

There’s a lot to be said for why nurses should seek more education, and why the BSN is becoming more and more the standard in

Social media is becoming an increasingly larger, sometimes unavoidable, part of our lives. Whether we’re sharing personal news on Facebook, thoughts on Twitter, photos on

Working as a registered nurse (RN) is becoming more challenging as the U.S. population ages. Patients admitted to the hospital often have multiple conditions that

As a child, Nicole Clute knew what she wanted to be when she grew up. An ER nurse. She was very specific in a fifth-grade

Nurses are under a lot of pressure to deliver quality patient care. In addition to stressful medical situations and difficult patients, nurses may have family

The healthcare system is complex and constantly evolving due to new developments in technology, techniques and policy. Quality patient care depends on nurses being educationally

Nurses should strive to be nonjudgmental when caring for patients. Nonjudgmental, holistic care helps promote well-being and may improve the patient’s mental, physical, emotional and

There are a number of considerations that registered nurses (RNs) should keep in mind when applying to an online RN to BSN program. These programs

Many changes are occurring in healthcare, in areas ranging from technology to the delivery of patient care. So it is not surprising that the role