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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,

Heartbreaking stories of healthcare workers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic are in the news every day. Exhaustion, uncertainty about when it will ease up, the

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

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

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

The healthcare industry is recognizing the value of registered nurses who have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. But, it’s not as simple

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

Healthcare is in a constant state of expansion. New technologies and improved access to care via urgent care centers and telemedicine — not to mention

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

As an increasing number of medical organizations are encouraging registered nurses to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, many nurses are starting

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.

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

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,

Even in our modern society, with all our conveniences, some people can’t get their basic needs met. You may have heard of food deserts, where

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

Traditionally, most nurses complete an associate degree program as a path to a nursing career. While it is acceptable to have an Associate Degree 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

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

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

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

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

Discrimination issues are a hot topic in many professional fields today. Most people are familiar with gender and racial discrimination, but there is another group

Nurses with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) have become the new industry standard due to a combination of factors, including research that demonstrates

A registered nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program provides a pathway for diploma and associate degree nurses who wish to strengthen

A large portion of the U.S. population is approaching — or has already reached — retirement age. Not only are patients growing older, but so