career development

How My Nursing Career Evolved as My Interests Expanded

When asked, most nurses will say that they went into nursing to help people. The idea of helping people on the best and worst days of their lives was initially what drew me into nursing. Over my […]

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5 Benefits of Joining a Professional Nursing Organization

When I was a young nurse, I was only interested in my job at the hospital. I loved the bedside and believed that professional organizations were meant for the administrative and political types. I […]

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Announcing the Quarterly Lighthouse Award

What’s Behind the Quarterly $3000 Lighthouse Award for Nurses?

From a distance it can seem like there is a big divide between those on the frontline delivering care to patients, and companies […]

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Getting Ready for Graduation: Navigating the Unknown    

You've made it.  That last assignment, discussion post, and exam are all on the horizon, and you can finally see the bright light at the end of what seemed at many times, a very dark tunnel.  You've […]

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The Evolution of Hiring Criteria for New Graduates

From Florence Nightingale to the present, the value, importance, and respect for nurses has remained strong.  Nurses have been rated as the most trusted profession by the 2020 Gallup Survey and is […]

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Is Emergency Nursing for You?

Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment with an unpredictability to what your shift may bring? If you do, emergency nursing may be for you. The role of an emergency room nurse is portrayed heavily in […]

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Is Public Health Nursing for You?

Would you like to make an impact on populations with high rates of risky behaviors, unplanned pregnancies, and infectious disease? Does creating a campaign to decrease child abuse or improve prenatal […]

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Falling in Love with Nursing, Again: Rekindling Motivation and Meaning in Your Work

People become nurses because they care. Nurses pursue this career because they feel motivated to care for others, to help people through difficult times. Some describe their pursuit of nursing as a […]

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Is Oncology Nursing for You?

Do you enjoy solving complex problems? Do you live for translating intricate information into simplified patient education? Do you have a knack for connecting with people? Do you have a passion for […]

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Is Hospice Nursing for You?

Are you passionate about connecting with others? Do you radiate compassion and empathy? Are you an expert at pain management? Are you interested in complementary therapies? Do ethics and advocacy […]

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