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Nurse-to-Patient Ratio Debate Heats Up – Again
Mandated staffing ratios are set to head to a vote in November in one state, after years of nurses fighting for safer nurse-to-patient numbers, but it may not be an easy win.
Your Nursing Job: The Same Old Bed of Nails or a Comfortable Old Shoe?
Complacency be just as bad for your career as outright misery. Whether you’re stuck in a rut or actively feeling pained by your job, it might be time for a change.
Tricky Nursing Interview Questions (And How to Answer Them)
The pay may be great, but that isn’t the answer to give when asked, “Why do you want to work here?” Here’s how to answer that and other hard interview questions.
Nurses Need to Stop “Eating Their Young”
As it was first said in 1986, “nurses eat their young,” and last week, that adage proved true for one young nurse who took her own life. Now is the time to end nurse bullying.
The Mindset of Millennial Nurses
Millennials are quickly becoming the most dominant generation in nursing. What is their collective outlook on their professional futures? Take a look.
Tips to Craft Your Best Nursing Resume
At first glance, what impression does your resume make on your behalf? Could it impress a hiring manager or recruiter in six seconds? If not, read on.
One Nurse’s Take: Working in the ICU
“Since beginning my RN journey, my outlook and perspective on life have changed dramatically,” says Jamie Dupont, RN, in this look at her life in the ICU.
The Best and Worst States to Be A Nurse
Maine is the top place to be a nurse, and D.C. is the worst, according to new survey results. Where does your state land on the list?
Defining Nursing Career Success on Your Own Terms
Your definition of a successful nursing career may look vastly different than that of your fellow nurses, and that is okay, because career success is a personal thing.
When Nurses Receive Their Due
Athletes and entertainers rake in millions—multimillions, actually—while those who save lives, such as nurses, struggle to make ends meet, put food on the table, and repay their student loans.