Nursing is regarded as one of the most ethical professions. But nurses are human and can make mistakes, although we all strive very hard to avoid them. And over the course of my 30 years in the profession, I have to say I’ve known a few individuals who needed to (and often were) stripped of their license or sanctioned in some manner by the BRN. So what happens when a patient or family member, a physician, or co-worker files a complaint with the board of nursing? Angela Hermosillo, RN, JD, a nurse-attorney has written a nice article for Working Nurse about the process. photo: Jason Morrison stock.xchng.com
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Another Great List of Blogs for Nurses
We’ve been listed in another great top list of blogs. This one is from OnlineLPNtoRN.net and their list is the Top 25 Blogs for LPNs. Check it out, it’s a good list too. Thanks for the listing!
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National Nurse Legislation Introduced
The Office of the National Nurse had some very good news recently. HR 4601 was introduced in the House of Representatives by Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) to amend the Public Service Health Act and establish an Office of the National Nurse. Read more and please comment….. You can also make a pledge to support this campaign or send a letter or call your Representatives to support the bill. Sample letter and a phone script an be found on the National Nurse Website. photo: Earl Blumenauer (D-OR)
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Why You Should Become a CNA Before Applying to Nursing School
You might want to consider taking the time to receive your training to work as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) before applying for nursing school. It might surprise you to know that many nursing schools now want, or even require you to be a CNA to apply for the nursing program. If you want to become a CNA, you will need to locate an accredited CNA training program in your local area. These programs are often offered through community colleges, healthcare facilities and even some branches of the Red Cross. Training programs will usually last from 3 to 6 weeks, although some programs can last longer. After completion of a…
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101 Blog Posts for New Nurses
Jennifer Johnson at Nurse Practitioners Schools, has another great blog to share. She obviously spent a lot of time researching this and there are some terrific blogs included in the list! Check it out… 101 Blog Posts Every New Nurse Should Read. Thanks again for the inclusion Jennifer! (The link has been fixed.)