Today is May 6 and it’s Nurses Day 2024 in the US. HAPPY NURSES MONTH- Let’s Celebrate You! We wish all of you, and all nurses around the world a wonderful day! Celebrate Yourselves! Not all employers will even mention or note that it’s May and it’s Nurses Month, or it’s May 6 and it’s Nurses Day. Don’t let that define you! You are a NURSE and You Make a Difference in Someone’s Life Every Day! The American Nurses Association’s theme for 2024 is Nurses Make the Difference. Stand tall and stand proud! Many employers will try to make a celebration, but most are really terrible at planning events, and…
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Nurses Writing Patient Education Materials
Writing patient educational materials can be a great niche for nurses who love to write and a natural means to grow a freelance career as a nurse writer. The following article, Nutrition in Pregnancy, by Melissa Murphy RN, is a great example of solid patient education. Patient Education Patient education is a huge part of nursing. Education can begin with the physician or other practitioner, but the major portion of the education falls to the nurses. Be sure to go over the materials with the patient to ensure they understand. Patient education is best when it’s interactive and not just handing the patient something to read. Healthcare literacy is maximized…
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Post 2023 Product Reviews for Nurses
Sheec Socks Before we jump into 2024, I have a couple of Post 2023 product reviews for nurses to wrap up. Socks and shoes are very important to nurses and can easily make or break their day! In November, I was generously gifted some fabulous socks from Sheec Socks and after trying most of them, (which took me awhile) I definitely have a favorite! (ComFits compression socks) I purchased a few more of these and bought some for my son who is also an RN. He prefers the ankle style and I like the quarter crew length. Sheec Socks offers a Discount Program to medical personnel. And they often run…
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Enter Sheec’s Holiday Healthcare Giveaway!
It’s that wonderful time of the year, and we’re here to make it even more special for our incredible community of nurses and healthcare professionals. Sheec Socks is spreading some holiday cheer with an exclusive Nursing Holiday Giveaway that you won’t want to miss! Why ComFits? Let’s talk comfort – and we mean serious, all-day comfort. Sheec’s ComFits are not just socks; they’re your perfect companions for those demanding shifts. Picture this: a bundle of 4 pairs, each catering to different rises and colors, ensuring you’re not just comfortable but stylish too. How to Score Your Bundle Enter for a chance to win these must-have compression socks here. Once you’ve…
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Check Out The Nursing Beat
I was recently introduced to a new daily emailed (M-F) nursing newsletter. You should check out The Nursing Beat! To be honest, I was skeptical, and I’m not always fond of daily emails. However, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. They have some interesting information and cover some relevant topics to keep nurses informed and up to date. I wish them success and look forward to reading what they have to say. It’s FREE. Check it out and subscribe. Full disclosure… the link places me in their queue for thank you gifts for spreading the word about the newsletter. Get your own link free.