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# The Nursing Site

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- [Nurses For America Event 7/7/26](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/07/nurses-for-america-event-7-7-26/) - Nurses For America Event 7/7/26. Elections have consequences! We must elect officials who support Nurses and Healthcare! Learn more about the candidates.
- [The Journey to Becoming a Nurse - Of Course!](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/05/the-journey-to-becoming-a-nurse-of-course/) - The journey to becoming a nurse is not always a straight line, nor is it often without bumps and hurdles and life issues.
- [What Nobody Tells You About Nursing Until You're Already In It](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/05/what-nobody-tells-you-about-nursing-until-youre-already-in-it/) - What Nobody Tells You About Nursing Until You're Already In It. You didn't go into nursing to fight insurance companies. Neither did I. AI can change that.
- [Have you ever felt absolute dread the day before a shift…or walking into one?](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/04/have-you-ever-felt-absolute-dread-the-day-before-a-shiftor-walking-into-one/) - Have you ever felt absolute dread the day before a shift… searching for and finding your niche beyond bedside nursing. Continue to help, heal and serve others.
- [Another Honor Bestowed on TNS](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/03/another-honor-bestowed-on-tns/) - Another honor has been bestowed on TNS by Feedspot.com as one of 80 Top Nursing Blogs for 2026. Check them all out and add to your reading list.
- [Healthcare Illiteracy: The Hidden Barrier in Patient Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/03/healthcare-illiteracy-the-hidden-barrier-in-patient-care/) - Healthcare illiteracy affects millions of patients. Learn how nurses can improve patient understanding using health literacy strategies and clear communication
- [Fellow Nurse Killed by ICE](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/01/fellow-nurse-killed-by-ice/) - A fellow nurse was killed by ICE on Saturday, January 24,2026. Everyday something new reminds us we are NO LONGER SAFE in our own beloved country!
- [10 Intentions for Nurses for 2026](https://thenursingsite.com/2026/01/10-intentions-for-nurses-for-2026/) - 10 Intentions for Nurses emphasizes mindset, values and presence in life daily. It focuses on how you want to be rather than what you want to achieve.
- [Help Spread the Word -- WE ARE PROFESSIONALS!](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/12/help-spread-the-word-we-are-professionals/) - Please help spread the word that We Are Professionals. The US Government and Department of Education recently re-classified nurses as not professionals.
- [Nurses Are Professionals!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/11/nurses-are-professionals/) - Nurses Are Professionals! The DOE has issued information stating that nurses are not professionals and limits are being imposed on federal student loans.
- [Nurses Month Continues - 2025](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/05/nurses-month-continues-2025/) - Nurses need to practice self-care and prepare for challenges in healthcare. We face cuts being made by the US government and a leaders without any medical knowledge.
- [Nurses Week Gifts and Give-Aways 2025](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/05/nurses-week-gifts-and-give-aways-2025/) - Day 3 of Nurses Week 2025. Enter to win a Loaded Tags and Ephemera kit from TheNursingSite, and see free webinar registrations from the ANA.
- [Happy Nurses Month 2025](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/05/happy-nurses-month-2025/) - It's Nurses Month and we have give-aways to help you celebrate all that you do for your patients.
- [Take Charge and Ensure Your Birthday is the Best](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/04/take-charge-and-ensure-your-birthday-is-the-best/) - Take charge and ensure your birthday is the best. You have the power to make a great or let it fail. You deserve the best!
- [Encore Event Reignite Your Passion in Healthcare Masterclass](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/04/encore-event-reignite-your-passion-in-healthcare-masterclass/) - Beginning tomorrow, April 9, at 7AM CST, the On-Demand Encore presentation of Reignite Your Passion in Healthcare Masterclass will run for 48 hours straight.
- [Two Days Left Until the Masterclass Starts - Register Now](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/03/two-days-left-until-the-masterclass-starts-register-now/) - I will be one of the speakers at this great event. My session involves a discussion about using self-care in surviving and thriving in healthcare professions.
- [The Countdown is On - Five Days Until the Masterclass](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/03/the-countdown-is-on-five-days-until-the-masterclass/) - Hear from 21 Experts how you can Reignite Your Passion in Healthcare with this FREE Masterclass. Learn how others have taken control of their careers and lives.
- [Burnout Can Affect Anyone](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/03/burnout-can-affect-anyone/) - Burnout can affect anyone. It's not exclusively related to nursing and healthcare professions. Anyone can attend this FREE Masterclass.
- [A FREE Virtual Event you won’t want to miss!](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/03/a-free-virtual-event-you-wont-want-to-miss/) - Information about a FREE Virtual Event you won't want to miss! How to avoid burnout, rebuild resilience, and love your job running from March 28- April 1.
- [A New Honor for TheNursingSite.com](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/02/a-new-honor-for-thenursingsite-com/) - 80 Top Nursing Blogs were recently honored by Feedspot.com. TheNursingSite.com is proud to be listed among such great blogs!
- [There is a Mental Health Crisis in Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2025/02/there-is-a-mental-health-crisis-in-nursing/) - What are nursing schools doing to improve the mental health of nursing students to promote wellness and prevent burnout?
- [New Books Make Great Gifts For Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/12/new-books-make-great-gifts-for-nurses/) - New books make great gifts for nurses. These books by Kathy Quan would hlp improve the lives of nurses and healthcare professionals this coming holiday.
- [Patient and Family's Perspective of Hospice](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/10/patient-and-familys-perspective-of-hospice/) - What is the patient and family's perspective o hospice? How do nurses help patients understand hospice philosophy and care?
- [Public Comment Period on the 2025 Revisions to the Code of Ethics for Nurses Open Through July 31](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/07/public-comment-period-on-the-2025-revisions-to-the-code-of-ethics-for-nurses-are-open-through-july-31/) - Every ten years the American Nurses Association reviews and updates the Code of Ethics for Nurses. The 2025 findings have been opened to public comments.
- [Why Didn’t You Pass the NCLEX?](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/06/why-didnt-you-pass-the-nclex/) - Tips to Figure Out Why and Help You Pass Next Time In 2023, 83% passed the NCLEX, meaning 17% did not. Why didn’t you pass the NCLEX? You’ve worked hard and passed all of your nursing classes, with descent and even glowing grades and then comes the board exam for licensing (NCLEX) and BAM you
- [Nurses Need to Be the Change!](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/03/nurses-need-to-be-the-change/) - The RaDonda Vaught case demonstrates the need for every nurse to review their own practice patterns and learn how to protect themselves and their license.
- [Nurses Writing Patient Education Materials](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/04/nurses-writing-patient-education-materials/) - Patient education is a huge part of nursing. Writing educational materials for patients is a great niche for nurses beyond the bedside.
- [HAPPY NURSES MONTH- Let’s Celebrate You!](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/05/happy-nurses-month-lets-celebrate-you/) - 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!
- [Thank You Nurses - Happy Nurses Month](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/05/thank-you-nurses-happy-nurses-month/) - Thank You Nurses - Happy Nurses Month
- [The Art of Delegating as a New Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/04/the-art-of-delegating-as-a-new-nurse/) - New grads need to learn and understand the art of delegation as an essential tool in nursing. Delegation is vital to strong teamwork and quality patient care.
- [Review: BioPods Stimsoles Do Help](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/01/review-biopods-stimsoles-do-help/) - A few weeks back, I was approached by a company to test and review a product called BioPods Stimsoles. (Disclosure: I received a complimentary pair.) They make an insole to reduce pain and improve function and ability. There's some solid science behind it and I was game. I have reviewed my fair share of products
- [TheNursingSite.com is Back!](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/04/thenursingsite-com-is-back/) - It's been awhile, but TheNursingSite.com is relaunching today after a moderate hiatus. Things just got out of hand and the Omicron variant hit my (vaccinated) household just after Christmas. Although I didn't catch it, I was of course required to quarantine and work remotely while helping to get others back to health. It seemed impossible
- [Time Management Essentials for New Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/03/time-management-essentials-for-new-nurses/) - Time management essentials for new nurses is something that is always included in the discussion about major struggles for new nurses.
- [Time Management Skills Ebook from Kathy Quan](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/04/time-management-skills-ebook-from-kathy/) - Time management skills are not easily taught in nursing school. Often because nursing students may be assigned only 1-3 patients at a time, and this barely approaches the real world scenarios that new grads are thrust into. (And remain for the duration.) Organizational skills are the heart of the process of managing time, and if
- [Share the LOVE!](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/02/share-the-love/) - The world always needs more LOVE, please share!
- [Post 2023 Product Reviews for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2024/01/post-2023-product-reviews-for-nurses/) - Before we jump into 2024, I have a couple of Post 2023 product reviews for nurses to wrap up. Sheec Socks and Kuru shoes are reviewed some excellent choices.
- [Happy Hanukah!](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/12/happy-hanukah/) - Happy Hanukah!
- [Enter Sheec’s Holiday Healthcare Giveaway!](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/11/enter-sheecs-holiday-healthcare-giveaway/) - Sheec Socks is offering a fantastic holiday giveaway. Enter now (and before December 20.) Also check out the great discounts being offered through the holidays.
- [Check Out The Nursing Beat](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/11/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
- [Have a Happy and Safe Halloween!](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/10/have-a-happy-and-safe-halloween/) - Have a Happy and Safe Halloween
- [Navigating the 7 Ethical Dilemmas in Hospice Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/10/navigating-the-7-ethical-dilemmas-in-hospice-care/) - Discover the 7 Ethical Dilemmas in Hospice Care. Read for in-depth insight into navigating challenges in moral values, sensitive decisions, and patient care.
- [All shift long nurses use critical thinking skills](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/10/all-shift-long-nurses-use-critical-thinking-skills/) - Every day, all shift long, nurses are using critical thinking skills in their job no matter where they work. The stronger those skills are, the higher the quality of care they provide to their patients. Even from the start of the shift and prioritizing the tasks at hand, the ability to problem-solve and make decisions
- [Soft Skills vs Hard Skills -- What's the Difference?](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/10/soft-skills-vs-hard-skills-whats-the-difference/) - We often hear a lot about soft skills vs hard skills. What's the difference and how do they apply to the nursing profession?
- [Demystifying Critical Thinking Skills](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/demystifying-critical-thinking-skills/) - Critical thinking skills is a term nursing students and nurses will hear over and over again. They are an important aspect of quality patient care, the nursing process and a must in the list of qualifications for registered nurses. But sometimes they become very mysterious as nurses present them in publication such as white papers
- [What to Look for in a Staffing Agency, and How to Hire Reliable Employees](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/09/what-to-look-for-in-a-staffing-agency-and-how-to-hire-reliable-employees/) - In today's fast-paced world, finding the right employees for your educational institution can be a daunting task. That's where an educational staffing agency can be a lifesaver. These agencies specialize in connecting educational institutions with qualified, reliable professionals who can make a significant impact on your organization. In this article, we'll delve into the world
- [Never Forget 9/11/01](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/09/never-forget-9-11-01-4/) - Never Forget 9/11/01 Patriot Day
- [A Male Nurse’s Insight into Healthcare Misogyny](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/07/a-male-nurses-insight-into-healthcare-misogyny/) - A unique perspective of a male nurse as he examines gender bias in the healthcare industry and how he finds himself in a situation of unexpected privilege.
- [New Grad Nurse Season](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/06/new-grad-nurse-season/) - It's new grad nurse season. Time to prepare for the NCLEX and look for employment.
- [Nurses Month Continues](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/05/nurses-month-continues/) - Nurses Month continues. The celebration has not ended. Focus this week on community engagement.
- [LPN Programs Near You](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/05/lpn-programs-near-you/) - Looking for an LPN or LVN program to begin your nursing career? Here's a website designed by an LPN to help you find LPN programs near you.
- [Nurses Make a Difference...](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/05/nurses-make-a-difference/) - Nurses make a difference... Happy Nurses Day and Nurses Month! I know I'm a day late, but I had minor surgery and slept the day away. Had wonderful nursing care!!! THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO!
- [Nurses Month Has Begun!](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/05/nurses-month-has-begun/) - Nurses month has begun! Consider some of the great gifts, deals, discounts and contests for great prizes being offered for 2023.
- [Nurses Month is Rapidly Approaching](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/04/nurses-month-is-rapidly-approaching/) - Nurses Month is Rapidly Approaching. Are you prepared? Do you have plans and a schedule for self-care and honoring yourself?
- [Honors for The Nursing Site](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/04/honors-for-the-nursing-site/) - Berxi Insurance has once again bestowed honors on The Nursing Site as one of the top 30 blogs or vlogs for nurses.
- [Nurses Month is Approaching - Nudge Your Manager Now](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/04/nurses-month-is-approaching/) - Nudge your manager now - Nurses Month is approaching rapidly. Recognition and appreciation are two of the most important gifts you can receive for Nurses Month.
- [Underfunded Programs Are Affecting Our Society: Is There A Way To Make A Change?](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/03/underfunded-programs-are-affecting-our-society-is-there-a-way-to-make-a-change/) - Underfunded programs are affecting our society. How can we effect a change? Firefighters and other first responders put their lives on the line for the community, but at what cost ?
- [The Art of Delegation in Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/01/the-art-of-delegation-in-nursing/) - Have you learned the art of delegation in nursing? Or are you quickly burning out afeel it's faster and easier if you do it all yourself?
- [The Five Rights of Delegation](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/five-rights-of-delegation/) - Delegation is an important aspect of nursing care, but it's essential that all parties understand the rules of the game. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing issued a standard (The Five Rights of Delegation) in 1995 that remains effectively unchanged today. Make sure everyone is on the same page next time you have
- [Setting Intentions for Self-Care in 2023](https://thenursingsite.com/2023/01/setting-intentions-for-self-care-in-2023/) - Setting intentions for self-care in 2023 will be better for you than than making New Year's Resolutions. Learn how to set intentions.
- [Happy New Year 2023](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/12/happy-new-year-2023/) - Happy New Year 2023!
- [Happy Holidays!](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/12/happy-holidays-6/) - Happy Holidays whatever you celebrate!
- [Stephen tWitch Boss you will be sorely missed!](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/12/stephen-twitch-boss-you-will-be-sorely-missed/) - If you or someone you know needs help please call 988! Stephen tWitch Boss left us too soon. He needed help and no one knew it.
- [The Mumbo Jumbo of Healthcare Communication](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/12/the-mumbo-jumbo-of-healthcare-communication/) - The Mumbo Jumbo Fix illustrates the issues of healthcare illiteracy. It teaches healthcare workers to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues.
- [L'shana Tovah to those who celebrate](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/09/lshana-tovah-to-those-who-celebrate/) - L'shana Tovah to those who celebrate
- [Never Forget 9.11.01](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/09/never-forget-9-11-01-3/) - Never Forget 9.11.01
- [Can Nursing Students Get ACLS Certification? ](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/08/can_nursing_students_get_acls_certification2844/) - Can nursing students get ACLS Certification? See the reasons this is not a good idea.
- [3 Tips For Returning To School As A Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/07/3-tips-for-returning-to-school-as-a-nurse/) - Does finding the time and energy to earn your Bachelors of Science in Nursing feel like a distant dream? Here's 3 Tips for returning to school as a nurse.
- [Tips for Setting Yourself Up for Financial Success After Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/08/tips-for-setting-yourself-up-for-financial-success-after-nursing-school/) - Steps to take to set yourself up for financial success after nursing school.
- [Wound Care Improves with Exudate Management](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/07/wound-care-improves-with-exudate-management/) - As a nurse for years, exudate management of wounds was always a big part of my daily patient care routine. ALLEVYN Life Foam Dressing is a life saver.
- [Managing Exudate Improves Wound Care and Costs](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/07/managing-exudate-improves-wound-care-and-costs-2/) - Managing exudate improves wound care and costs while increasing patient satisfaction. The challenge for nurses is to meet patient needs and manage the costs.
- [The Nursing Site Honors](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/07/the-nursing-site-honors/) - I was very happy to receive an email yesterday listing TheNursingSite.com as one of 27 Best Nursing Blogs for 2022. See the 9 Best Nurse Bloggers Around.
- [Amazon Prime Day Deals for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/07/amazon-prime-day-deals-for-nurses/) - Amazon Prime Day Deals for nurses offer 20%+ discounts
- [How key nursing trends for 2022 are evolving](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/06/how-key-nursing-trends-for-2022-are-evolving/) - How key nursing trends for 2022 are evolving in respect to the pandemic, nursing shortage, public health and emergency preparedness and health equity.
- [Always a Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/always-a-nurse/) - As Nurses Month comes to a close .... Enjoy! From ZDoggMD As Nurses Month comes to a close .... Enjoy! From ZDoggMD
- [Nurses in the News - Let's Catch Up](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/06/nurses-in-the-news/) - Nurses in the News - Let's play catch up here with some important information and links... Well it's been anther couple of pretty stressful weeks. With all of the devastating mass shootings across the country, and COVID rearing it's ugly head again in several areas. And now we're seeing the beginnings of a Monkey Pox Nurses in the News - Let's play catch up here with some important information and links...
- [For Robb Elementary.....](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/for-robb-elementary/)
- [Give Away Error - please resend](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/give-away-error-please-resend/) - If you emailed your entry to TheNursingSite yesterday (5/12) please be sure to send another entry! The link was in error. IT HAS BEEN FIXED NOW. Shades of how my day went! Please resend email to TheNursingSite link. If you didn't already enter.... enter today. See rules in yesterday's post Thank YOU!!!
- [Nurses Week Concludes with Give Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/nurses-week-concludes-with-give-aways/) - This year, Nurses Week concludes with Give Aways. May 12 is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) and it marks the conclusion of Nurses Week every year.
- [Nurses Week Give Aways Delayed](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/nurses-week-give-aways-delayed/) - My apologies, but our Internet service has been out for long hours today due to winds. I will back in the AM and set up the Nurses Week Give Aways and will leave the contest open through the rest of the week.
- [Self Care Matters!](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/self-care-matters/) - Self Care Matters! No one taught you this in nursing school although it should be part of Nursing 101! The past 2 years have taught us that it is vital
- [History of Nurses Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/history-of-nurses-week/) - Let's take a look at the History of Nurses Week and some of the individual days to Celebrate Nursing... National Nurses Week is a time for nurses to be honored and recognized as a profession for the work that they do and the commitment and contributions they make to their communities. Cities and counties throughout
- [Happy Mother's Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/happy-mothers-day-4/) - Often Mother's Day falls somewhere within Nurses Week which makes it a double-good celebration. Whether you are a mother or not, we all have had mothers. I hope you have all had time to celebrate with your loved ones or had some great phone calls or Face Times. I hope you're enjoying your Nurses Week.
- [Happy Nurses Day 2022!](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/05/happy-nurses-day-2022/) - Happy Nurses Day and Week 2022! Thank you to each and every one of you for ALL that you do. It has been an impossible couple of years and we've all been through the wringer! Never before has it been more important to stop and smell the roses. To enjoy a beautiful sunset or sunrise
- [Spring Holidays](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/04/spring-holidays/) - I hope everyone had a great Easter, Passover, Ramadan or whatever you celebrate this time of year! I read that it's once every 33 years that these three holidays coincide. My fourth grandchild was born last week too. He's absolutely adorable, and after some bumps in the road, they all emerged from the birthing process
- [We Need More Nurses in Congress](https://thenursingsite.com/2022/04/we-need-more-nurses-in-congress/) - Healthcare has been through the wringer in the past 2 years from COVID-19. In the US there have been almost 82 Million cases and over 1.9 Million deaths. So very many Americans are living with long reaching effects of having had COVID. The widespread misinformation from the very beginning and even now has cost Americans
- [Happy Holidays and New Year!](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/12/2628/)
- [Review - The Nurse Gift Set](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/11/review-the-nurse-gift-set/) - I was recently gifted a review set of The Nurse Gift Set to review. It consists of approximately 12 X 15 inch zippered insulated canvas bag, a 20 oz stainless-steel thermal insulated cup with safe sipping lid, and a 10 X 4 X 2 inch zippered hard stethoscope holder which can house other nursing supplies
- [How To Reduce and Manage Stress During Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/11/how-to-reduce-and-manage-stress-during-nursing-school/) - Between assignments, exams, labs, clinicals, and trying to balance a social life, there’s no doubt that nursing school causes students an immense amount of stress. Learning how to manage and reduce stress in nursing school is essential. Studies show that nursing students experience a higher level of stress compared to students studying other health sciences.
- [Nursing Essentials: What to Bring to Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/11/nursing-essentials-what-to-bring-to-nursing-school/) - Nursing Essentials: What to Bring to Nursing School. Learn what tools will help you the most.
- [Happy Halloween!](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/10/happy-halloween/) - Happy Halloween! Hope everyone is enjoying a safe and happy holiday!
- [How Assisted-Living Facilities Endangered Patients During the Pandemic](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/09/how-assisted-living-facilities-endangered-patients-during-the-pandemic/) - A guest post by Farlyn Lucas Last year, as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the United States and the globe, nursing homes around the nation became some of the deadliest, most dangerous places to be for elderly citizens. Eighteen months later, over 185,000 long-term care residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities have died,
- [Thought for today](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/09/2522/) - Keep moving forward!
- [Honors for TheNursingSite.com](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/09/honors-for-thenursingsite-com/) - I am always honored and humbled to be honored for the contribution TheNursingSite.com makes to the nursing community. A big Thank You to IntelyCare.com for their honor. They are taking the salute to the blogs a step further and offering some nice prizes. I would be very honored if you would all kindly click on
- [Coping with Compassion Fatigue: Tips to Rescue Yourself and Find Joy in Nursing Again](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/08/coping-with-compassion-fatigue-tips-to-rescue-yourself-and-find-joy-in-nursing-again/) - By Elizabeth Knight, PhD, DNP, FNP-C You're dreading your next shift, and as you stare at the ceiling waiting for sleep, you think about calling out sick again. Work is not going well-- everything and everyone is getting on your nerves. You get there late and don't have time to get organized. You keep losing track
- [4 Tips to Survive and Thrive in Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/06/4-tips-to-survive-and-thrive-in-nursing-school/) - The road to becoming a nurse is not an easy one. But for those who make it through the struggles, the rewards are plentiful. Depending on which qualification you are working toward, your nursing school journey could last as little as one year or as many as eight. In any case, though, being a nursing
- [Amazon Prime Day Deals](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/06/amazon-prime-day-deals/) - It's Amazon Prime Day Deals sale June 21 and 22. Here's a link to get some pretty sweet deals. https://amzn.to/2UpFq23 (Note this is an affiliate link, and by clicking and making your purchase(s), TheNursingSite.com, as an Amazon Influencer,does earn a small percentage.) Thank you for your support. Happy Shopping!!
- [Making a Scene at the Doctor’s Office](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/06/2489/) - “What is it about the doctor’s office,” Chelsea groused, “They’re always so cold.” Of course she was right and for those in this particular kind of doctor’s office, it seemed particularly cruel. Jeff and Chelsea walked in, checked in and shuffled to the nearest double seat. “And, what’s up with the magazines from last century,”
- [Welcome New Nurse Grads to the World of Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/welcome-new-nurse-grads/) - As Nurses Month comes to a close soon, we will continue to celebrate 2021 as the Year of the Nurse. It's also graduation season and we welcome new nurse grads to the world of nursing. This past few months has been one of the most difficult times in history for nurses and all health care
- [5 Ways to Survive Your First Year as a Nurse in 2021](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/5-ways-to-survive-your-first-year-as-a-nurse-in-2021/) - The first year is rough for new nurses even during normal times. Throw an unprecedented pandemic into the mix, and it is enough to make many recent nursing school graduates second-guess their career choice. While nursing school itself is undeniably difficult, it is nothing compared to working in the field. And, in 2021, many new
- [Happy Nurses Month - Continue the Celebration of Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/happy-nurses-month-continue-the-celebration-of-nurses/) - Happy Nurses Month! Once again I want to thank all of the great sponsors who graciously donated some fabulous Nurses Week Give Aways for loyal readers. All of the winners have been selected and notified. For privacy reasons I won't reveal names but am so grateful for their loyalty!. Some familiar names among the winners.
- [Nurses Week Give Away - Medelita Scrub Jacket](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/nurses-week-give-away-medelita-scrub-jacket/) - Good morning, today's give away is from Medelita. They have generously donated an embroidered Medelita scrub jacket or lab coat of your choice. One lucky winner will receive this prize. So be sure to enter below! MY REVIEW- Medelita Scrub Jacket In March, Medelita sent me a beautiful Ionic scrub jacket to review. It fits
- [Nurses Week Give Away - Ponto Footwear](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/nurses-week-give-away-ponto-footwear/) - It's Monday and the 5th day of Nurses Week. Today we are please to offer a $50 giftcard and Free Shipping from Ponto Footwear. With a need to find a greener way, two guys Aaron & Joey set about finding a better way to make shoes for men and women. They're made of almost 100%
- [Nurses Week Give Away - Resin Art for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/2435/) - It's day 4 of Nurses Week 2021 and we have another great Give Away today. It's resin art designed for nurses with nurse key chain charms and coasters/ring or trinket trays with nurse charms embedded. Resin art is extremely popular and this is made special just for nurses. First of all Happy Mother's Day to
- [Nurses Week Give Away - Beanie Sleeper](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/nurses-week-give-away-beanie-sleeper/) - Please NOTE: The technical issue with the Entry Form has been solved! If you entered Thursday or Friday, please Contact Me and I will give you 2 extra chance entries. Getting started a little late today as the entry form was not working, but it's fixed now! After the day I had yesterday, I needed
- [Fire Department Coffee - Nurses Week Give Away](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/fire-department-coffee-nurses-week-give-away/) - Fire Department Coffee will provide our first big Give-Away for Nurses Week 2021. We have 2 twelve ounce packages of coffee available for today's give-away. You can get either beans or ground coffee. They have some of the most delicious coffees. Please see our review of this great coffee. Fire Department Coffee During National Nurses
- [Nurses Week Give-Aways - May 6-12 2021](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/nurses-week-give-aways-may-6/) - It's Nurses Day, May 6 and time to begin our 6 days of Nurses Week Give Aways. Due to COVID 19 the Year of the Nurse celebration was stunted in 2020, and continues again this year. The American Nurses Association has deemed May 2021 as Nurses Month. The theme for week one is Self Care.
- [Graduating Nursing School in 2021? 5 Ways to Set Yourself Apart from the Rest](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/05/graduatingnursingschoolin2021/) - If you are graduating nursing school in 2021, it is important to focus on your future and take steps to set yourself apart. You have already faced incredible challenges head-on and, if you’ve made it this far, nothing can stop you. Keep reading to discover a few ways to set yourself apart from the rest.
- [How Should Nurses Handle Job Interview Questions About Stress](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/04/how-should-nurses-handle-job-interview-questions-about-stress/) - So how should nurses handle job interview questions about stress? If you are a nurse, you will already be well aware that you have one of the toughest jobs in the world. You have to provide much-needed care while communicating with a variety of other people, including doctors, healthcare professionals, patients and their families. In
- [Sneak Peak at Nurses Week Gifts and Give Aways 2021](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/04/sneak-peak-at-nurses-week-gifts-and-give-aways-2021/) - Nurses Week is celebrated in the US every year from May 6-12. Worldwide, the celebration varies but is sometime during those dates. May 6 is Nurses Day, and May 12 is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale. The Year of the Nurse and Midwife was set for 2020 in honor of the 200th
- [Nursing Informatics: The Best Work-From-Home Career for a Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/04/nursing-informatics-the-best-work-from-home-career-for-a-nurse/) - I have one of the best nursing careers in the world right now: I get to work from home with incredibly smart people, and my opinion is valued because I am a nurse. What do I do? I am an Informatics Nurse. I became an Informatics Nurse just over 10 years ago, at a time
- [Fire Department Coffee is Delicious](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/03/fire-department-coffee/) - I recently received some terrific coffee to review. I got two bean samples, the Original Medium Roast coffee and the Vanilla Bean Bourbon infused coffee from the Fire Department Coffee Company. This company was founded and owned by a Veteran turned firefighter and is run by firefighters. In fact they give back by donating 10%
- [Nurses Share COVID-19 Experiences](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/03/nurses-share-covid-19-experiences/)
- [Try the Beanie Sleeper](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/02/try-the-beanie-sleeper/) - I was offered a Beanie Sleeper to try out and as I'm sure you all understand, life has been hectic and stressful. I was somewhat reluctant to try it because I get HOT when I sleep and it wakes me up! Anything on my head holds in my body heat and makes me hot faster.
- [Changing focus from withdrawal of care to comfort care](https://thenursingsite.com/2021/01/changing-the-focus-from-withdrawal-of-care-to-comfort-care/) - With so much death and debility caused by the Coronavirus COVID-19 over the past 9-12 months the terms “withdrawing care” or “withdrawal of care” have become notorious in health care. They’re such harsh terms for such a sacred path. The end of life should be calm and comfortable and peaceful and not feel like a
- [Florence Nightingale, Feminist](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/12/florence-nightingale-feminist/) - A guest post by Judith Lissauer Cromwell As Covid-19 continues to ravage the planet, The World Health Organization’s naming of 2020 as The Year of the Nurse to honor the two hundredth anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth is singularly apt. Most people have heard of Nightingale. Not all know why. Born (May 12, 1820) into
- [Earn Nursing ceus from NursingCECentral](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/12/nursing-ceus-from-nursingcecentral/) - Continuing education for nurses is a requirement to renew nursing licenses for RNs and LPN/LVNs as well as Advanced Practice RNs in most US states and territories. The number of units varies from state to state as set by the state's Board of Nursing. Some states have specific required courses that cover such topics as
- [New from KQ Digital Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/11/2286/) - Home Health Care Planner New from KQ Digital Nurse - two new downloads to help make your life and career easier. One is a daily planner designed specifically for home health care nurses and therapists. It's a digital download. Print as many of the specific pages as you need. It includes a 4-year calendar page,
- [Product Review:New Butter Face Mask Friction and Lip Balm](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/11/product-review-new-butter-face-mask-friction-and-lip-balm/) - I was recently provided the opportunity to test and review a product for mask friction and lip balm from Butter Face USA. I was reluctant at first because my skin is hyper sensitive and although I do wear a mask at work and whenever I'm out running errands, I don't wear one as much as
- [How Can Nurses Protect Their Emotional Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Pandemic?](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/11/how-can-nurses-protect-their-emotional-wellbeing-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the lives of nurses in every country of the world. Indeed, due to the very nature of their work, nurses are usually among the first to witness the tragedies caused by this disease. Moreover, they also risk being exposed to infection whenever they treat a patient with the coronavirus. In
- [How to Navigate COVID-19 as a Travel Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/09/https-thenursingsite-com-p2263/) - Guest post from Debbie Swanson Travel nursing was already complicated to begin with, and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has only made it even more complex. Some nurses were swamped with assignments while others’ work dried up. Moving became vastly more difficult, and hospital best practices change seemingly every day. In the midst of this, travel
- [More Great New Nursing Book Reviews](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/09/more-nurse-book-reviews/) - These are reviews of two great new nursing books. Add them to you library. I recently asked a friend to review a couple of new nursing books for us. Thank you Mark Graham. Glad your Internet has been restored from Hurricane Laura. It's All In the Delivery-Improving Healthcare Starting With a Single Conversation Anthony J.
- [One of the 9 best nurse bloggers around for 2020](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/08/one-of-the-9-best-nurse-bloggers-around-for-2020/) - I am humbled and honored to be informed that I was selected as one of the 9 best nurse bloggers around by Berxi a division of Bershire Hataway Specialty Insurance. They chose 27 nursing related blogs in multiple categories to honor in 2020. There are so many wonderful nursing blogs to chose from and it's
- [Because we care it won't ever get easier](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/08/2230_because-we-care/) - This is an affiliate link and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.
- [Nurses need to stand up and be heard](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/07/nursesneedtostandupandbeheard/) - Sorry I kind of took a few weeks off to deal with the COVID-19 impact on my family. Hope you all are well and safe. This issue with COVID-19 has been a struggle for nurses and healthcare workers everywhere, and there isn't any real light at the end of the tunnel. There are a few
- [Top 100 Nursing Blogs](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/06/top-100-blogs-for-nurses/) - I am honored and humbled to be listed with so many fabulous nursing blogs as one of the Top 100 Nursing Blogs of 2020 That Matter from Nursebuff.com. Please be sure to check out this list and share on your social media. And please subscribe to their newsletter. Thank you Nursebuff.com!
- [Happy Nurses Month - Freebies and Discounts](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/05/happy-nurses-month-freebies-and-discounts/) - Everyone is used to Nurses Week from May 6-12 each year, but in honor of the WHO's designation of 2020 as the Year of the Nurse, May was also designated Nurses Month. Nurses are in the news constantly for their heroic measures in the war against COVID19. Here are some important links to Freebies and
- [Tips for Photographing Wounds](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/04/tips-for-photographing-wounds/) - Photographing wounds is an essential part of documenting quality care, complications and healing progress. A picture is worth a thousand words when it comes to accurately depict the status and progress. Hopefully, you will never regret not having that level of documentation to support your care. A photograph can serve to visually describe a wound.
- [More than one right answer - learning critical thinking skills](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/04/more_than_one_right_answer/) - For the present, the COVID19 virus has students around the world pretty much excluded from in-person, hands-on nursing programs of any sort. Although some classes have been able to carry on with online sessions, these may be even more challenging for some students who struggle with this venue. Nursing at all levels from CNA to
- [Healthy Eating for Nurses Who Work Long Hours](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/03/healthy-eating-for-nurses-who-work-long-hours/) - When you work long hours, finding time to eat healthily isn’t always easy. Grabbing dinner from a fast food joint or having pizza delivered often seems much more appealing than taking the time to prepare a healthy meal from scratch but doing so can have a detrimental impact on your long-term health. As a nurse,
- [Time to Enforce Safe Living to Defeat COVID19](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/03/covid19crisis/) - In the US we used to live in just a few years ago, the public health reporting of communicable diseases both bacterial and viral was such a very different picture from what we're seeing on the news today. We need to factor in the vast number of people who aren't being tested and realize how
- [What a way to celebrate the Year of the Nurse and Midwife!](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/03/what-a-way-to-celebrate-the-year-of-the-nurse-and-midwife/) - Misinformation about the coronavirus COVID19 has been rampant for weeks, and now that factual and informative information along with strong directives from the CDC has emerged, we're experiencing the exponential growth we've heard about in locations such as Asia, Europe, and Australia. Nurses are scrambling to meet the needs of patients in every possible setting.
- [It's the Journey](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/02/its-the-journey/) - I don't know about you, but for me, 2019 was a year I couldn't wait to see end. It was indeed one of the worst of my life. Getting past some of the dates of those worst days has been difficult too so far. Lots of PTSD. And to boot, 2020 hasn't been exactly easy
- [Honored to be Included - 40 Top Nursing Blogs of 2020](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/01/40-top-nursing-blogs-2020/) - Recently Carson-Newman University Online notified me that TheNursingSite.com has been included in their list of 40 Top Nursing Blogs of 2020. I was thrilled. You can find the blog at number 3 under General Nursing Blogs. It's always humbling and an honor to be in the company of so many great nurse bloggers and to
- [Setting Intentions for the New Year](https://thenursingsite.com/2020/01/setting-intentions-for-the-new-year/) - I hope everyone had a great holiday season! Admittedly, it was a little rough around the edges for me and my family. We had some losses of family and friends. It's probably the main reason I haven't posted in a while, but now it's time to move forward with the new year and focus on
- [BLACK FRIDAY - CYBER MONDAY SALES](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/11/black-friday-cyber-monday-sales/) - Announcing BLACK FRIDAY - CYBER MONDAY SALES for my book Exploring the Home Health Experience and my Teachable.com courses. Hurry and take advantage of these reduced prices!!! Prices are Reduced NOW at Teachable.com for: Caring for Your Aging Parents Now $12 https://kathy-quan.teachable.com/p/caring-for-your-aging-parents/ Documentation Basics for Skilled Home Health Care Individual license only is $25 for
- [New Edition: Home Health Aide Instructor Manual](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/10/marrelli-hha-instructor-manual/) - I was privileged to receive a review copy of the Home Health Aide: Guidelines for Care, Instructor Manual Third Edition, ©2020. I can’t say enough about this manual, I love every aspect of it! The manual is comprehensive and lives up to high standards typically associated with Tina Marrelli. Tina is often referred to as
- [Understanding the Stages of Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Guide for Caregivers](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/09/understanding-the-stages-of-pulmonary-fibrosis-a-guide-for-caregivers/) - What is Pulmonary Fibrosis? By Brenda Kimble Pulmonary fibrosis (PF) is a respiratory disease where the lungs slowly lose the ability to function due to scarring. This scarring causes the passageways to become thick and hard, which inhibits the lung's ability to move oxygen through the walls of the alveoli and into the bloodstream. Patients
- [When it Comes to Population Health, the Answer is Motivation](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/09/when-it-comes-to-population-health-the-answer-is-motivation/) - It was no great leap for Austin Regional Clinic to embrace the concept of population health, an approach that aims to improve the health of groups of people, particularly those with more medically complex conditions. Our medical group was founded on those principles back in 1980, when no one ever heard of the term. Over
- [Please Support The National Nurse Act](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/08/please-support-the-national-nurse-act/) - The National Nurse Act for Public Health (HR 1597 and S 696) are important Identical bills before both the Senate and the House of Representatives. The act would designate an already funded position, the Chief Nurse Officer of the USPHS to be the National Nurse for Public Health, and give nurses a huge voice in
- [Creating Confusion with Nursing Jargon](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/06/creating-confusion-with-nursing-jargon/) - I want to share a funny anecdote to demonstrate the art of communication. Recently a Nurse Manager friend at a nearby agency shared that one of her staff nurses was asking for help with a patient whose loved ones were demanding hydration for their dad who is no longer eating or drinking fluids. He's terminally
- [Debunking Three Common Travel Nursing Myths](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/06/debunking_three_common_travel_nursing_myths/) - The demand for nurses growing – the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects that employment opportunities for nurses will grow by 15% through 2026; that’s more than 400,000 new nursing jobs. Growing parallel to that demand is the need for travel nurses. Hospitals and facilities across the country are hiring more and more travel nurses
- [Don't Forget to Enter 2019 Nurses Week Give-Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/dont-forget-to-enter-2019-nurses-week-give-aways/) - Don't forget to enter to win a great 2019 Nurses Week Give-Away from TheNursingSite.com. Update:DEADLINE EXTENDED!! You have until midnight TUESDAY 5/14/19! [wpforms id="2003"]
- [2019 Day 7 Nurses Week -- Happy Birthday Flo](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/2019-day-7-nurses-week-happy-birthday-flo/) - As Nurses Week comes to an end and we celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, I hope you have said Thank you to your colleagues and managers. I hope you have celebrated with them all that you do collectively to make a difference for your patients. Take time for YOU today, even
- [2019 Day 6 Nurses Week - More Give Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/2019-day-6-nurses-week-more-give-aways/) - As Nurses Week winds down I do hope that you have taken time to honor YOU! To say thank you to YOU for all that YOU do and to thank those around you who help you so that you can continue to do so. I've seen many postings on social media about nurses being disappointed
- [2019 Day 5 Nurses Week -- More Give-Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/2019-day-5-nurses-week-more-give-aways/) - It's now Day 5 of Nurses Week. If you missed the free webinar from the ANA, 2019 National Nurses Week Webinar | Nurses4Us: Elevating the Profession! I strongly suggest you watch the replay. It was a very well done presentation with some uplifting points. You have to register and can get free ceus, but just
- [2019 Day 4 - Nurses Week -- Give Aways Begin](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/2019-day-4-nurses-week-give-aways-begin/) - I am so thrilled to announce some great Give-Aways from my friend Tina Marrelli. Tina has a new app available for hospice care planning and she's donating the Red Book Hospice Care Planning App with a 1 year subscription to the app for all of the great add on features such as using pre-written care
- [2019 Nurses Week - Day 3](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/2019-nurses-week-day-3/) - Wednesday May 8 is National Student Nurse Day and since it's the Wednesday of Nurses Week it's also National School Nurse Day. Let's all celebrate ALL nursing students and school nurses today! Take a moment to think back to your nursing school days. How far have you come since then? Remember all of the lives
- [2019 Nurses Week Day 2](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/2019-nurses-week-day-2/) - Happy Nurses Week Day 2 There are MANY freebies and discounts for Nurses this week. Please be sure to check in your local newspapers or Google Nurses Week Deals [your city]. You may need special codes and or to show your nurses license. Remember this is about Celebrating YOU! You make a difference in your
- [Happy Nurses Week!](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/05/happy-nurses-week-2/) - Today is Nurses Day and it's all about YOU! Whether or not you receive a gift or a meal or a token thank you from your employer, you need to take the time to reflect on YOU. Why you became a nurse. What motivates you to continue? And thank about ALL of the times you
- [Top Five Financial Moves for Nursing Graduates](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/04/top-five-financial-moves-for-nursing-graduates/) - Congratulations! You’ve finished nursing school, and now you are on your way to your dream career helping people and saving lives along with a good salary (and some student debt). Nursing is a very lucrative career with the national average salary in 2018 for a Registered Nurse (“RN”) of $68,450/year[1] and increasing! Of course, this
- [4 Million Reasons to Celebrate Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/03/4-million-reasons-to-celebrate-nursing/) - May 6-12 each year is National Nurses Week. This year (2019) it begins on a Monday and ends on Sunday. The American Nurses Association theme is 4 Million Reasons to Celebrate. Learn more about Nurses Week and ways to make your celebration special. If your facility or agency is not planning anything special, it's not
- [New IOS APP for Hospice Care Planning from Tina Marrelli](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/03/new-ios-app-for-hospice-care-planning-from-tina-marrelli/) - If you've worked in home health care or hospice for any length of time, I'm quite sure you've heard of and read any one of Tina Marelli's terrific books for providing quality care to your patients. The Handbook of Home Health Standards; Quality, Documentation and Reimbursement is known to many as THE book for any
- [May the Luck of the Irish be With You!](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/03/may-the-luck-of-the-irish-be-with-you/)
- [Why Nursing Is the Ultimate Job for People Who Love to Travel](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/02/1867travelnursing/) - If you love to travel and are looking for the perfect job to help you pursue your passion for adventure, you might want to consider a career in nursing. Nursing is a great way to earn good pay, enjoy ample time off, and build a career that fosters your passion for travel. Consider the following
- [Kindle Countdown Sale for Home Health Book Starts January 31](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/01/kindle-countdown-sale-for-home-health-book-starts-january-31/) - Anyone interested in learning more about intermittent skilled home healthcare should explore this deal. My book, Exploring the Home Health Care Experience, is available in Kindle format for 99 cents for 7 days only: From 8AM PST January 31, 2019 through 12PM February 7, 2019 (Regular Kindle price is $9.99) It's a KINDLE COUNTDOWN DEAL
- [Review: Tina Marrelli Does it Again!](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/01/review-tina-marrelli-does-it-again/) - I was thrilled to "meet" Tina Marrelli this past year through emails. She has always inspired me as a home health care nurse and as an author of the best books to guide us through the day-to-day caregiving and documentation. As anyone who has ever experienced home health care knows, the documentation is endless and
- [All You Ever Wanted to Know About Being a Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/01/all-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-being-a-nurse/) - Nursing is one of the most satisfying and rewarding career paths out there, and that’s no hollow talk. In fact, a survey from AMN Healthcare showed that nurses are, by and large, satisfied with their career choice, with around 85 percent of nurses reporting emphatic job satisfaction. With a looming shortage of both registered nurses
- [Understanding the Legal Issues that Could Affect your Nursing License](https://thenursingsite.com/2019/01/understanding-the-legal-issues-that-could-affect-your-nursing-license/) - If you’ve come to find yourself in the unfortunate situation of being arrested, you’re probably scared and filled with anxiety. It’s a terrible experience for anyone. Worse yet, you find out that your career may be on the line all due to an honest mistake. As a nursing professional, it’s important to understand the rules
- [Nursing Site Awards](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/12/nursing-site-awards/) - I've been very busy with projects this last quarter and with transitioning the blog, I've been remiss in acknowledging our peers and supporters who have honored the site such as: OnlineNursingDegree.com: And NurseRecruiter.com: Many thanks for the accolades! Please be sure to chack out these lists! There are some truly exceptional blogs to read! ~Kathy
- [Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/12/have-a-safe-and-happy-holiday-season/)
- [8 Ways to Perk Up Patients During the Holidays](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/12/8-ways-to-perk-up-patients-during-the-holidays/) - Patient or nurse, no one chooses to be in the hospital over the holidays—but sometimes it can’t be helped. If you’d like to help cheer up your patients but aren’t sure how, we’ve rounded up eight ideas to help you perk them up over the holidays. And don’t be surprised if these acts of kindness
- [Johnson & Johnson Honors Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/12/johnson-johnson-honors-nurses/) - https://youtu.be/jijOJVi12cw
- [Giving Thanks](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/11/giving-thanks/) - I have been missing for a few weeks now. My hometown was pillaged by a mass murder followed less than 12 hours by fires on both sides that devastated an acreage larger than the city of Denver. The fires are finally 100% contained and the healing and rebuilding begins. My home was safe and my
- [You Never Learn it All in Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/11/you-never-learn-it-all-in-nursing-school/) - In glancing through my emails this morning I discovered something new I didn't know and it serves to support my position that you never learn everything in nursing school because technology and patient care are constantly evolving. According to a blog post on Lippincott's NursingCenter Blog, the Trendelenburg position is no longer considered a safe
- [Can a Nurse Do That?](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/11/can-a-nurse-do-that/) - Advances in technology provide practitioners many new and alternative avenues for patient care and treatment. Nurses never learn everything in nursing school, there simply isn't enough time for one thing, and advances in care and treatment continue to evolve everyday. There are many more procedures nurses are allowed to do, but they must be adequately
- [Please VOTE](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/11/please-vote/) - There is much at stake in any election, but this one has a whole LOT at stake. Health care is one of the main issues and what happens to it in the next 2 years is up to us now. What happens to our health care affects our jobs, our practice, our patients, our loved
- [We're Transitioning](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/10/were-transitioning/) - I'm combining TheNursingSite.com and TheNursingSiteBlog.com and transitioning to WordPress. It's going to be a work in progress for awhile. Please subscribe to our newsletter and I'll keep you updated as we move along.Anyone who subscribed prior to this move has been added to the list.
- [Seven Tips for Starting Nursing School with a Full-Time Job](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/10/seven-tips-for-starting-nursing-schoo/) - By Deborah Swanson If you’re contemplating working full-time during nursing school or you’re already struggling to balance these commitments, read on for seven tips to stay sane while going to nursing school and holding down a full-time job. 1. Find a flexible job Maybe you’re lucky enough to already have a flexible job: You can
- [NurseCEO Success Summit a Huge Hit!](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/10/nurseceo-success-summit-huge-hi/) - Yesterday I had the honor of participating in the NurseCEO Success Summit in Los Angeles. The discussion centered around nurses building businesses beyond the bedside. The mission was "to educate, inspire, and empower nurses to be successful entrepreneurs, business owners, and business leaders." It was clearly fulfilled, and then some! Several of the participants and
- [National Register to Vote Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/09/national-register-to-vote-day/) - Today (Sept. 25,2018) is National Register to Vote Day. Voting is a civic duty from the time American Citizens turn 18 until they are no longer alive or capable of making an informed decision. There are NO excuses! You can also check your voter registration status. Your rights depend on your voting wherever you live.
- [Never Forget](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/09/never-forge/) - photo ©Kathy Quan No words needed. #NEVER FORGET! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({ google_ad_client: "ca-pub-6662909207833437", enable_page_level_ads: true }); window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [That Certain Patient](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/09/that-certain-patient_7/) - Dianne Cabelus-Braley www.nursingtheneighborhood.com I think it’s safe to assume many of us as nurses at one point or another have had that certain patient that we somewhere along the way became a little attached to, maybe caring about a wee bit more than the rest. I realize as a nurse this probably is
- [Best New Grad Preceptor](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/08/best-new-grad-preceptor/) - Becoming a preceptor is an honor for many nurses. Yes, it’s going to be more work and you probably won’t get out on time while you’re doing it, but it can be quite rewarding in many ways. Like any new challenge, you need to prepare, and the better you prepare, the easier and more successful
- [Flexi Clip Giveaway Winners!](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/08/flexi-clip-giveaway-winners/) - Thanks again Laurie Young for your Lilla Rose Flexi Clip Giveaway. The 2 winners are Carol Chiocchi and Josette Stegmair. Congrats! Laurie will be in touch with each of you. Enjoy your Flexi Clip! Thanks for all the great entries. If you didn't win, I hope you'll keep Laurie in mind and support her business.
- [Flexi Clip Give Away](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/08/flexi-clip-give-away/) - Hello! My name is Laurie Young. I have close friends and family members in the nursing field and have always admired their patience, gentleness, and genuine hearts. I know you are under-acknowledged and under-appreciated which is why I am so excited that you are discovering the world of Lilla Rose and even more that I
- [Nurse CEO Success Summit in Los Angeles](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/08/nurse-ceo-success-summit-in-los-angeles/) - I'm excited to be a speaker at the Nurse CEO Success Summit in Los Angeles on September 29, 2018! The event will bring business experts together to share how they have hacked technology to create a better business, process, environment, or world! All entrepreneurs are welcome to come! I hope to see you there. http://www.nurseceo.co/successsummit
- [Life-Work Balance and Self Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/08/life-work-balance-and-self-care/) - In keeping with the self-care theme this week, I would like to bring your attention to a terrific Work/Life Balance Guide I received a link to a few days ago. From GroomandStyle.com, this guide to decreasing stress is just what nurses need! There are tons of ideas to work on and ways to gain control
- [Smiling sorrow – The repercussions of masking chronic anxiety](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/08/smiling-sorrow-repercussions-of-masking/) - Guest Post from Ariel Taylor Many people outwardly display happiness and exuberance. In reality, they may be concealing inner turmoil and depression. Depressive people fear that others may notice they’re flawed personalities. They fear people close to them may become judgmental if the depth and intensity of depression is revealed. People try to avoid being
- [Top 10 States for Nurse Salaries when Compared to Cost of Living](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/07/top-10-states-for-nurse-salaries-when/) - Sharing some valuable info... According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for RNs nationwide is $70,000, while for LPNs it's $45,030. You may be wondering, in which states can I do better than that, and what type of expenses should Iexpect? EasyNCLEX.com, a provider of NCLEX exam
- [Nurse Entrepreneurs Helping Nurses Find Direction in Their Career Paths](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/06/nurse-entrepreneurs-helping-nurses-find/) - I recently sat down with a couple of nurse entrepreneurs to talk a bit about me and my nursing career, but also about nursing in general and hopefully provided some insights for those considering a career in nursing or looking for a new path for their nursing career. Health care is a challenging industry to
- [Confidentiality and Social Media Don't Mix Well](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/06/confidentiality-and-social-media-don/) - I wrote an article several years ago on the subject of confidentiality in nursing. It has since disappeared from the site I wrote it for. It deserves updating now as it continues to be a big part of medical ethics. Technology continues to change our lives and social media and confidentiality do not mix well.
- [Have a Safe and Happy Memorial Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/have-safe-and-happy-memorial-day/) - (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({ google_ad_client: "ca-pub-6662909207833437", enable_page_level_ads: true }); window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [2018 Nurses Week Give Away Winners](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-give-away-winners/) - As promised, I have randomly selected winners of our generously donated Nurses Week Give Aways. This year we had far more entries than prizes and our social media hits were off the charts compared to previous years. This all means it was quite successful for all! Nurses Inspire, Innovate Influence. Thanks to all who entered.
- [Happy Mother's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/happy-mothers-day/) - Happy Mother's Day! photo: https://www.pexels.com/photo/red-dahlia-flower-60597/ ~ Kathy window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [2018 Nurses Week Day 7](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-day-7/) - Wow I hope you have had a fabulous Nurses Week! Never forget to honor yourself for ALL that you do for everyone. I hope you all had a chance to see this post. It says so much about who we are as nurses and why we do what we do.... Today, we prepare for Mother's
- [2018 Nurses Week Day 6](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-day-6/) - It's Friday of Nurses Week -- TGIF!!! I have a couple of things to share with you before we get to the Give Away for today. First here's a nice compilation of Discounts and Freebies for Nurses anytime. We can always appreciate saving a little money or time! NursingCE.com, for whom I also write, has
- [2018 Nurses Week - Day 5](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-day-5/) - It's Thursday of Nurses Week. Just another day in the life of a nurse. Remember to replenish often and take care of YOU. You cannot pour from an empty pot! You have to know that what you do makes a difference. Your patient may not even know it yet, but he'll figure it out. Probably
- [2018 Nurses Week - Day 4](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-day-4/) - Nurses Week is also a time to reflect on the nursing profession and how we can work together to improve working conditions as well as quality patient care. Staffing ratios are one of the biggest issues we all face in any field, but especially true in hospital care. Advocate for Nurses Nurses Take DC is
- [2018 Nurses Week Give Aways - Day 3](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-give-aways-day-3/) - Wow it's Day 3 of our Nurses Week Give Aways. Don't forget to register for the ANA webinar. Today is the last day to do so. What have you been doing to honor yourself this week? Take time for you. Even if it's just a moment. Recognize YOU for all that you do for everyone!
- [2018 Nurses Week - Give Away Day 2](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-nurses-week-give-away-day-2/) - How was your Nurses Day? I hope you got some good food and maybe a token something to recognize all that you do. Remember, Nurses Week is about celebrating ourselves and the difference we make for others. If no one remembered to say Thank You to you.... say it yourself!!! And say it to your
- [Nurses Week 2018 Give Aways: Scrubs!](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/nurses-week-2018-give-aways-scrubs/) - Happy National Nurses Day! I want each of you to do something special just for YOU today! Nursing is a field where we have to make and find our own rewards in what we do everyday and how we make a difference for someone every day. We don't always get thank you's, and don't often
- [2018 National Nurses Week Give Aways: the Rules](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/2018-national-nurses-week-give-aways/) - National Nurses Week begins tomorrow, May 6 and runs through May 12. May 6 is National Nurses Day and May 12 is Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Other days during the week have significance as well and it coincides with Teacher’s Week. So we happily celebrate people who make a difference in the lives of others. This
- [Honor Yourself This Nurses Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/honor-yourself-this-nurses-week/) - Get your own Rocketium Account. Disclaimer this is an affiliate account. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Free ANA Webinar for Nurses Week 2018](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/05/free-ana-webinar-for-nurses-week-2018/) - The American Nurses Association once again offers a free webinar for Nurses Week. The webinar will be presented on Wednesday, May 9 at 1:00 PM ET. The 2018 webinar is entitled Emerging Technology and Its Impact on Nursing Practice and is presented thanks to an educational grant from the American Nurses Foundation. The webinar covers
- [Supporting Nursing Moms at Work: How These 9 Medical Centers Answered the Call](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/04/supporting-nursing-moms-at-work-how/) - Supporting Nursing Moms at Work: How These Nine Medical Centers Answered the Call By Deborah Swanson Spring 2018 An interesting juxtaposition has emerged in the last 50 or so years: most major health organizations agreed that breast milk is the best source of nutrition for infants, and at the same time, more moms invested in
- [Are You Ready for Nurses Week?](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/04/are-you-ready-for-nurses-week/) - Nurses Week 2018 is rapidly approaching. May 6-12 each year is set aside to honor the nursing profession. The American Nurses Association theme for 2018 is Nurses Inspire Innovate Influence. This certainly captures nursing and what nurses do every day! It should be an easy theme to build your celebration around. Every year I hear
- [Couponcode.ng Honors TheNursingSIteBlog.com in Top 35 Nursing Blogs](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/03/couponcodeng-honors-thenursingsiteblogc/) - Many thanks to Couponcode.ng for honoring TheNursingSiteBlog.com as one of the Top 35 Nursing Blogs for 2018. We are always honored and humbled to be listed among great nursing blogs. Check out their list. There are some fantastic resources.
- [Seeking Sponsors for 2018 Nurses Week Give Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/03/seeking-sponsors-for-2018-nurses-week/) - National Nurses Week is celebrated annually May 6-12. For the past nine years TheNursingSiteBlog.com has sponsored give aways to honor our nurse readers. We have had some great sponsors in the past and I'm looking for new and old sponsors to join us in celebrating nurses in 2018. Sponsors Needed If you have: a book
- [Nightingale Tribute for an Angel Who Leaves Us](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/03/nightingale-tribute-for-angel-who/) - A couple of weeks ago an angel left us. We were very blessed to know her and to call her our friend. At her memorial service I heard the Nightingale Tribute for the first time. A colleague gave a beautiful reading in tribute to our friend. RIP Arlene. I was surprised to have not heard
- [FREE ANA Webinar: Surviving Bullying](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/03/free-ana-webinar-surviving-bullying/) - The American Nurses Association is presenting a FREE live interactive webinar on Thursday, April 26, 2018 from 1-2:30PM ET, entitled How to Survive Bullies during Your Early Years as an RN According to the email, this webinar will help you to: Recognize the common causes of bullying among nurses Spot the tactics a bully uses
- [Stay Away from Stomach Virus!](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/03/stay-away-from-stomach-virus/) - I hope that none of you end up with the terrible stomach virus spreading across the country. Most everyone I know who has had it says they have never been so sick. Well I remember a flu in the 1950’s that was worse, but this was one of the worst things I’ve had since then.Read
- [Nurse.org Names the Nursing Site Blog One of the 2018 Top 50 Blogs for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/01/nurseorg-names-nursing-site-bkog-one-of/) - I am honored and humbled to be a part of this list. Nurse.org is one of my favorite blogs and they set the bar high. This list of 2018 Top 50 Blogs for Nurses is a fabulous compilation of talented nurses and writers. You must check out every single one of the blogs. I guarantee
- [All Seasons Uniforms Scrubs Contest Winner Announced](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/01/all-seasons-uniforms-scrubs-contes/) - Congrats to our Scrubs Contest winner Melissa Missy who posted her comment on The Nursing Site Group on Facebook. One scrubs top and scrubs pants from Fashion Seal Healthcare Superior Uniform Group have been donated by All Seasons Uniforms. Thanks so much for your support! And many thanks to all who entered our contest on
- [Unisex Scrubs Give Away from All Seasons Uniforms](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/01/unisex-scrubs-give-away-from-a/) - As promised, we have a great Unisex Scrubs Give Away this week from All Seasons Uniforms. All you need to do to enter is comment on right here on this blog post why you'd like to win these scrubs. Keep it short and simple. ** If you prefer, you can write your comment on our
- [Coming Next Week: Scrubs Give Away](https://thenursingsite.com/2018/01/coming-next-week-scrubs-give-away/) - I am thrilled to announce that All Seasons Uniforms has graciously offered us a set of Unisex Scrubs for a Give Away contest which we will run next week. The scrubs are made by Fashion Seal Healthcare Superior Uniform Group and offer 18 beautiful colors plus white. They range in size from XS to 5X.
- [16 Years Running Nurses Most Honest, Ethical Professionals](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/12/16-years-running-nurses-most-hones/) - For the 16th year in a row, nurses were rated the most ethical and honest professionals by the Gallup Poll. Nurses outpaced 21 other professionals to top this list. Gallup began this poll in 1999 and every year except for 2001 when firefighters were honored, nurses have topped the list. Members of Congress and lobbyists
- [Happy Holidays!](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/12/happy-holidays/) - December always seems to be on steroids and speed! It just flies by. I hope you're having a happy holiday season with your loved ones. Don't forget to stop and breathe! Take a moment to reflect. Holidays are always crazy times and being a nurse makes it even crazier! Make memories and enjoy the craziness.
- [NursingCE.com Launches with New CE Courses for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/12/nursingcecom-launches-with-new-ce/) - I want to bring to your attention a new nursing continuing education website from ATI Nursing Education, NursingCE.com. They offer courses you can explore for free and then pay for only if you're interested in the ceus for that course. The website launched Dec. 11. Check it out. There's also many great articles on the
- [6 Sleep Tips for Night Shift Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/12/6-tips-to-sleep-tips-for-night-shif/) - By Aaron Alstrom Night shifts are a polarizing thing for nurses. Some nurses love them, some nurses hate them, and others are simply paying their dues on the night shift until they can switch to the day shift. It’s a rite of passage for nurses; there’s a lot to learn at night in the hospital.
- [URGENT ACTION NEEDED - Stop the Tax Bill from Taking Away Health Insurance!](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/11/urgent-action-needed-stop-tax-bill-fro/) - Someone said recently the problem with politics is that we've all been taught to just not discuss it rather than learning how to agree to disagree (be adults) and perhaps even educate each other about why we have our differences. There's no lack of political uproar these days no matter which side you're on. But
- [The Nurse Practitioner Will See You Now](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/11/the-nurse-practitioner-will-see-you-now/) - In case you haven’t noticed, health care is changing. By 2019 will lead to 25 million more primary care visits across the country. That’s nothing compared to the 75 million baby boomers aging into advanced care, and the 50 million among them who will need to be treated for multiple chronic conditions. Altogether, as a
- [Book Review: Physician, How Science Transformed the Art of Medicine](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/10/book-review-physician-how-science/) - In his book, Physician, How Science Transformed the Art of Medicine, Dr. Rajeev Kurapati, MD, MBA, a hospitalist at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Northern Kentucky (a member of the Mayo Clinic Center) examines the history and evolution of medicine from mystics trying to heal the ills caused by angry gods to today’s evidence based holistic
- [What is the OASIS in Home Health Care?](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/09/what-is-oasis-in-home-health-care/) - As many of you know, I have been in home health and hospice for over 35 years. I worked many years in the field seeing patients and writing plans of care. I've worked in middle management and mentored hundreds of nurses, therapists and social workers especially in documentation skills. Today I work in hospice as
- [Who Will Be Held Responsible for Nursing Home Deaths in Hurricane Irma?](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/09/who-will-be-held-responsible-for/) - I just have to rant. It sickens me to hear about nursing home residents suffering and dying in recent hurricanes. There's the haunting photo of people sitting in wheelchairs in water over their laps in the Houston area. But a later photo showed them all OK after being evacuated. At least no one died from
- [How Does an Electrocardiogram Work?](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/09/how-does-electrocardiogram-work/) - By Dsealy - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, Link I hope this post is useful especially to student nurses and to those who need to educate patients about ECG/EKGs.😊 Doctors use a test known as an electrocardiogram, also referred to as an ECG or EKG, to measure the heart’s electrical activity and detect any anomalies
- [Arrest of Utah ER Nurse is Deplorable Act!](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/09/arrest-of-utah-er-nurse-is-deplorable/) - There is a firestorm on social media about this atrocious act against a Utah ER nurse for advocating for an unconscious patient's rights. We all have a lot to learn from this issue and to take actions to prevent the same situation from happening in our own backyard! THANK YOU Alex Hubbels! Please share. window.amznpubstudioTag
- [Role of Substance Abuse Nursing in the Opioid Addiction Crisis](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/08/role-of-substance-abuse-nursing-in/) - As you know, I don't often include infographics, but opioid addiction and substance abuse is such an urgent issue and this document captures how it affects the nursing profession... "Drug abuse is a crisis for people in the United States. According to the CDC, in 2015-- alone-- more than 15,000 people died from opioid overdose.
- [Nursing Community Comes Together for One of Our Own](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/07/nursing-community-comes-together-for/) - The nursing community is huge, but it's also a very small world. I've been off tending to some family business, so I'm a little slow to get this posted, but it's an important matter and I want to be sure to spread the word. We need to come together to help our own. One of
- [New Grad Programs Grow But Not For Everyone](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/07/new-grad-programs-grow-but-not-for/) - I've been hearing a lot lately about new grad nursing programs. I'm pleased to know there are more of them cropping up. It will hopefully help us to keep new nurses in the profession. We continue to lose far too many in the first 3 years because nursing isn't what they expected it to be.
- [Budweiser | A Dream Delivered | Folds of Honor](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/07/budweiser-dream-delivered-folds-of-honor/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20"; Save
- [Thanks for the Nurses Week Give-Aways!](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/thanks-for-nurses-week-give-aways/) - Well Nurses Week was great. I hope you got a chance to listen to the ANA webcast, partake in some of the free items businesses offered, and took a moment to thank your co-workers and colleagues!! We had fewer Give-Away entrants this year than in the past, but prizes are being prepared and the recipients
- [Nurses Week 2017 - May 12](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-may-12/) - Today marks the end of Nurses Week 2017. May 12 is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale who some feel is the founder of the nursing profession. If we search into the history of nursing, the profession started long before Florence, but she brought strong clinical skills and universal precautions to nursing and
- [Nurses Week 2017 -- May 11](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-may-11/) - I hope you have been enjoying Nurses Week. Have you had some of the free food and discounts we listed on Nurses Day? Please be sure to avail yourself of these. It helps to spread the awareness of nurses in your community and just might encourage someone to join our profession. The other thing is
- [NURSES WEEK 2017 - May 10](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-may-10/) - Today as the Wednesday of Nurses Week, is School Nurses Day. School Nurses play a huge role in managing the health care of our children. They conduct eye and hearing tests, instruct teachers and other lay people how to handle situations when faced with students with conditions such as seizures, mental health challenges and diabetes.
- [NURSES WEEK 2017 -- May 9](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-may-9/) - Beth Boynton RN, MS has written a new book Medical Improv A New Way to Improve Communication! The book teaches the user to train others in an emerging skill using Improv to help educate patients as well as health care professionals. Beth is also the author of Successful Nurse Communication: Safe Care, Healthy Workplaces, &
- [NURSES WEEK 2017: STUDENT NURSES DAY MAY 8](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-student-nurses-day-may/) - Today, May 8, is National Student Nurses Day and we have a special guest post to help provide some useful financial tips for nursing students from an aspiring freelancer writer Lauren Davidson. *************************************** Today's Give-Away is an autographed copy of my Amazon Best Selling book, The Everything New Nurse Book, Second Edition. And I'll throw
- [NURSES WEEK 2017: MAY 7](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-may-7/) - Don't forget... Register NOW for the FREE webinar from the American Nurses Association entitled A Nurse’s Guide to Preventing Compassion Fatigue, Moral Distress, and Burnout. Receive 1.9 CE and enjoy a great discussion. Deadline to register is Tuesday, May 9, and the webinar is scheduled for May 10. Nurse.com offers a Free Resource Guide. Check
- [Nurses Week 2017 -- Rules for Give Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/nurses-week-2017-rules-for-give-aways/) - This year we have several new Give-Aways for #NursesWeek 2017 -- May 6-12. The ANA theme is Nursing: The Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit. We have several books from nurses, some pens, and discounts to courses. Stay tuned. We will announce a new #GiveAway each day. The rules to win are simple: Just COMMENT
- [ACA HAS NOT CHANGED with passage of House bill](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/05/aca-has-not-changed-with-passage-of/) - Happy Cinco de Mayo! And stay tuned for some really great information prizes for Nurses Week May 6-12. I also hope you will educate your families and your patients that even though the ACA Repeal and Replace Act passed the House, it is NOT the law! There is a process to be followed. The Senate
- [When Nurse Practitioners Step Forward](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/04/when-nurse-practitioners-step-forward/) - Nurse practitioners have been in the news in early 2017, and for very good reason; the time for nurse practitioners (NPs) and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to step forward has come, and the world is taking notice. In defining NPs, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) states the following on their website: “Nurse
- [99 Top Nursing Blogs](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/04/99-top-nursing-blogs/) - GeriatricNursing.org has complied a really nice list of nursing bloggers and has honored many of us as "Top 99 Nurse Bloggers of 2017." I am always humbled and honored to be in such great company and share with you because this list is complex and well annotated. I found some new favorites and so will
- [Please Support The National Nurse Act of 2017](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/03/please-support-national-nurse-act-of/) - Nurses were once again voted the Most Trusted Professionals in the 2016 Gallup Poll. This marked the 15th year in a row that nurses have topped the list. It’s indeed an honor to call ourselves nurses and to be able to impart our knowledge on our patients to improve their quality of life and health
- [How a Patient Ends Up on Isolation Precautions: In Five Simple Steps](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/03/how-patient-ends-up-on-isolation/) - A guest post You enter your unit and receive morning report. Mr. Z, a 68-year-old gentleman with diagnosis cellulitis of the left leg was previously on standard precautions at the time you clocked out yesterday evening. You notice that he now has an isolation cart parked outside of his room with a large sign indicating
- [The Effects of Working on Your Feet All Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/03/the-effects-of-working-on-your-feet-a/) - A guest post from Bobbie Brown Even though numerous studies show extensive periods of standing and walking have significant adverse effects on the body, it is not uncommon for nurses to find themselves working 10 to 12 hour days. Your muscles, joints, tendons, feet, and spine all react differently to long hours on your feet
- [BREAKING NEWS: ANA Opposes New Healthcare Bill](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/03/breaking-news-ana-opposes-new/) - BREAKING NEWS: Nurses Oppose Healthcare Bill The American Nurses Association has officially opposed the new healthcare bill, The American Health Care Act. In a letter written to the committee members and copied to prominent leaders in the House and Senate, President Pamela F Cipriano PhD, RN FAAN, outlined the reasons the ANA is opposing the
- [What Healthcare Professionals Can Do About the Opioid Epidemic](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/02/what-healthcare-professionals-can-do/) - A Guest Post from Daphne Stanford Oxycodone It’s sobering to put these drug facts into perspective: according to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, a 2015 White House press release stated, “Opioids are a class of prescription pain medications that includes hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine, and methadone. Heroin belongs to the same class of drugs,
- [Happy Valentine's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/02/happy-valentines-day/) - When considering gifts for nurses.... If you have a nurse in your life, consider something outside the box. Something in the realm of a new stethoscope, new scrubs, compression socks, lab coats, etc. Be sure to combine them with a special card, a few flowers, chocolates, dinner date plans for her/his next day off, or
- [Ramifications of Loss of Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/01/ramification-of-loss-of-affordable-care/) - By Ted Chan, Founder & CEO of CareDash Millions of Americans might be about to lose health care, potentially triggering a crisis at medical facilities across the nation. The GOP now controls the executive and legislative branches of the federal government. They will likely make good on their promise to repeal the Affordable Care Act
- [Seven Things You Should Know about ATI TEAS (TEAS VI) VS. TEAS V](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/01/seven-things-you-should-know-about-ati/) - A Guest Post by Katie Meir The official TEAS test entered its 6th edition and is called the "ATI TEAS." If you are starting to research the TEAS exam, or preparing for your upcoming exam, you must be aware of the differences between the old and new versions. While, some schools still accept TEAS V
- [Happy New Year 2017!](https://thenursingsite.com/2017/01/happpy-new-year-2017/) - The new year always brings renewed energy and focus. May your choices be wise and fruitful. Wishing you success and happiness. Remember to take care of YOU so that you can give your best to your patients, your colleagues and families. Happy 2017! window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza, Happy Holidays!!!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/12/merry-christmas-happy-hanukkah-happy/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Book Review: The Joy of Nursing Reclaiming Our Nobility](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/12/book-review-joy-of-nursing-reclaiming/) - Have you ever thought about how many "first patients" you have had in your career? I certainly remember my very first patient in nursing school for a variety of reasons, but that's a story for another day. I don't think I really ever thought about categorizing all of the other "firsts" into one bigger category
- [National CPR Association Honors the NursingSiteBlog.com](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/12/national-cpr-association-honors/) - I recently received notice that TheNursingSiteBlog was chosen as one of the Top 10 Blogs for Nurses in 2016 by the National CPR Association. I am always humbled to be honored and to be listed in such great company. Please check out the other 9 blogs in this list. They are all terrific! Thank you
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/11/window/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [American Healthcare is in Jeopardy](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/11/american-healthcare-is-in-jeopardy/) - Healthcare is on the front burner in American politics. The new regime has promised to overturn the ACA (Affordable Care Act) aka "Obamacare," something that has been tried many times since it became law and has failed. This time it might not. And they have assured us they intend to act swiftly. We need to
- [Top 5 Tips to Get the Best Certified Nursing Assistant Training](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/11/top-5-tips-to-get-best-certified/) - By Muhammad Ahmad The most practical approach to adopt when you have decided to become a nurse is to become a CNA or a Certified Nursing Assistant as a first step. From there you may decide you love being a CNA, or decide to follow your plan to become a practical or registered nurse. To
- [Compression Socks Winning Over Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/10/compression-socks-winning-over-nurses/) - Wow it's been awhile hasn't it? Well life happens and things turn on a dime. And slowly you pick yourself up and move forward again. My MIL is now living with us as we continue with renovations to my home and deal with the clutter and dirt! Oh such fun!!!! I think I need to
- [The Everything New Nurse Book Honors](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/09/the-everything-new-nurse-book-honors/) - Many thanks to Brittney Wilson, The Nerdy Nurse for including The Everything New Nurse Book in her compilation of 5 Excellent Books Written For Nurses By Nurses. I'm always humbled and honored to listed in such good company especially when it comes from peers. Check out all of these books. They are all terrific (and
- [September 11, 2011](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/09/september-11-2011/) - It started out just like any other day. Then in an instant, everything changed on a dime! It was surreal, it was unbelievable, it was sad beyond comprehension. And the world stood still in disbelief. We will all remember where we were and how we heard the news. And we will Never Forget! If you've
- [Listed as one of the Top 25 Nursing Blogs of 2016](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/09/listed-as-one-of-top-25-nursing-blogs/) - HowtoBecomeaTechnician.com has compiled a list of the "Top 25 Nursing Blogs of 2016." We are honored and grateful to be listed along with all these fabulous resources for nurses and those who aspire to become nurses. They also listed TheNursingSite.com! Thanks for the double recognition! Please take the time to check out this site and
- [Wound Care Specializion Role in Nursing Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/08/wound-care-specializion-role-in-nursing/) - Wound care is a rapidly growing need in the nursing community. As the population ages, more focus is on older people who are more sedentary and often chair or bed bound making them more vulnerable to rapidly deteriorating pressure wounds and deep tissue injuries. These can become life threatening in a very short time if
- [Ladies in White Ringtone for Apple Products](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/07/ladies-in-white-ringtone-for-apple/) - Several years ago I was honored to make the acquaintance of Pete Dowan on Facebook. He hail's from Canada and he's a musician who has written many warm and heartfelt songs often based on his life experiences. Pete has spent a considerable portion of his life in the hospital and under the care and supervision
- [Top Rated Nursing Blog Honor](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/07/when-accolade-comes-from-peer-its-so/) - When an accolade comes from a peer it's so very special. Again The Nursing Site Blog has been honored by Brian Clark, RN, BSN, MSNA, CRNA, Program Director at United Medical Education as one of the "Top 5 Nursing Blogs That Deserve a Visit In 2016." Proud to be among such great company!!! Thanks Brian!! Please
- [Two Great Books From Nurse Authors](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/06/two-great-books-from-nurse-authors/) - It's catch up time on Friday..... I have read a couple of great books by nurses recently and have to share them with you. The first is The Patient's Resource and Almanac of Primary Care Medicine by Agnes Oblas, ANP-C. In her private practice in AZ, Agnes "does not just treat the medical symptom that
- [Why I Became a Nurse and Not a Doctor](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/06/why-i-became-nurse-and-not-doctor/) - As many of you probably don't know, my mother passed away in late April after 3 weeks on hospice. I finally got Kaiser to make the referral! But that's a story for another day. Mom lived with us during her last 3 years of life and it was often a struggle for all of us.
- [Nurses Week GiveAway Winners Announced](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/nurses-week-giveaway-winners-announced/) - Thank you to everyone who entered our Nurses Week GiveAway contests. We had an overwhelming response and we have a lot of winners to announce. I also want to once again say a BIG THANK YOU all of our wonderful sponsors for their generous donations to make this a successful celebration of the nursing profession.
- [Nurses Week GiveAway #7 - $50 E card from Uniform Advantage](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/nurses-week-giveaway-7-50-e-card-fro/) - Nurses Week comes to a close today, May 12, as we celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale and International Nurses Day. Again this year we are pleased to have a generous donation of a $50 E card from Uniform Advantage for our final Nurses Week Give Away. Follow the Rules to enter
- [Nurses Week GiveAway #6 -- Nanotex Scrubs](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/nurses-week-give-away-6-nanotex-scrubs/) - Nanotex has generously donated 2 sets of women's scrubs to our list of Nurses week GiveAways. Follow the rules to enter to win one of these sets . A bit about the new scrubs: Nanotex®, a leading fabric innovator providing nanotechnology-based textile enhancements to the apparel, home and commercial/residential interiors markets, in conjunction with Strategic
- [Nurses Week GiveAway #5 from Maevn Uniforms](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/nurses-week-giveaway-5-from-maevn/) - Maevn Uniforms has generously donated our Nurses Week GiveAway for today, May10. They will give one EON top and one EON bottom with an MSRP of over $50 to one U.S. based winner (male or female). Follow these rules to enter to win. Maevn Uniforms, a leading U.S. supplier of fashionable medical uniforms, recently announced
- [More Great Nurses Week GiveAways #4](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/more-great-nurses-week-giveaways-4/) - It's May 9 and we have 2 #GiveAways for Nurses Week today.Thank you so much for these and all of the other great sponsors this year!! #GiveAway #1 Sugarwish sent me a sugarwish a few weeks ago. I got to chose 4 different candies for my box (below) and I enjoyed each piece. They are
- [Happy Nurses Week GiveAway #3-- Illumivein Vein Finders](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/happy-nurses-week-giveay-3-illumivein/) - May 8 is designated as Student Nurses Day. Happy Nurses Week to all who will soon join us in this fantastic profession! Today I offer 3 Illumivein vein finder kits. Click on that link to read my review of this great product. These are great tools for new and established nurses and can be great
- [Student Nurses Day: 3 Ways Nurses Can Get Rid of College Debt Fast](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/student-nurses-day-3-ways-nurses-can/) - To celebrate National Student Nurses Day May 8 we have a great guest post filled with valuable information about student loans and repayment programs for nurses. By Andy Josuweit, CEO of Student Loan Hero Nurses perform one of the most valued and important jobs on Earth. With Student Nurses Day fast approaching, it’s time to
- [Nurses Week GiveAway #2](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/nurses-day-giveaway-2/) - It's Day 2 of Nurses Week. The #GiveAway today is compression socks from Vim &Vigr. They have generously donated 2 pairs, so we can have 2 winners today. Follow them on Facebook www.Facebook.com/VIMVIGR Follow the Rules posted 5/5 and comment or Re-tweet to enter. Winners will be announced on May 20. Check back tomorrow for
- [May 6 Happy Nurses Day -- Give Away #1](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/may-6-happy-nurses-day-give-away-1/) - Happy #NursesDay! May 6 is designated as Nurses Day in the U.S. to celebrate the nursing profession and to raise awareness of the important role nurses play in society around the world. Nurses Week runs through May 12 each year which is the birthday of Florence Nightingale ( May 12, 1820). One of components of
- [Nurses Week GiveAway Contest Rules](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/05/nurses-week-giveaway-contest-rules/) - Nurses Week 2016 begins tomorrow, Friday May 6 and runs through Thurs. May 12 which is Florence Nightingale's birthday. The American Nurses Association theme for Nurses Week this year is Culture of Safety; It Starts With You. Here are some FREE content GiveAways to get the party started.... Be sure to check out ANA's FREE
- [The Nursing Site Blog Recognized Again](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/04/the-nursing-site-blog-recognized-again/) - Once again, I am very honored to have The Nursing Site Blog named one of the Top 40 Nursing Blogs 2016. This time the honor comes from HealthcareAdministrationDegree.co. I am honored to be chosen along with so many fabulous blogs. Please be sure to check out the list and all of theses great blogs! And
- [Health Care Illiteracy](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/04/health-care-illiteracy/) - Health care illiteracy is a subject near and dear to my heart. Having spent the majority of my career in home health and hospice where I got to spend quality time with patients and their caregivers and loved ones, this issue became very evident in the patient education process. This field affords nurses the opportunity
- [Culture of Safety Nurses Week 2016 Theme](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/04/culture-of-safety-nurses-week-2016-theme/) - The American Nurses Association theme for Nurses Week 2016 is Culture of safety, it starts with YOU. Nurses Week is May 6-12 each year. The ANA is offering a FREE Webinar. Register now to attend "Culturally Congruent Care; Why Diversity makes a Difference." Check back here every day May 6-12 for some great Give-Aways from
- [Check Out Improvoscopy:Serious Play for Safe Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/04/check-out-improvoscopyserious-play-for/) - I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to an innovative program currently under development from Beth Boynton RN MS of Confident Voices in Healthcare. Improvoscopy: Serious Play for Safe Care is a program designed to utilize medical improv activities to educate nurses and other healthcare professionals using a FREE "online library for
- [Documentation Help for Nurses and Home Health Professionals](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/03/documentation-help-for-nurses-and-home/) - Documentation is a common issue for many nurses. It's an absolute necessity wherever you practice. And we all learned in Nursing 101 that if you don't chart it, you didn't do it! It's a legal issue and it's a nursing issue for continuity of care. How often have you gone in to follow another nurse
- [Staying Safe at Work](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/03/staying-safe-at-work_11/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Why 2016 is the Perfect Time to Start a Nursing Career](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/03/why-2016-is-perfect-time-to-star/) - By Linus Minick There has never been a better time to become a nurse! While you have probably already heard of the current nursing shortage throughout the world, this trend is predicted to continue into 2016. Studies show that about 233,000 additional jobs for registered nurses will open in 2016, but only 200,000 candidates passed
- [Technology and Nursing: How Tech Savvy Should Nurses Really Be?](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/03/technology-and-nursing-how-tech-savvy/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Social Skills in Nursing – Introversion and Shyness](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/02/social-skills-in-nursing-introversion/) - As a nurse, you’ll be in a field where talking is encouraged – it’s the nature of the job. It’s not your typical 9-5 office job where many people have limited communication because they are too busy doing technical work on the computer, etc. In the nursing field, you’re always interacting with your co-workers, your
- [Can You Find That Vein??? An Affordable Product Can Help](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/02/can-you-find-that-vein-affordable/) - A few weeks ago, I received an email from Matt at Illumivein.com, asking if I would be willing to review this product. I'd seen it and some of the competitors products online and they certainly look like the could save a a lot of time and painful sticks for blood draws and IVs. I received
- [7 Healthy Snacks for Nurses on the Go](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/02/7-healthy-snacks-for-nurses-on-go/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Great Nursing Tips From the Experts](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/01/great-nursing-tips-from-experts/) - I am honored to have been asked by OnlineNursePractitionerPrograms.com to submit a few tips for this fabulous article, 101 Nursing Tips From the Experts, filled with tons of valuable information for nursing students, new nurses and experienced nurses alike. The tips are tidbits from a cross-section of expert nurses about surviving nursing school and taking/passing
- [Read Some of the Best Nurse Blog Posts for 2015](https://thenursingsite.com/2016/01/read-some-of-best-nurse-blog-posts-for/) - Brittney Wilson at the Nurse Blog Carnival had a terrific idea to ask nurse bloggers to share their Top 10 blog posts for 2015. See mine here. Beth Hawkes at Nursecode.com compiled them and shared links to all who participated. It's well worth checking out the post and reading some of the finest postings from
- [Great Books and Products for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/12/i-want-to-thank-nursing-experts/) - I want to thank Nursing Experts.com for recognizing TheNursingSiteBlog.com as one of their Top 25 Nursing Blogs in 2015. You have to scroll down past the list of nursing schools, but well worth the effort. There are some really terrific blogs in the list and I'm humbled to be listed here. And many THANKS to
- [A Year in Review for The Nursing Site Blog](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/12/a-year-in-review-for-nursing-site-blog/) - Here's my list of top viewed posting on The Nursing site Blog for 2015. Although some of them are from previous years, they still rank among the top-viewed postings for 2015. It has been an eventful year, and looking back there are a few surprises to this list, but welcome ones indeed. The one post
- [Not Your Doctor’s Stethoscope](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/12/not-your-doctors-stethoscope/) - By Kathleen Suta, RN BScN There has always been controversy surrounding the ever-evolving role and public image of nurses. The confusion is understandable, since nursing has such a vast number of facets it shines in a multitude of clinical settings including high paced emergency rooms, demanding neonatal intensive care units, high acuity research centers, the
- [Exploring Home Health Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/11/exploring-home-health-care/) - Home health care is the fastest growing field in health care. With mandates to reduce costs and a need to educate patients and family members in how to prevent and manage complications from chronic diseases such as diabetes, lupus, MS, COPD and other respiratory diseases, CHF and other chronic heart conditions, kidney disease and more....
- [A Word About COMMENTS](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/11/a-word-about-comments/) - Comments are welcome if they are RELEVANT to the content and the nursing profession. This blog been hit with a lot of SPAM comments lately. BEWARE the comments and commenters will be Reported to Google as Spam and Abuse. Thank you for your cooperation! photo: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ajc1/519906069 It is licensed for use under Creative Commons window.amznpubstudioTag
- [Top 5 Interesting Facts about Medical Equipment You Might Not Know](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/11/top-5-interesting-facts-about-medica/) - By John Pritchard There are some interesting things regarding medical equipment that many practitioners, patients, and consumers simply may not know. While the face of medical supplies and devices is ever-changing and new technology is always on the horizon, there are some simple facts that everyone should be cognizant of. Five interesting things that you
- [Please Support Legislation for NP's to Order and Oversee Care Plan in Home Healh Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/10/please-support-legislation-for-nps-to/) - The Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act of 2015, a measure aiming to permit nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, physician assistants and certified nurse midwives to sign off on home health care plans and authorize Medicare patients for home health benefits has been gaining momentum in the U.S. Houses of Congress. http://www.freeimages.com/photographer/bacall213-37973 The Senate Bill
- [Very Inspiring Blogger Award-- WOW!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/10/very-inspiring-blogger-award-wow/) - I am thrilled and humbled to announce that The Nursing Site Blog was recently nominated for a Very Inspiring Blogger Award! This is an award given by bloggers to fellow bloggers who inspire them and who are motivated to make the blogosphere a beautiful place. The award asks us to honor and learn more about
- [Last Chance to Enter the Scrubs & Beyond 2015 Model Search](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/10/last-chance-to-enter-scrubs-beyond-2015/) - Calling all medical professionals! Scrubs & Beyond is nearing the end of its first ever Model Search, a social contest where fans will compete for a chance to participate in an upcoming photo shoot. In addition to the photo shoot, the winner will also receive round-trip airfare to St. Louis, a two night stay in
- [Medical Scrubs Mall Celebrates New Website Design with Giveaway](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/10/medical-scrubs-mall-celebrates-new/) - Medical Scrubs Mall has a great Giveaway on their Facebook page in honor of their new web design. Enter before midnight on Nov. 6, 2015, and you have a chance to win 2 sets of Cherokee Scrubs and a custom hoodie. Check out the new Medical Scrubs Mall website and new blog. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [NursePraiseLove Giveaway: Tell Your Nursing Story](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/10/nursepraiselove-giveaway-tell-your/) - When Kelley Johnson stood on the Miss America stage in September and told her story, 7.1 million viewers watched and listened. If the overwhelming Facebook response by nurses to the despicable press from The View is any indication, nurses have united to tell their stories and share why they love being nurses. Let's keep that
- [Today's Nursing Visionaries: Is a Career In Optometry In Your Future?](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/10/todays-nursing-visionaries-is-career-in_13/) - By Felicity Dryer There are many exciting opportunities in the nursing field, one of the many thousands of these careers is to literally become a visionary in their field by exploring opportunities in optometry. Vision is a vital part of everyone’s life and saving someone’s valuable eyesight through early diagnosis, prevention and treatment can be
- [Nurses Fire Back at Ignorant TV Hosts](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/09/nurses-fire-back-at-ignorant-tv-hosts/) - When ANY of the general public has the mistaken impression that nurses don costumes and borrow the doctor's stethoscope for some unknown reason, it tells us that we have a huge problem in health care in this country. People tend to believe everything they see and hear on television and the ladies of ABC's The
- [7 Resume Writing Tips For Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/09/7-resume-writing-tips-for-nurses/) - Dan at bestresumeguru.com recently honored The Nursing Site Blog as one of The 14 Nursing Blogs Every Nursing Professional Needs to Read. I invited him to give us some tips about resume writing for nurses.... _________________________________________ According to the US Department of Labor, there is a demand for job growth for nurses. What does this
- [Staying Safe While Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/09/staying-safe-while-nursing/) - Nursing is a great profession, but it has changed a lot since I first qualified. In some ways, it has got better. For example, there are more opportunities open to nurses, and it is easier to get further training and specialize than it used to be. However, not everything has changed for the better. A
- [Review: Beyond Scrubs Compression Socks](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/07/review-beyond-scrubs-compression-socks/) - Scrubs and Beyond graciously donated a $50 gift card to our Nurses Week Giveaways in May. They asked me recently if I would review their compression socks and I requested the black argyle pair. I have to say I do love them. My nursing job entails a lot of sitting at a computer for long
- [Recognition Continues for TheNursingSiteBlog](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/07/recognition-continues-for/) - Recently I've learned that The Nursing Site Blog has been honored by more sources. I'm very humbled and honored to be in such great company with these accolades. THANK YOU so much! eMedCert honored the blog as one of the Top 20 Blogs for Nurses in 2015 TopRNtoBSN honored this blog as one of the
- [4 Ways to Ensure You Are Drinking Enough Water](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/06/4-ways-to-ensure-you-are-drinking/) - By Jeff Bellinghausen, a health and fitness fanatic and founder of cnanursing.net, a resource for aspiring nurses. You're running from patient to patient, it's a typical busy day on the ward. Suddenly, that little niggly headache pain comes across you. You take a quick glance at the clock and it's still two hours until your
- [Time to Kick Start Your Nursing Career?](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/06/time-to-kick-start-your-nursing-career/) - Are you truly HAPPY with your nursing job? If not, do you blame others for it? I know I have. That awful manager who never listens, or the CEO who pockets all the money and leaves us working so short-handed and with our licenses at risk never mind the patients. Grrrr I hated my job!
- [Great Resources and Books for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/great-resources-and-books-for-nurses/) - It's time to catch up again.... First please turn your attention to a great posting from NursingDegreeGuide.com. They asked me and several nurse writers/bloggers to weigh in on How to Deal With On-the-Job Stress. As we all know or will discover, stress affects everyone. And it affects us in very different ways. Self-care as nurses
- [Chosen as One of  the Top 15 Health Career Bloggers](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/chosen-as-one-of-top-15-health-career/) - I was thrilled to receive the email announcing the latest honor for TheNursingSiteBlog.com. CNANursing.net has listed us as one of the Top 15 Health Career Bloggers to Follow. It's always nice to see your work validated and appreciated. Thank you. Check out their site too they have some terrific information about health care careers and
- [Nurses Week Give Away Winners](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurses-week-give-away-winners/) - I hope each and every one of you had a great Nurses Week!!! If we had magic wands we could make all those wishes come true. There is good legislation in the federal and state legislatures regarding a National Nurse for Pubic Health, safe staffing, school nurses, allowing NPs to order home health care, and
- [Post Your Comments to Win Nurses Week Give Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/post-your-comments-to-win-nurses-week/) - Over the past few days we have posted 5 Give Aways for Nurses Week. Please check them out and be sure to post a comment on the Blog post or on the post on Facebook. You have until Midnight (PDT) on Friday May 15. Winners will be announced Monday night on this blog. We have
- [Nurses Week Give Away # 5-- Scrubs & Beyond $50 Gift Card](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurses-week-give-away-5-scrubs-beyond/) - Today is the end of Nurses Week and it's International Nurses Day. Our final Nurses Week Give Away comes from Scrubs & Beyond. They graciously offer a $50 gift card towards a huge selection of apparel, shoes, accessories and more at www.scrubsandbeyond.com For our final Prompt: What advice would you give to a new nurse
- [Nurses Week Give Away #4 -- Uniform Advantage $50 Gift Card](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurses-week-give-away-4-unifor/) - Uniform Advantage has long been a supporter of The Nursing Site and The Nursing Site Blog. THANK you UA! Check out their great line of uniforms, lab coats and SCRUBS!!! This year for Nurses Week Uniform Advantage is offering a $50 gift card towards purchase of their fabulous line of scrubs. To enter the drawing
- [Nurses Week Give Away # 3 -- Autographed Books](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurses-week-give-away-3-autographed/) - Happy Nurses Week! Give Away #3 I was very naive entering nursing school and coming into this profession. Like many, as a little girl I played nurse with my dolls. I had a strong desire to not be like the MEAN nurse Alice who treated me and my family members growing up. There had to
- [Nurses Week Give Aways # 2 -- Stethoscopes from Discount Medical Supplies](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurses-week-give-aways-2-stethoscopes/) - Happy Nurses Week! This is Nurses Week Give Away Day 2. I want to say Thank you Discount Medical Supplies for the donation of 10 stethoscopes for our Nurses Week celebration. Please visit their website www.discountmedicalsupplies.com/store and like them on Facebook. Stethoscopes are essential tools for nurses! Today's Prompt is: Why do/did you want to
- [Nurses Week Give Away #1 --  Nabee Socks](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurses-week-give-away-1-nabee-socks/) - Happy Nurses Week! This year we have some great give aways thanks to the generosity of some wonderful companies. The FIRST give away comes from Nabee Socks. If you haven't seen these, you've been missing out on some great style and comfort! Anyone who spends their work day on their feet as much as nurses
- [Nurse Practitioners Alleviate Shortage in Areas Where Physicians Are Scarce](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/nurse-practitioners-alleviate-shortage/) - Primary care providers treat patients of many ages with a variety of health problems. Sometimes called “family doctors,” physicians who have typically filled this role are aging and many of their younger counterparts aren’t willing to fill their shoes. Over the next decade, one out of every three physicians will retire, and by 2020, the
- [BREAKING NEWS-- US Senate Proposes Companion Bill for The National Nurse Act of 2015](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/breaking-news-us-senate-proposes/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Honoring National Nurses Day, Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley and Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today introduced the bipartisan National Nurse Act of 2015, legislation that would elevate the role of nurses in America’s public health by designating a National Nurse for Public Health. HR 379 was introduced in the House of Representatives
- [Happy Nurses Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/happy-nurses-day/) - Today begins the annual week long celebration of the nursing profession. No you won't be buried in lavish gifts! If you're really lucky perhaps you"ll receive a small token of appreciation and maybe a buffet of breakfast or lunch. And no, even if the employer kept that money, you couldn't get a significant raise from
- [You Can Become a Professional Nurse Telesummit](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/05/you-can-become-professional-nurse/) - You Can Become a Professional Nurse Telesummit hosted by Nicole M. Brown, MSN, RN is coming May 11-16. Register FREE. You can hear my session on Time Management on Thursday May 13. I am honored to be a contributor to the book as well as to the telesummit. There will be some great giveaways from
- [Great Webinars, Free Ebooks and Tele Summits for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/04/great-webinars-free-ebooks-and-tele/) - It's catch up Friday again... it has been a long week and I've gotten behind after being under the weather most of the week.... Nurses Week is rapidly approaching. This year's theme is Ethical Practice. Quality Care. I have a few give-aways planned so stay tuned for details and don 't forget to follow TheNursingSite
- [The Nurses: A Year of Secrets, Drama, and Miracles with the Heroes of the Hospital](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/04/the-nurses-year-of-secrets-drama-and/) - Alexandra Robbins is a best-selling author and award-winning journalist. In her latest endeavor, The Nurses: A Year of Secrets, Drama, and Miracles with the Heroes of the Hospital, she ventured in to the world of the nursing profession where she spent a year with the heroes behind the hospital curtain. Robbins follows four nurses for
- [Use Job Listings to Provide Insight Into the Emerging Roles for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/use-job-listings-to-provide-insig/) - Nursing is a noble profession. I'm sure you've heard that many times. But it really is. It's one of the few professions that combine a science of knowledge, skills, techniques, critical thinking and abilities with a passion for helping others that forms an art unequaled by many other professions. Florence Nightingale wrote about this 2
- [End-of-Life Decisions Empower Us](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/end-of-life-decisions-empower-us/) - I recently lost a dear friend way too soon. She was young at heart and vibrant, but she had suffered from multiple illnesses and the complications of chronic illness. Of course, as a nurse, she wasn't always compliant with the care prescribed, and being retired, finances often didn't allow for the best options. She always
- [A Guide to Nursing: The Importance of Training](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/a-guide-to-nursing-importance-of/) - You've finished your degree, gained your nursing qualification and secured full time employment as a nurse. You may be thinking, 'Great! I've finished studying for good!' but this is not the end of your educational journey. As a nurse, you face different challenging situations on a daily basis, dealing with a wide range of patients
- [Empowering Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/growth-doesnt-occur-when-everything-is/) - "Growth doesn't occur when everything is perfect," is but one of the empowering statements Lorie Brown, RN, MN, JD shares with readers in her collaboration, From Frustrated to Fulfilled: The Empowered Nurses' System. Eleven nurses, many of whose names you may recognize as top nurse bloggers and authors, share their journey to empowerment and provide
- [The Art of Nursing; Find Your Passion Again](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/the-art-of-nursing-find-your-passion/) - One of the things that makes a huge difference for me in my career and life is the ability to bring creativity to my job and to my personal life. When that creativity is stiffed by people who say "just do this" and only allow me to do the mundane parts of my job, I
- [The Many Sides of Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/maryville-university-online-window/) - Maryville University Online window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [The Impact of IT in Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/adu-online-rn-to-bsn-program-window/) - ADU Online RN to BSN Program window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [How Nurses Stack Up](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/03/maryville-university-online-window_13/) - Maryville University Online window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [More Great Inventions from Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/02/more-great-inventions-from-nurses/) - It's catch-up Friday again. Here are some great new products, apps, and links from our nurse colleagues. Check them out! Be inspired. Find great products and resources. Many Thanks to Horizon Healthcare Staffing for listing TheNursingSiteBlog as one of the Top 10 Nursing Blogs for 2015! Drink More Water The AquaTally cup was invented by
- [Renewed Interest in Patient-Centered Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/02/renewed-interest-in-patient-centered/) - Patient-centered care is not a new idea. It was quite popular when I was in nursing school in the mid 1970's. It's what drove me out of hospital-based care and into home health care within three years of graduation. I wasn't able to make the difference I wanted to make because we couldn't achieve patient-centered
- [Home Health Aide Information](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/02/home-health-aide-information/) - From Accelerated-Nursing.net Source: Accelerated-Nursing.net window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Nurses Week 2015 Theme: Ethical Practice Quality Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/02/nurses-week-2015-theme-ethical-practice/) - From May 6-12, 2015, we will celebrate National Nurses Week and honor the excellent quality care nurses deliver to patients every day. Nurses have once again been voted as the most honest and ethical professionals by the Gallup Poll. This event provides nurses the opportunity to pat themselves on the back and take a bow
- [TRAYBL Makes the Nurse's Life Easier](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/traybl-makes-nurses-life-easier/) - Another nurse entrepreneur, Joyce Harrell, hits the nail on the head with her invention of this versatile TRAYBL. This great patented design actually creates valuable extra space in the tight squeeze of the bedside area and infusion suites to make the nurse's life easier. It also works to hold a wide assortment of items on
- [Looking for a Nursing Job? Here's the Top Places You Might Want to Consider](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/looking-for-nursing-job-heres-top/) - Adventist University of Health Sciences window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Why US Nurses Might Consider Practising in the United Kingdom](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/why-us-nurses-might-consider-practising/) - By Brit Peacock While you’d never come to the UK for the weather, spending some time nursing over here can be enlightening and ultimately rewarding, whether you opt for private sector or the National Health Service (NHS). NHS Whatever your thoughts on Obamacare, the UK’s NHS is widely seen as the benchmark for a ‘free’
- [Please Don't SHOUT, Try Writing it Down](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/please-dont-shout-try-writing-it-down/) - One of the things I find most annoying as I listen to, or overhear, nurses discussing a patient who is "profoundly hard of hearing" and the fact that they find it almost impossible to communicate with the patient. From the other side of the scenario, I have had too many experiences with family members who
- [Travel Nursing Tips for New Grads from Highway Hypodermics](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/travel-nursing-tips-for-new-grads-fro/) - Hope 2015 is starting off well for everyone! It's been a little crazy for me and so I'm slow to get back to blogging. Today, I want to share with you a great article (the first in a series) by a friend, Epstein LaRue RN, from Highway Hypodermics window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Facts About Men in Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/facts-about-men-in-nursing/) - More and more men are finding their career niche in nursing which improves the profession for all of us. Here's a great infographic with 5 Hyper-Masculine Facts About Men in Nursing from College America. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Happy New Year!](https://thenursingsite.com/2015/01/happy-new-year/) - Hard to believe that the year is ending. 2015 holds many promises for the future. As the bell tolls midnight, make your wishes and I hope they will all come true. Have a very safe and Happy New Year!!! window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Infographic: Dissecting Patient-Centered Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/12/infographic-dissecting-patient-centered/) - From University of Arizona's College of Nursing University of Arizona Online Nursing Degree NOTE: If the graphic doesn't show up on your browser, you can view it here: University of Arizona Online Nursing Degree window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Great Products for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/12/great-products-for-nurses/) - Well November came and went in a hurry and I was swamped with other projects. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and are enjoying the whole holiday season! Try to not overdo and overstress. Stay well and take time to enjoy your family and friends during this exciting time of year! I am way overdue
- [More Peer Recognition for the Blog](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/11/more-peer-recognition-for-blog/) - Concorde Career Colleges has included TheNursingSiteBlog.com at #14 in their 45 Nursing Blogs to Keep you Informed, Entertained and In-the-Know. We are there with some very good choices and again appreciate the honor. Check out this list. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [National Nurse Practitioners Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/11/national-nurse-practitioners-week/) - Happy National Nurse Practitioners Week... "Brought to you by Nursing@Simmons" History of Nurse Practitioners - National Nurse Practitioner Week from carlydell window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20"; LinkConnector Validation
- [Career Paths for RNs](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/11/career-paths-for-rns/) - Brought to you by Nursing@Simmons: Nursing Career Paths window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Nurses: 10 Tips for Staying Healthy During Flu Season](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/10/nurses-10-tips-for-staying-healthy/) - By Kristeen Cherney Just as the seasonal changes mark changes in weather, flu season brings about changes in health and wellness. The American Academy of Family Physicians estimates that between 10 and 20 percent of people in the United States get sick with the flu annually. While many cases clear up on their own within
- [Review: Nursing From Within by Elizabeth Scala](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/10/review-nursing-from-within-by-elizabe/) - I had the distinct pleasure to read an advance copy of Nursing From Within by Elizabeth Scala this summer and I have to say it came at the right moment. We all experience lows in our nursing careers and Elizabeth hits the nail on the head when she guides you through the process of reaching
- [Catch Up Friday: New Apps, Workshops and Books for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/09/catch-up-friday-new-apps-workshops-and/) - It's catch up Friday again.... We have a host of new books, apps and workshops for nurses. Next week Sept 30 and Oct 1 (Tues & Wed) the IOM is holding a workshop on The Future of Home Health Care: A Workshop in Washington DC. You can view it LIVE for FREE without having to
- [Top 100 Nursing Blogs](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/09/top-100-nursing-blogs/) - Once again I am humbled by the peer recognition for this blog. Thanks so much for the honor and the kind words. Please check out the list. There are some really great blogs on it. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Never Forget](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/09/never-forge-2/) - window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [HCAHPS Score -- Focus From Day One](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/08/hcahps-score-focus-from-day-one/) - Do you understand what HCAHPS scores are and why they are important to your job? Or do you only know that your supervisor brings the scores to staff meetings and yells at you to improve?! Your HCAHPS Score should be a focus from day one of your employment, but you need to know why. Google
- [More Recognition from NurseJournal.org](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/07/more-recognition-from-nursejournalorg/) - We are once again in Great Company with these 15 Awesome Nursing Blogs to follow from NurseJournal.org. Thanks again for the recognition. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [One of the Top 30 Nursing Blogs](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/07/one-of-top-30-nursing-blogs/) - We've been honored again. And we are in some pretty great company as a pick for the Top 30 Nursing Blogs by RNtoBSNOnlineProgram.com. Thank you for your kind words and peer recognition. window.amznpubstudioTag = "daretodreampr-20";
- [Use Common Sense with Social Media](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/07/use-common-sense-with-social-media/) - Social media is wonderful and externally useful, but like anything, it comes with a need for etiquette and good old common sense!! Users have to accept responsibility for anything they post and set privacy settings to maintain social professionalism. Be discreet and aware of all of your connections. Understand that law enforcement can access your
- [Recognition is Appreciated!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/07/recognition-is-appreciated/) - We have been honored once again as one of the 16 Blogs You Need to Read from MedicalScrubsCollection.com. Thanks for the inclusion!!! (We are listed #1) Check out their site, their scrubs and their blog. And the other blogs listed... there are some really great ones in the list!!! It's Catch Up time.... I have
- [Where Do You Take Your Career as an Older Nurse?](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/06/where-do-you-take-your-career-as-older/) - Ugh I guess I have to admit I'm an older nurse now. My current role as QI (for hospice) automatically makes me one of the people you love to hate, but I always hope I don't come off as old and outdated like some of those "older" nurses we always hated and hoped would retire
- [Help Nurses Thrive in Their Roles with Ongoing Feedback](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/06/help-nurses-thrive-in-their-roles-wi/) - Nursing is and always will be challenging. Nurses hold people's lives in their hands and to continue to be great nurses, we must always strive to improve the quality of care we provide. That isn't easy if we don't have proper feedback, and the information necessary to help us improve. Feedback is essential to helping
- [Avoiding Caregiver Fatigue](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/05/avoiding-caregiver-fatigue/) - Sorry to be a little late with this today. We are having very high winds, temperatures and fires in So. CA so the power is wildly fluctuating. I'm trying my best to get this done quickly now. The winds and heat can be so annoying, but also play havoc with health issues. So can the
- [Nurses Week Give Aways](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/05/nurses-week-give-aways/) - Nurse week begins Tuesday, May 6 and runs through Monday, May 12. You can find more information about the history of Nurses Week on TheNursingSite.com There are a lot of events taking place to honor nurses. Texas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson was the first nurse elected to Congress. Last week she introduced House Resolution 540
- [Isn't Collaboration in Nursing Something We Do Everyday?](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/04/isnt-collaboration-in-nursing-is/) - This post is part of a collaboration with other nurse bloggers through The Nurse Blog Carnival. Keith and Kevin from RNFM Radio are hosting this months enlightening round which will be posted on 4/15/14. Collaboration in nursing is a term that can sound overwhelming and off-putting to many. In truth it's probably something that you
- [Focus on Quality by Focusing on Evidence Based Nursing Practice in the Onboarding Process](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/04/focus-on-quality-by-focusing-on/) - Health care has gone through many paradigm shifts in the past few years with focus on quality and containing the skyrocketing costs. As many more citizens find access to health care and insurance (7.1 million signed up under the Affordable Care Act) and the Baby Boom generation moves into the later stages of life, many
- [Why Nurses Aren't Being Hired from New Grad to Experienced Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/04/why-nurses-arent-being-hired-from-new/) - There is an excellent article today on Scrubs Magazine Weekly Best. It's a frank discussion with HR about why they didn't hire nurses and provides a great checklist of the top reasons for not hiring candidates. Anyone looking for that new or next job should take a long hard look. Just a few years back
- [Another Great Recognition](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/04/another-great-recognition/) - It is always an honor to be recognized by ones peers. The Nursing Site Blog has once again been recognized. This time by eMedCert.com as one of their Top 10 Nursing Blogs for 2014. Thanks so much.
- [Sites You Need to Check Out](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/03/sites-you-need-to-check-ou/) - Playing catch up today. I have made many promises to mention or post links and this is going to be a grouping of those promises. There should be some very good information here so bear with me.... Scrubs are such a wonderful invention. And Uniform Advantage has published a great infographic about the Best Scrubs
- [Salary Data for Registered Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/03/salary-data-for-registered-nurses/) - By Brendon Barnett Registered Nurse Salary at a Glance The registered nurse (RN) is one of the most diverse nursing occupations, with wide ranging skills and qualifications. RNs are used in various health care environments. They provide direct patient care, deliver health-related education, and offer advice to patients and families. “To do what nobody
- [Core Competencies and the Continuum of Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/03/core-competencies-and-continuum-of-care/) - The high cost of health care has to be managed. This requires patients to learn about their own health conditions, and how to manage them appropriately so as to avoid setbacks and complications. Patients must take responsibility for their health status and practice wellness. In order to do this, patients have to be well educated
- [ANA Overlooks Dallas Buyer's Club in Honoring Latest Oscar Movies](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/03/ana-overlooks-dallas-buyers-club-in/) - Several friends belong to the American Nurses Association (ANA) and one forwards their emails to me in hopes I would change my mind and join. Well the latest posting from the Government Affairs Team caught my eye with a cute little play on words using the recently honored Oscar-nominated movies. They found a cute connection
- [Thanks for the Recognition!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/02/thanks-for-recognition/) - I am very honored to have The Everything New Nurse Book recently listed # 17 among 105 books on LPNtoBSNonline.org's Ultimate Reading List for Nurses. There are 2 editions available now. Today I heard TheNursingSiteBlog was listed by TopMedicalAssistantSchools.com as one of the Top 14 Nursing Blogs of 2014. WOW! I was also featured on
- [Highway Hypodermics a Premier Guide for Travel Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/02/highway-hypodermics-travel-nurse-bible/) - When nurse authors meet, they swap autographed copies of their books. Epstein LaRue (Epi also known as Kay in the real world) and I recently met for lunch to celebrate our half birthday. We share July 27 as our real birthday. Epi is now working in So CA as a travel nurse and we just
- [Landau “Making Lives Better” Scholarship Launches Today](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/02/landau-making-lives-better-scholarship/) - Are you a nursing student or recently been accepted into nursing school? Are you excited about becoming a nurse but worried about the costs of education? Landau Uniforms is reaching out to help those aspiring to serve others. Landau Uniforms is offering four $2,500 scholarships to current and aspiring nursing students through the Landau “Making
- [Color Psychology -- what Color Scrubs do YOU Prefer?](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/01/color-psychology-what-color-scrubs-do/) - Wearing white is synonymous with nurses although for a long while now nurses have worn colorful uniforms and scrubs. Scrubs have come to be the most popular choice. And with so many options they will never be considered to be boring as was the old white nurses uniform and cap. Did you ever wonder why
- [Landau "Making Lives Better" Nursing Scholarship](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/01/landau-making-lives-better-nursing/) - Are you a nursing student or recently been accepted into nursing school? Are you excited about becoming a nurse but worried about the costs of education? If you are, don’t miss out on an amazing opportunity coming on February 4, 2014! Landau Uniforms is reaching out to current and aspiring nursing students interested in furthering
- [Now That's How to Choose a Nursing Program](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/01/now-thats-how-to-choose-nursing-progra/) - Looking for a great nursing program? Here are 30 schools all across the US that you might want to consider. Most boast that admission criteria is strict! But these are some of the most fascinating schools and programs around. Nursing School Hub compiled this list of the Top 30 Cutting Edge Nursing Schools and each
- [Self-care From the Floor Up](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/01/self-care-from-floor-up/) - By Ashley Gainer We have all experienced long days spent standing, walking, reaching, rushing, pushing, and doing countless other things that keep us on our feet. It’s not uncommon to experience significant, if not excruciating, pain at the end of these long days – especially if we have multiple days in a row without much
- [Happy New Year!](https://thenursingsite.com/2014/01/happy-new-year-2/) - Each new year represents a blank page for us to begin a new chapter of our journey. This opens up many many possibilities. Take time to reflect on the past and think carefully about the direction you wish to head in for this new chapter. Hopefully your path will bring you many new experiences and
- [Reflect Back and Reward Yourself -- You Are a Nurse, You Make a Difference!](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/12/reflect-back-and-reward-yourself-you/) - As 2013 comes to a close in the next 12 days, it's time to reflect back on the year and find joy and rewards in the care you have given your patients. Take credit for making a difference is someone's life. Feel honored and respected and appreciated even though there may have been few "Thank
- [Some Nice Recognition for the Blog](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/12/rasmussen-college-mentioned/) - Rasmussen College mentioned TheNursingSiteBlog in their list of 24 nursing blogs to read. http://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing/blog/nursing-blogs-you-need-to-read/
- [As the Holiday Season Takes Hold.....](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/11/as-holiday-season-takes-hold/) - http://mrg.bz/WEcJyN Hope you will all have a wonderful Thanksgiving this Thursday. And a Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate as your special days overlap with Thanksgiving. The holiday season will be in full bloom in a few short days. Remember, we nurses work in a highly stressful profession and when we add in the
- [Nurses Be Kind to Yourself](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/10/nurses-be-kind-to-yourself/) - I have always said and will repeat it again: nursing is one of the most rewarding careers, but it is also one of the most challenging; both physically and emotionally. Therefore it is essential for nurses as the premiere level of caregivers to set the bar high to take care of you! Nurses are the
- [Top Career Tips for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/10/top-career-tips-for-nurses/) - The healthcare sector is in constant demand for nurses and it is one of the only sectors that is showing a constant demand for qualified personnel. Nursing is one of the areas where countless students are taking up studies and looking to begin their nursing careers. Understanding the job market and taking the right steps
- [Have You Had Your Mammogram?](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/10/have-you-had-your-mammogra/) - October is Breast Cancer Month and as such is an easy way to remind women to have their annual mammogram. Some prefer to schedule in their birthday month, or have some other way of remembering. What ever your choice, please be sure to schedule it and remind the other women in your life to have
- [Career Advancement Opportunities for Medical Assistants](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/10/career-advancement-opportunities-for/) - When considering nursing as a career, you might want to look at a few other healthcare career options and advancement opportunities for comparison. Here's a great post from Sandra Mills. ~ Kathy You already know that you want to be a medical assistant, or maybe you’ve already been in the industry for a few years.
- [Stain Removal Guide](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/09/stain-removal-guide/) - Nurses are the most trusted professionals year after year in the Gallup Poll. Nurses try hard to maintain that level of professionalism despite all of the spills and stains they are unable to avoid each day. It's not always easy to get those stains out! One of the sponsors of TheNursingSite.com, Uniform Advantage, has derived
- [If Rosie Can Rivet, Why Can’t I Go to Nursing School?](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/09/if-rosie-can-rivet-why-cant-i-go-to/) - By Linda Bright Introduction: It’s no secret that male nurses are more common than ever. What many people don’t realize is that many male nurses still struggle with stigmatization as a result of their chosen career. It doesn’t seem to matter how many people male nurses help or how many lives they save—there’s always someone
- [Resources for Your Nursing Education](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/08/resources-for-your-nursing-education/) - It's that time of year again when students start back to school and high school seniors begin to apply to schools to advance their education. Those considering careers in nursing should check out some of my articles on TheNursingSite.com such as assistance in selecting accredited nursing programs and searching for ways to finance their nursing
- [Did I Ignore Your Query About Posting on My Site?](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/08/did-i-ignore-your-query-about-posting/) - Dear Guest Posting Inquirer; Sorry, but today I'm on a rant!!! I've received one too many angry emails. Everyday I get at least a few emails inquiring about guest posting on my blog. Sometimes I get follow-ups to the follow-ups from now angry people because I didn't respond to their query. Unfortunately, I don't have
- [Helping Others Beome Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/08/helping-others-beome-nurses/) - Ask any nurse about the reasons s/he became a nurse and somewhere in that conversation will be a discussion about a passion for helping others. Additionally, nurses are also known to be passionate about helping others join the profession of nursing. Greg, the spouse of a loyal reader of this blog, recently told me about
- [Wireless Nurse Call Systems Deciphered](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/07/wireless-nurse-call-systems-deciphered/) - By Rebecca Jones The saying goes, “it’s a matter of life and death” and when someone’s survival and life is at risk, this is when things should be taken seriously. So often we worry about menial, insignificant things which, in the great scheme of things, when properly thought about are not important at all. However
- [Support Growing for a National Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/07/support-growing-for-nurses/) - As we continue to transition into a wellness model for health care and leave the sick model behind, we have to change our focus. In doing so we prioritize prevention and proactive measures to improve our health status and that of our patients. Our job as nurses will continue to include more and more patient
- [The NCLEX and Finding that First Nursing Job](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/06/the-nclex-and-finding-that-firs/) - Nurses never learn all they need to know in nursing school. It's just not possible. In a given graduating class you will find a wide variety of skills and knowledge base. Some of it is dependent on the students themselves and how aggressively they sought out opportunities, and some depends on the faculty and how
- [Welcome New Grads!](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/05/welcome-new-grads/) - Wow where did the month of May go?!! It was one full of celebrations: NursesWeek, Mother's Day and graduations. Time flies when you're having fun - that's for certain. I hope you all had memorable times this month as well. As we head right into June, the celebrating continues with more graduations and Father's Day.
- [The Nurse and the NFL Player](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/05/the-nurse-and-nfl-player_13/) - By Jenna Knight, Excite Education Recent salary surveys show that the estimated annual increase in the salaries of nurses and NFL players is the same. This might come as a surprise to many. However, the nursing sector has gained importance and recognition over the years, both in professional as well as academic circles. Many young
- [Double Celebration Today!](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/05/double-celebration-today/) - As Nurses Week comes to an end, we celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale. We also celebrate Mother's Day this year. So Happy Nurses Week and Happy Mother's Day!!
- [Happy Nurses Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/05/happy-nurses-day-2/) - Happy Nurses Day! Celebrate being a nurse and making a difference in someone's life everyday!
- [Make a Difference for Nurses During Nurses Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/05/make-difference-for-nurses-during/) - On Nurses Day, Monday, May 6, we begin the week long celebration of Nurses Week 2013. There are many ways to honor nurses. One way would be to support legislation that would help elevate the nursing profession by establishing an office of the National Nurse for Public Health which would bring attention to the nursing
- [Nurses Week 2013](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/04/nurses-week-2013/) - Nurses Week 2013 takes place May 6-12. The theme chosen by the American Nurses Association for this year is Nurses Delivering Quality & Innovation in Patient Care. The ANA offers a multitude of tips and ideas for media blitzes and programs to celebrate nursing at your facility. They also have a nice catalog for gift
- [Nursing in the Future of Health Informatics](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/04/nursing-in-future-of-health-informatics/) - Modern medicine requires nurses to be aware of new technological developments that deliver a holistic approach to healthcare. Health informatics combines informational science with health care and computer technology in an effort to help better track patient treatment and progress. Health informatics can lead to greater improvements in nursing specifically. The Technology Streamlines Patient Care
- [One of Those Days!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/03/one-of-those-days/) - Not too long ago we experienced what at the time seemed like an unusually busy day. (Worth noting it had been a full moon the night before.) One patient was out of specialty supplies and we had scrambled to get some only to find out that morning that it wasn't all that urgent after all..
- [Beyond Scrubs: Utilizing your Nursing Career into Other Fields of Health Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/03/beyond-scrubs-utilizing-your-nursing_12/) - Kathryn Norcutt has been an active member of the health care community for over 20 years. During her time as a nurse, she has helped people from all walks of life and ages. Now, Kathryn leads a much less hectic life and devotes much of her free time to writing for RNnetwork, a site specializing
- [Relative Crude](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/03/relative-crude/) - Can a DNA test be wrong? 97.7% DNA match is overwhelming evidence of paternity. That explains why Eden Braverman, RN, vacillates with her capacity to trust her brother-in-law. Rachel Westbrook, the child’s mother, propels Eden on a journey to find the truth behind the DNA results and Rachel’s suspected ulterior motives. After all, Jarod Fairgate
- [Shared Decision Making](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/02/shared-decision-making/) - We are in the midst of a paradigm shift from a sick care model to a health care model. Nurses (and all other health professionals) are helping patients learn to share the decision making aspects of their care and learning to assume responsibility for their own health status and outcomes. This is a complicated process
- [Free Options for CNA Training](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/02/free-options-for-cna-training/) - Whether you are looking for a new field of work or just getting started, nothing is more satisfying or rewarding than working in the medical field. While you could spend years going to universities to receive your doctorate or nursing degree, these options cost significant amounts of money. If time and money are not on
- [Review: EasyNCLEX.com](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/02/review-easynclexco/) - Most nurses will tell you that once they passed the NCLEX they will do anything to NEVER have to take it again! Truth is, as long as they complete the required CEUs or inactivate their license until then, they won't have to. If they let their license lapse, they will have to repeat the NCLEX.
- [Expanding the Role of RNs and Advanced Practice Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2013/01/expanding-role-of-rns-and-advanced/) - By Vance Hobbes With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in March 2012, some 30 million new patients have been able to access healthcare of which they were previously unable to. With health professionals already squeezed for time and unable to fit any more patients on their schedules, there must be some way
- [HAPPY HOLIDAYS](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/12/happy-holidays-2/) - Wishing each of you and your families and friends the very best of safe and happy holidays. Enjoy!!! photo © Kathy Quan
- [The Nurses Float in the Rose Parade](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/12/the-nurses-float-in-rose-parade/) - The Rose Parade from Pasadena, CA is a New Year's Day tradition known throughout the world. On Jan. 1, 2013, Sally Bixby RN CNOR will become only the second woman in the history of the parade, and the first nurse to preside as President of the Tournament of Roses and Rose Bowl Game. In honor
- [The American Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/12/the-american-nurse/) - The American Nurse Photographs and Interviews is quite possibly one of the most beautiful photographic essays I've ever seen. I was delighted to find it today as I took time to actually read through some of my emails. It made the cover story for AJN in September 2012, so I guess I'm a little late
- [Issues for Men in Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/12/issues-for-men-in-nursing/) - If you are a man considering a career in nursing, or are already a male nurse, here's a great article from the UCSF School of Nursing. It contains valuable information and multiple resources for male nurses. Photo: Microsoft.com For centuries, nursing was man's work. And now we struggle to get men to become nurses. In
- [How will the Results of the Presidential Election Affect Workers in the Allied Health Fields?](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/11/how-will-results-of-presidentia/) - Barack Obama's victory in the U.S. presidential election makes it very difficult for the Republicans to eliminate or make significant adjustments to the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. The Affordable Care Act is scheduled to be fully implemented in 2014. So how will it affect allied health care jobs? There are a variety
- [Working Holidays is Routine for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/11/working-holidays-is-routine-for-nurses/) - Photo by morguefile.com/mconnors In the past couple of weeks there has been such a fuss about retailers opening on Thanksgiving Day. I have to admit, the number of people appalled that anyone would ask someone to WORK on the holiday made me chuckle. I feel for them, but then, as all nurses know --- health
- [Best States for Nursing Job Opportunities](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/11/best-states-for-nursing-job/) - Nursing is already an in-demand career field, and the need for nurses is projected to increase further in the coming years. The U.S. Department of Health predicts 400,000 new nurses will be needed by 2015 just to cover the void left by retirees. That number jumps to more than 700,000 nurses needed by 2020. This
- [Hurricane Sandy Wreaks Havoc](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/11/hurricane-sandy-wreaks-havoc/) - Nurses and doctors are always among the heroes of any disaster, and Hurricane Sandy is certainly no exception. With 2 major hospitals in NYC being evacuated, can you even imagine the intensity of the situation?! Kudos to all who have been a part of this and helped transition patients as quickly as possible!!! I have
- [The Advantages of Choosing Private Health in the UK](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/10/the-advantages-of-choosing-private/) - We are fortunate here in the UK to have access to a fantastic national health system (NHS). That said, there are often times when taking the private healthcare option is best. What Are the Differences Between Private Health and the NHS? The NHS is a public run service that is open to the majority of
- [The Doctor Shortage and Nurses’ Role in Filling the Gaps](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/10/the-doctor-shortage-and-nurses-role-in/) - By Kathryn Norcutt Doctor shortage could be intensified by the Affordable Care Act Despite how one may feel about the Affordable Care Act, it is going to change the face of American medicine forever. For better or for worse, once it is up and running in 2014 an estimated 30 million newly insured people will
- [Never Forget](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/09/never-forge-3/) - https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/303152_509223209091264_1088462416_n.jpg
- [Nursing Shortage Rearing Its Head Again](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/08/nursing-shortage-rearing-its-head-again/) - The nursing shortage was never resolved. It was sort of put on hold when the economy tanked. Nurses of the Baby Boom generation were poised to retire, but the majority of them were forced to continue working for financial survival. Others had to return to work in order to make it through some of the
- [NAQC : Guiding Principles for Patient Engagement](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/07/naqc-guiding-principles-for-patien/) - The Nursing Alliance for Quality Care (NAQC) recently released Guiding Principles for Patient Engagement. This list of nine core principles is designed to assist nurses and other health care providers in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through full engagement in all aspects of their care. Many of these principles are things that we as nurses do
- [Take the Nurse Satisfaction Survey](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/07/take-nurse-satisfaction-survey/) - I recently received an invitation to blog about this survey from Michelle Gray-Bernhardt at IVantageHealth.com Nurse Satisfaction – A Quick Snapshot "Satisfied employees help a hospital run to its optimum performance. In the new healthcare environment, nurses are frequently asked to do more with less – to take on more patient care and other tasks
- [Senseless Colorado Massacre](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/07/senseless-colorado-massacre/) - https://www.facebook.com/MarkRantal Our hearts and thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends in Aurora, CO. This senseless massacre leaves us all shocked and saddened. May the healing come soon. Hopefully we can eventually glean some insight in to how to prevent such unnecessary tragedy in the future. No one should ever have to fear
- [Happy 4th of July](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/07/happy-4th-of-july/) - Please celebrate America's birthday safely and use great caution around any fireworks.
- [National Nurse Act of 2011 Continues to Garner Supporters](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/06/national-nurse-act-of-2011-continues-to/) - The National Nurse Act of 2011 (HR 3679) continues to gain support across the country; the latest coming from the NY Assembly. See the National Nursing Network Organization Web Log for details. This act is cost neutral and non-partisan. As preventable diseases continue to rise and drive the cost of health care ever higher (at
- [How to Become a Certified Nursing Assistant](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/06/how-to-become-certified-nursing/) - A post from Allison at CNA Training 101... The heath care industry is one of the fastest growing industries today. With just a little bit of knowledge and certification, you can be a part of it and earn a lot of money. Being a certified nursing assistant can be a great career option and you
- [The Everything New Nurse Book Honored](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/06/everything-new-nurse-book-honored/) - Many thanks to lvntorn.net for selecting my first book, The Everything New Nurse Book as one of the Top 50 Must Read Nursing Books for 2012. (See number 9 in Non- Fiction). Also note that there is a SECOND Edition for this book as well. Both are available on Amazon.com.
- [Memorial Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/05/memorial-day/) - Honoring all of the nurses in the armed forces (men and women alike) who have and continue to make a difference for all of us through wartime and peacetime THANK YOU!!
- [Win $25 Ecard for Scrubs](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/05/win-25-ecard-for-scrubs/) - We have the 5 winners of the Nurses Week contest. See the post on Facebook. Recently Uniform Advantage kindly offered me two $25 e-card (gift cards) for purchasing scrubs from their vast line of uniforms. So in honor of Memorial Day weekend, I'm going to run another contest this week on Facebook. RULES: Photo: Microsoft.com
- [Rep.Eddie Bernice Johnson Honors Fellow Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/05/repeddie-bernice-johnson-honors-fellow/) - Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) was a nurse before she became a Congresswoman. Today she addressed Congress to honor nurses during Nurses Week, and encouraged the support of The National Nurse Act of 2011 a cost neutral, bipartisan act which she introduced in Congress last year. Her words say it eloquently. Sponsored by Keiser University's
- [Nurses Week Give Away](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/05/nurses-week-give-away/) - In honor of Nurses Week (May 6-12) --US dates-- I will be giving away 5 autographed copies of my book, The Everything New Nurse Book, Second Edition. To be eligible to win you have to LIKE all 3 of my pages on Facebook: Kathy Quan RN BSN TheNursingSite.com HomeHealth101.com You may also want to join
- [Nurses Who Blog](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/04/nurses-who-blog/) - I get asked a lot about how I got started blogging and was recently interviewed by Lisette Hilton for an article in Nurse.com. It's a great article with tips and information from several nurses who blog. It's a good place to start for those of you who'd like to learn to blog about nursing or
- [Making Nurses WANT to Stay -- Food for Thought](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/04/making-nurses-want-to-stay-food-for/) - As the economy begins to recover, more nurses will retire or return to retirement and the nursing shortage will be in full bloom once again. Hospitals need to seriously prepare for this eventuality and start looking hard at ways to keep nurses around. Other employers should sit up and take note as well. An excellent
- [Losing Patient Centered Care to Economics??](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/04/losing-patient-centered-care-to/) - I certainly hope we can ALL come together as nurses and work to ensure that this does NOT become a trend. The Amanda Trujillo case shows we are headed in that direction. Read this excellent blog post from Nurse Ratched.
- [Tips to Keep Your Nursing Career On-Track](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/04/tips-to-keep-your-nursing-career-on/) - At least once a year it is good to take stock of your life and your career and take steps to get yourself back on track, or even to change directions if that is what is needed. Some of the top things you can do for yourself as a nurse to make your career more
- [An Online Master’s Degree for Working Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/03/online-masters-degree-for-working/) - For many nurses who work long hours and start out at the low end of the totem pole, it’s a dream to work for some of the magnet status hospitals alongside top doctors and physicians. Nursing students often don’t realize that there are easier ways than slugging it out for years in a hospital. You
- [Proprietary Institutions a Viable Alternative for Nursing Students](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/03/proprietary-institutions-viable/) - By Alvina Lopez According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “employment of registered nurses is expected to grow by 22 percent from 2008 to 2018,” a figure that is largely at odds with the current number and capacity of nursing programs at traditional universities. A recent survey of 2010-2011 enrollment figures administered by the American
- [More About Amanda Trujillo's Legal Case](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/03/more-about-amanad-trujillos-legal-case/) - Read for yourself the legal situation Amanda Trujillo is facing for doing her job.
- [AZ Board to Consider Amanda Trujillo Case](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/03/az-board-to-consider-amanda-trujillo/) - The nursing world will be watching closely and holding its collective breath. By next week we should know the outcome as the AZ BON considers the case of Amanda Trujillo, RN, the nurse who was fired for advocating for her patient. Of course Amanda's career is at stake, but so is the nursing profession as
- [Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/03/have-happy-st-patricks-day/) - May the luck of the Irish be with everyone tomorrow. Enjoy a safe and happy St. Patrick's Day!
- [National Nurse Act Gaining Momentum](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/03/national-nurse-act-gaining-momentu/) - The National Nurse Act of 2011(HR 3679) now has 24 Congressional co-sponsors. Click on the little ARROW next to Special Interest: HR3679 to drop down the list. Please contact your Congressional Representative to sign on as a co-sponsor. Information and directions for doing this are on the National Nurse Website. The act also has garnered
- [Need a Break from Finals???](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/02/need-break-from-finals/) - Found this on Facebook. Wish we had had some stress relief like this when I was in nursing school.... How do you relieve the stress of nursing school???? Or from nursing?
- [Health Insurance Needs for ER Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/02/health-insurance-needs-for-er-nurses/) - By Harriet Bascombe, freelance health issue writer What Does an Emergency Room Nurse Do? Although all nurses have important jobs, an emergency room nurse has a much higher level of responsibility than many other nurses do. Since many patients who come to the emergency room are suffering from life-threatening illnesses or injuries, it is important
- [Need Stories from New Grads](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/02/need-stories-from-new-grads/) - Colleen Harris from Find Healthcare Careers, asked me to post a request for a new blog she works for... "Part of launching our new website is our own blog, healthcareyenta.com, and one of the first series I am working on is looking for success stories about new grads right now – we're trying to find
- [Is the CRNA Path Right for You?](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/02/is-crna-path-right-for-you/) - This guest article was contributed by Catherine Santos who frequently writes about Nursing education like CRNA Schools. When choosing the right nursing career path to follow, one must consider several things. The individual must first be passionate about the job duties of the selected occupation. The candidate must also be willing to put forth the
- [Stop the Bullying Now -- Stand up for Nurses and Patients](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/stop-bullying-now-stand-up-for-nurses/) - photo from Flickr Have you heard about the plight of Amanda Trujillo, an RN who was fired by Banner health in Arizona for educating a patient in the process of obtaining informed consent? The physician threw a well documented tantrum because the patient decided against the procedure after being educated. The physician demanded the nurse
- [Defuse Stress: An Insider's Review of Stress and Burnout in Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/defuse-stress-insiders-review-of-stress/) - A guest post by Katie Beland... Nurses experience a high level of stress throughout the work day. Information passes from client, receptionist, nurse, doctor and insurance companies in a fast-paced, technologically advanced atmosphere within minutes of check-in. As a nursing professional, you must engage clients with respect and compassion. Stress can interfere with your relationships
- [A First Aid Kit is a MUST](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/first-aid-kit-is-mus/) - One of the things about being a nurse is that it's not a nine-to-five job you can leave behind at the office. You're a nurse 24/7. And many times you're called upon by family and friends for advice and assistance with their medical issues. Just remember you aren't to diagnose or prescribe. And then there
- [Online RN to BSN Program Waives Application Fee](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/online-rn-to-bsn-program-waives/) - I received this information yesterday... From now until February 20, 2012, Linfield College is waiving their $100 online RN to BSN degree application fee. Here's a blurb about their programs.... Linfield’s Adult Degree Program offers adults the opportunity to earn bachelor's degrees and certificates online. This program offers six accredited online degree programs, including the
- [Stat Gear's Medical Tape Holder Really Works!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/stat-gears-medical-tape-holder-really/) - Order yours Today I recently received an item to review. I have to be honest and tell you I don't often care for this process because some of the stuff people send me isn't worth the money they spent to send it. However, in this instance I was pleasantly surprised-- the tool is reasonably priced,
- [Top 36 36 Blogs Help Nurses with Their Careers](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/top-36-36-blogs-help-nurses-with-their/) - ©ResumeMag The Nursing Site Blog is honored to be recognized by Resume Mag as one of the 36 top blogs that help nurses with their careers. Thanks!!! Check out this great resource and the other 35 honorees.
- [Help with Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis](https://thenursingsite.com/2012/01/help-with-care-plans-and-nursing/) - I was working on my own lens at Squidoo today and came across a site that I thought could be helpful to those of you just learning about, or struggling to master: Nursing Diagnosis, NANDA and Care Plans. You can also find more about the Nursing Process and other nursing theories at TheNursingSite.com. Hope you
- [Happy 2012](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/12/happy-2012/) - © Kathy Quan
- [Happy Holidays!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/12/happy-holidays-3/) - Happy Holidays!!!
- [Support the National Nurse Act of 2011](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/12/support-national-nurse-act-of-2011/) - Nearly 50% of adults (over 16) in the US are considered to be health care illiterate. That doesn't simply mean they can't read. In fact, many can read quite well. It means that they don't understand enough about their own health status and about the health care systems to be able to even ask the
- [The Five Biggest Myths About Online Nursing Degrees](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/12/five-biggest-myths-about-online-nursing/) - From UT Arlington College of Nursing: 1. Sitting in a classroom is the only way to really learn. The nurses participating in an RN to BSN program all have plenty of clinical experience and the program is designed specifically to teach critical thinking, leadership/management strategies, community health advocacy and research skills. These are all areas
- [Uniforms Harbor Bacteria](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/12/uniforms-harbor-bacteria/) - I work in an office setting now reviewing charts, but I am still acutely aware of the germs and bacteria the paper can harbor. I'm not a germaphobe by any means, but I wash my hands frequently. Years ago, when I worked in the field in home health, we didn't wear uniforms and scrubs were
- [The Everything New Nurse Book -- Second Edition](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/11/everything-new-nurse-book-second/) - The Everything New Nurse Book -- Second Edition comes out TODAY. It's available in book stores and on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. It's also available in Kindle format from Amazon. I hope you enjoy it.
- [Degrees and Certifications for Aspiring Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/11/degrees-and-certifications-for-aspiring/) - A guest post from Elaine Hircsch Nursing is a field usually without a shortage of jobs. Nurses comprise the nation's largest group of healthcare professionals, and while a lagging economy might cause some healthcare organizations to tighten up on hiring and shift nurses to different departments to fill in during these periods, there are generally
- [Some People Should NOT be Nurses!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/11/i-havent-been-here-in-awhile-and-i/) - I haven't been here in awhile and I'm sorry. My family has been dealing with the dying process of a dear sweet soul. Before I begin, regarding HIPAA considerations, I have the necessary permissions to divulge information. The better part of the last 3-4 months have been consumed with dealing with the ramifications of the
- [RIP Steve Jobs](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/10/rip-steve-jobs/) - "Your time is limited so don't waste it living someone else's life..." Steve Jobs inspired many to become great just by doing their own thing and not being afraid to be who they are. Being a nurse is similar.... be the nurse you would want taking care of you if you couldn't care for
- [Starched White Uniforms Had Their Place???](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/09/starched-white-uniforms-had-their-place/) - Nurses get dirty. That's just a fact of life and part of the job description. So nurses need uniforms that can take a lot of torture from on-the-job messes to frequent laundering with chemicals and temperatures meant to kill bacteria as well as the fabrics. Scrubs are one of the best things ever invented to
- [Never Forget 9-11-01](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/09/never-forget-9-11-01/) - photo by Kathy Quan There is nothing as sobering as standing at Ground Zero and realizing the way the world was changed that day. We will never forget.
- [How to Become a Nurse if You Have Criminal Charges on File?](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/08/how-to-become-nurse-if-you-have/) - One of the most common questions I am asked concerns how to go about becoming a nurse when you have a criminal record stemming from domestic problems such as a very messy ending to a marriage or relationship. Nurses are the most trusted professionals for Honesty and Ethics as evidenced by annual Gallup Polls from
- [Why Nurses Need Professional Liability Insurance](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/08/why-nurses-need-professional-liability/) - A Guest post from Robert Hauser... All medical professionals should have a good malpractice policy in place, including nurses. A lot of nurses think they are immune from malpractice claims; after all, it is doctors who are most commonly sued, right? Unfortunately, this is not the case. Nurses can be sued for malpractice as well,
- [Top 50 You Tube Videos About Nursing Specialties](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/08/top-50-you-tube-videos-about-nursing/) - Nursing offers so many specialties, but too many nurses feel stuck and have no idea how to find information about a specialty, much less how to move their career in that direction. Here's a great site with links to all sorts of opportunities for nurses wishing to advance their careers and education.
- [Nursing Receives $71M Influx From Grants :: Dorland Health](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/08/nursing-receives-71m-influx-from-grants/) - Nursing Receives $71M Influx From Grants :: Dorland Health
- [Nursing Strategies: Understanding the Sources & Costs of Conflict – Hot Topics – Healthcare – American Sentinel University Blog](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/08/nursing-strategies-understanding/) - Nursing Strategies: Understanding the Sources & Costs of Conflict – Hot Topics – Healthcare – American Sentinel University Blog
- [Please Help With Surveys](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/07/please-help-with-surveys/) - My friends at BestNursingDegree.com are putting together some information for new nurses and they have designed a couple of surveys to help them gather the data and information to make this useful. They have 2 surveys designed to help gather this information. Please take a few minutes to give your input. Thanks! What is the
- [Consider This: A Matter of National Security](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/07/consider-this-matter-of-nationa/) - Well said Rita!!! Here's a great take on the subject from The Nurses' Nurse... the National Nurse is a matter of national security!!! Read more....
- [Handwashing RAP](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/06/handwashing-rap/) - Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs)kill. Nurses and health care professionals in ALL settings must wash their hands frequently to maintain safe sanitary conditions for their patient and themselves. Here's a cute RAP video to help remind you and your colleagues of the importance of using sanitizers or plain old soap and water to stop the spread
- [Nominate Your MVP](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/06/nominate-your-mvp/) - Do you have an MVP in your life? Nominate that Most Valuable Person at Brandman University's Facebook site by June 22 at 1:00PM and they may have an opportunity to be honored at an Angels® baseball game on July 20th in Anaheim, CA. You'll receive 2 ticket vouchers just for nominating your MVP, and your
- [Everything New Nurse Book Second Edition](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/06/everything-new-nurse-book-second-2/) - UPDATE: The Everything New Nurse Book Second Edition is available for purchase from Amazon. It was published Nov. 18, 2011. And you can follow us on Facebook. Please "Like" the page. Thanks!!!
- [Clearing Up Misconceptions Regarding Nursing Assistants: Balancing a Family and a Career](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/05/clearing-up-misconceptions-regarding/) - A Guest Post from Pamelia Brown... Clearing Up Misconceptions Regarding Nursing Assistants: Balancing a Family and a Career If you currently have a family or kids on the way, a job as a full time nurse may be more demanding than you think. Many people believe nursing assistants are women or men who are solely
- [What Nursing Shortage?!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/05/what-nursing-shortage/) - As "graduation season" approaches once again, another class of nurses will be looking for jobs and many will be disappointed that there seem to be no jobs available which is not what they expected when they became nursing students. For years we have experienced and heard about this terrible shortage of nurses and if you
- [HAPPY NURSES WEEK!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/05/happy-nurses-week/) - Photos courtesy Microsoft.com
- [Help Support National Nurse Act for 2011](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/05/help-support-national-nurse-act-for/) - In celebrating National Nurses Day and Nurses Week, we need to advocate for our profession and for our patients. A National Nurse would help us to promote the wellness model and move away from the sick care model of health care. This would bring about a healthier population and one focused on prevention and wellness.
- [Nurses Week is Approaching](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/04/nurses-week-is-approaching/) - Nurses Week and Nurses Day celebrations will begin taking place in early May. In the U.S. Nurses Week is May 6-12 and National Nurses Day is May 6. International Nurses Day is May 12, the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale. Nurses Trusted to Care is the American Nurses Association official theme for Nurses
- [Things to Consider About a Nursing Career](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/04/things-to-consider-about-nursing-career/) - It's the time of the year when high schoolers begin to make some decisions about college and careers. We certainly hope nursing is something you have been thinking seriously about. Here's a few things to consider in making your decision.... Before You Decide to Become a Nurse.
- [One Nurse at a Time -- Nurses Giving Back](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/04/one-nurse-at-time-nurses-giving-back/) - One Nurse at a Time is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization which was created for nurses by nurses with a passion about giving back to the local as well as national and global communities through volunteer operations. "Although the majority of Americans have some understanding of what nurses do in the United States—working in clinics, hospitals,
- [April 4-11th is National Public Health Week-Time to Take Action](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/04/april-4-11th-is-national-public-hea/) - It's time for America to have a National Nurse . Nurses need to become strong leaders and involved in every aspect of health are decisions. This week we celebrate National Public Health Week (April 4-11) and recognize that this is a perfect time to support and endorse the National Nurse campaign. From the 3/30/11 National
- [Medical Scrubs and Their Role in Treatment](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/03/medical-scrubs-and-their-role-in/) - A guest post from Josh Weiss Every nurse wants to be the best she can be, and is constantly working to improve her service to patients and the medical community at large. One aspect that is rarely touched upon is that of the medical scrubs worn on the job. Although it may sound mundane, studies
- [National Nurse Act of 2011](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/03/national-nurse-act-of-2011/) - The National Nurse campaign had some good news last week when Rep. Anthony Weiner (NY-9) introduced HR 1119 the National Nurse Act of 2011 to the 112th Congress. HR1119 has already garnered sponsorship from several members of Congress. Please contact your Congressional representative to consider sponsorship an support of this important, bipartisan, cost neutral legislation.
- [5 Tips for Effective Writing That Any Nurse Can Learn](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/03/5-tips-for-effective-writing-that-any/) - A guest post from Katheryn Rivas Learning to write well is not impossible for nurses. In fact, nurses already possess a fundamental writing skill just from successfully completing their medical training: writing concisely. Nurses regularly synthesize information, such as patient symptoms and treatment effects, and condense all of this data down into short and to-the-point
- [What to Look for in a Good Nurse Education Program](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/03/what-to-look-for-in-good-nurse/) - Guest Post By Patricia Walling Recently there have been dramatic shifts in the healthcare industry. As the largest generation of Americans, the baby boomers, ages, the emphasis of healthcare is shifting from physician-based care to nursing. As a result, nursing has become one of the fastest growing professions in the United States. The Department of
- [Earthquake Hits Japan](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/03/earthquake-hits-japan/) - Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone affected by the earthquake in Japan.
- [Some Great Articles and Sites to Check Out...](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/03/some-great-articles-to-check-ou/) - It has been awhile since my last post. I recently completed an online interview with BestNursingDegree.com about home health, hospice and nursing in general. (I'm not the best public speaker, but I really hope you'll enjoy the information!) I have also bee very busy editing and writing-- working on the second edition of The Everything
- [Volunteer Options for Retired Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/02/volunteer-options-for-retired-nurses/) - Another Guest Post-- Enjoy.... Retired but Still Active? Volunteer Ideas for Nurses Many nurses have, before retiring, spent countless hours on the job in a high pressure environment. If, after a few years of retirement you realize that you miss the excitement of nursing, a very high-energy career, and you find that you still feel
- [Consider a Career in ICU Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/01/consider-career-in-icu-nursing/) - I was honored to accept a guest article from JG Enriquez at Brain Track for The Nursing Site. It's about Careers in ICU Nursing. Check it out on the Article Index under Guest Articles.
- [Job Resources and National Nurses Week Theme](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/01/job-resources-and-national-nurses-week/) - I've been a bit slow to catch up on my emails and other reading. Here's a great resource from ANA about Career Resources for New Grads. Also from ANA is the 2011 National Nurses Week Theme: Nurses Trusted to Care. Media guides and other info is available at the ANA site. National Nurses Week is
- [Do You Understand How the Affordable Care Act Affects the Nursing Profession?](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/01/do-you-understand-how-affordable-care/) - The Affordable Care Act is going to come under attack in Congress again soon. Many of us can share reasons why we need this law from our own harrowing experiences with pre-existing clauses and insurance that capped out etc. Here's some of the ways the law impacts nurses and the future of nursing...
- [A Moment of Silence](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/01/moment-of-silence/) - Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the victims of the recent Tuscon AZ shooting. We wish for a speedy and full recovery for those who were not fatally wounded, and for comapssion and empathy for the families who lost loved ones in this senseless murder. May they be laid to rest in peace!
- [It's 1/1/11](https://thenursingsite.com/2011/01/its-1111/) - •°*”˜˜”*°•.¸☆ ★ ☆¸.•°*”˜˜”*°•.¸☆ ╔╗╔╦══╦═╦═╦╗╔╗ ★ ★ ★ ║╚╝║══║═║═║╚╝║ ☆¸.•°*”˜˜”*°•.¸☆ ║╔╗║╔╗║╔╣╔╩╗╔╝ ★ NEW YEAR ☆ 2011 ╚╝╚╩╝╚╩╝╚╝═╚╝ ￥☆★☆★☆￥
- [How an LPNs' Scope of Practice Differs from an RN's](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/12/how-lpns-scope-of-practice-differs-fro/) - NOTE: This article has stimulated a lot of conversation which is great. Please understand that the LPN Scope of Practice will vary from state to state according to the LPN Nurse Practice Act. In many states the LPN can perform many more tasks; sometimes additional education and certification is required. The information here gives the
- [Merry Christmas!](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/12/merry-christmas/) - To all who celebrate == Merry Christmas!!!
- [News for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/12/news-for-nurses/) - This post is going to be a hodgepodge of information as the holidays rapidly approach and the year winds down. I wish you all a safe and happy holiday season!!! Hope 2011 brings new and exciting times. I have a few guest posts in the queue that I hope you will enjoy as we move
- [Becoming a Nurse – What Does it Entail?](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/12/becoming-nurse-what-does-it-entai/) - A guest post from Bobbie Walker... Nursing is a profession that’s being looked at with new eyes today – people are waking up the fact that nursing involves more than just patient care and long hours. There’s a demand for nurses in all areas of healthcare, from hospitals to schools to private homes. So if
- [Road Map for a Successful RN Career](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/road-map-for-successful-rn-career/) - The Following is a Guest Post Chris Urbano has been a registered nurse for over 30 years with broad experience as a school nurse, ICU nurse, nurse educator, legal nurse consultant, and now as director of nursing at a long-term residential facility. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master of
- [Happy Thanksgiving](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/happy-thanksgiving/) - Wishing everyone in the U.S. a very safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
- [Tips for Assessing Pain](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/tips-for-assessing-pain/) - How much do you know about pain assessment? Pain is the fifth vital sign and should be assessed at least once each shift in facilities, and at each visit fro home care and hospice patients. It's not always easy to assess pain in patients with cognitive deficiencies. Portraits in Pain offers you several tips to
- [Nurses: Tips for Eating Healthy on the Job](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/nurses-tips-for-eating-healthy-on-job/) - This guest post is contributed by Alvina Lopez, who writes on the topics of accredited online schools. She welcomes your comments at her email Id: alvina.lopez @gmail.com. Tips for eating healthy on the job Nursing students typically learn about good nutrition and eating habits in college, but the second they graduate and start to work in a
- [Thanks for the Listing!](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/thanks-for-listing/) - Many thanks to Shawn Fisher for mentioning The Nursing Site Blog on the post: 50 Resources for Students Attending Online Nurse Practitioner Schools. (We're #19- Nurses Health) Many terrific articles here. Great reading!
- [Keep in Touch With Your Legislators](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/keep-in-touch-with-your-legislators/) - Now that the election is over, time to contact your legislators with your ideas for the new Congress. Unfortunately we have become so dependent on instant gratification that we often lose sight of the fact that some things can take a long time to fix. Lets just hope the new Congress can actually find some
- [Don't Forget to VOTE!](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/11/dont-forget-to-vote/) - It's election day in the U.S. It's mid term for President Obama and many congressional seats are expected to shift parties. Please be sure to VOTE. Everyone's vote counts. And if you don't believe me, look up the 2000 presidential race. Remember that Freedom Isn't Free, and so very many have given their lives in
- [Health Care is Going Home.... No Surprise to Home Health Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/10/health-care-is-going-home-no-surprise/) - There's an interesting commentary in the latest New England Journal of Medicine on how the future of health care will revolve around home care for a variety of reasons. Ask any home care nurse for an opinion, and you may be surprised to know that we've been spouting this gospel for YEARS now. Nice to
- [Help New Grads Find Jobs](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/10/help-new-grads-find-jobs/) - Helping new grads find jobs is a very important issue. The nursing shortage may have been temporarily stalled because of the downturn of the economy, but as the economy gets healthy again, and health care reform is implemented the nursing shortage has the potential to grow very rapidly. Helping new grads find work also encourages
- [Nurses Health Study III Needs More Nurses to Participate](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/10/nurses-health-study-iii-needs-more/) - The Nurses Health Study III is looking for more nurses to join in the study which began in 1976. If you are female, born in the U.S., and between 22 and 45 years of age (born after January 1, 1965), please consider joining this long running study. The questionnaires are available online. The first one
- [New Change of Shift Posted](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/10/new-change-of-shift-posted/) - Kim has posted the latest version of CHANGE OF SHIFT. Check it out. There's always a lot of nursing news and information. Thanks Kim for a great job as always!!!!
- [About the Blog Roll](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/10/about-blog-ro/) - You'll note that the Blog Roll is no longer in the right hand sidebar. I have moved it to it's own page. See the TAB at the top of this page. It's next to HOME, under the logo. If you would like to be listed, please see the instructions at the top of the Blog
- [When We Have 100 Members....](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/09/when-we-have-100-members/) - When we reach 100 members of TheNursingSiteGroup on Facebook, we will put all the names in a hat and have a drawing for some small prizes, such as DVDs and books. So invite your friends and colleagues to join as well.
- [Nursing Site Group on Facebook](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/09/nursing-site-group-on-facebook/) - Join our new group on Facebook. Post a discussion, share your ideas, support the nursing profession.
- [National Drug Take-Back Day 9/25/10](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/09/national-drug-take-back-day-92510/) - On September 25, 2010, the U.S. Justice Dept Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring a national Drug Take-Back Day in cooperation with local and state law enforcement agencies. The public can rid their medicine cabinets of no longer used prescription and over the counter medications free of charge, anonymously and no questions asked. This is
- [Why Choose CNA as a Stepping Stone Career in the Medical Field?](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/09/why-choose-cna-as-stepping-stone-career/) - Guest Post from Catherine Bynes at CNATrainingTips.com You might want to consider training to receive your nursing assistant certification if you want to have a career in the medical field but are not yet able or ready to spend the time or money for a more advanced career. It is not uncommon for individuals to
- [Students Not Exploring Health Careers](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/08/students-not-exploring-health-careers/) - The nursing shortage may seem stalled since the economy tanked, but as the economy recovers and health care reform becomes a reality, that shortage is going to come back with a bang and we're going to be very ill prepared to deal with it. As new reports seem to indicate, high school students are not
- [NursingSiteNetwork Will Close Today](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/08/nursingsitenetwork-will-close-today/) - I'm sorry to say that the Nursing Site Network at Ning.com will close today. Ning.com has decided to charge for hosting these networks and at this time I cannot see my way to charge readers to join to cover the costs, so have decided to let it go. We have The Nursing Site Forum hosted
- [NY Nurse Practitioner Helps Shape Lives](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/ny-nurse-practitioner-helps-shape-lives/) - Miraclebody Jeans ran a contest in April 2010 to search for women who make a difference and help shape lives. Megan Sikorski of New York was one of the four women chosen. Megan is a Nurse Practitioner in pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplant at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in NY. She is also a
- [FREE Web Seminar on Retirement for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/free-web-seminar-on-retirement-for/) - A FREE web seminar on Planning for Retirement: A Guide for Nurses and Other Busy Women will be held next Thursday, July 29 at 2:0 PM EDT. According to the sponsors, the US Department of Labor, EBSA, the Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) and the Center for American Nurses, "Planning for a secure
- [Changes](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/changes/) - The Nursing Site Blog will be restored in the next few days. Please be patient Thanks Kathy
- [New Patient's Bill of Rights](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/new-patients-bill-of-rights/) - A new Patient's Bill of Rights has been made possible as the health care reform act begins to be enacted beginning in September. Read this list of consumer protections and help your patients understand their new rights.
- [The Nursing Site Rebuilt](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/nursing-site-rebui/) - TheNursingSite.com has now been redesigned and rebuilt. If you are trying to link to a URL and getting a broken link, please refer to the Article Index to locate the files. Articles are now stored as .pdf fies and will require a .pdf reader to open such as Adobe Reader. Some links from the articles
- [Happy July 4th](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/happy-july-4/) - Happy July 4th! Have a safe and happy holiday!!! Take a moment to give thanks and say a prayer for our military nurses. Here's a great post from Sara Ellis that puts it all in perspective. Thanks Sara!
- [Troubles with Hosting](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/troubles-with-hosting/) - If you've been trying to access The Nursing Site, and even this blog over the last few days, I appologize for any issues. I am setting up new hosting for The Nursing Site so that eventually it can be more efficient and I can update the site more easily. However, this is taking forever to
- [Meg Whitman Taking on California Nurses-- Political Suicide?](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/07/meg-whitman-taking-on-california-nurses/) - Meg Whitman has chosen to take on the California Nurses Association in her campaign to become the next governor of California. She didn't learn that this can be a very dangerous thing for CA politicians to do? Nurses are joining teachers and other unions to donate millions and campaign for Democratic candidate Jerry Brown. Read
- [National Nurse Act Needs ANA Support- NOW](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/06/national-nurse-act-needs-ana-suppor/) - The ANA has elected a new president to serve for the next two years. Her name is Karen Daley. I know that there are many of us who hope that the new board will be more devoted to supporting nurses and the nursing profession and less affected by the power and role as others have
- [Edith Shain-- VJ Day Nurse Dies](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/06/edith-shain-vj-day-nurse-dies/) - Edith Shain was kissed by a U.S. sailor in Times Square on VJ Day August 14, 1945, and the picture has been an iconic image of patriotism and nurses ever since. The sailor was never identified. Famed photographer Alfred Eisenstadt snapped the picture for LIFE Magazine as part of the celebration of the end of
- [Quotes to Entertain and Inspire](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/06/quotes-to-entertain-and-inspire/) - Nursingschools.net recently published a list of 100 Entertaining and Inspiring Quotes for Nurses to "help inspire you or make you laugh and make your day a little brighter." Enjoy!
- [Happy Father's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/06/happy-fathers-day/) - Wishing all the dads a very Happy Father's Day! It takes a special person to become a nurse and many more men are joining the ranks of some of the finest nurses! Thanks and have a special day!
- [HawthoRNe Available on DVD](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/06/hawthorne-available-on-dvd/) - On June 15, 2010, Sony Pictures will release the first season of HawthoRNe starring Jada Pinkett Smith on DVD. The TNT popular drama features Christina Hawthorne RN (Pinkett Smith) a recently-widowed nursing director in her struggles with her teenage daughter, bureaucratic hospital administrators, egotistical doctors and burned out nurses. The series also stars: *
- [Let's Hear About Success Stories](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/06/lets-hear-about-success-stories/) - It's graduation season and let's take a moment to congratulate all the new nurses!!!! Good luck with your boards and your new careers. But for far too many new nurses, the age old story of graduating college and having difficulty finding a job is becoming a common thread. And yet we're still saying there's a
- [Always Nice to See a Listing Like This](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/05/always-nice-to-see-listing-like-this/) - Thanks for the mention!! 52 Blogs Run By Doctors or Nurses...
- [10 iPhone Apps Every Nurse Must Have](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/05/10-iphone-apps-every-nurse-must-have/) - A Guest Post from Melissa Tamura The ever changing and fast paced Health Care industry is a confusing place to work. New treatments, new medications and new procedures make keeping track of it all a tall order. Many apps available for the popular iPhone from Apple offer reference materials and diagnostic tools for making vital
- [Another Way to Honor the Nursing Profession During Nurses Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/05/another-way-to-honor-nursing-profession/) - Do something for YOU and your fellow nurses to celebrate Nurses Week..... Call or email your Senators and Representatives and ask them to co-sponsor legislation in the House or Senate that improves Home Health Care and allows for Advance Practice nurses such as NPs. Clinical Nusre Specialists and Nurse Midwifes to sign orders for home
- [Happy Nurses Day!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/05/happy-nurses-day-3/) - Happy Nurses Day and Happy Nurses Week! I know, no one gave you a huge raise. And no one gave you an additional week of vacation. And you are still the MOST overworked and underpaid professional in your group of friends and family!!!! Guess what? You're a nurse! YOU make a difference in someone's life
- [Nurses Week T Shirt Contest](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/04/nurses-week-t-shirt-contes/) - Patrick Fuerstenau at Medical Solutions alerted me to a contest they are having for Nurses Week. Design a T Shirt at Fiber.com and be entered in their contest. Please VOTE for my design here. (Thanks). The contest continues through Nurses Week which ends May 12.
- [Stereotyping Nurses Can Be Dangerous to Your Health](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/04/stereotyping-nurses-can-be-dangerous-to/) - In another great post, Sara Ellis at RNDegrees.net has hit the topic on the head once again! Negative stereotypes of nurses really do hurt patients. Nurses don't get the respect and therefore we don't get the money to help us educate nurse educators and new nurses to take on the roles that nurses really do
- [National Nurse Resolution Presented at NSNA](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/04/national-nurse-resolution-presented-a/) - Portland Community College student delegates presented a Resolution to the NSNA Convention in Orlando Florida last evening (4/9/10). Resolution A was in support of a National Nurse. PCC Nurse Presenters were: Craig Grover SN, PCC SNA Chapter Membership Coordinator, Resolution Co-author Jennifer Reed SN, PCC SNA Chapter Treasurer, Resolution Co-author Elizabeth McPhee SN, PCC SNA
- [Advance Your Nursing Degree Now](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/04/advance-your-nursing-degree-now/) - Here's a guest post from Julie Blanche at Nursing Student Tutor. 5 Reasons Now is a Great Time to Advance Your Nursing Degree Are you a nurse who has been mulling over the idea of going back to school for an advanced degree or certification in the nursing field? Now is an excellent time to
- [Need a National Nurse Now More Than Ever!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/03/need-national-nurse-now-more-than-ever/) - We need a National Nurse NOW to provide the leadership and guidance to help us provide the best quality health care possible in this decade and beyond. Here's another tidbit of the games ANA is playing.... read and comment (there) please.
- [What Things Do You Think Nurses Know?](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/03/what-things-do-you-think-nurses-know/) - For those considering a career in nursing, here is a dynamic list of 25 Things You May Not Know About What Nurses Know. Everyday nurses get asked what it is that they do and since nursing is such an all encompassing career, some of these may well define exactly what they do everyday.
- [Yes, Nurse Practitioners Can (and Should) Make More Money than Some Doctors](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/03/yes-nurse-practitioners-can-and-should/) - Nurses have battled the image of being doctor's helpers for so long and sometimes it seems as if we have broken through that barrier, and other times it feels as if we are being stuffed right back into that box. Whether or not Congress ever gets the health care reform passed, there are many changes
- [Earth Song (Why Don't We Stand)](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/03/earth-song-why-dont-we-stand/) - A nice song from Pete Dowan in honor of upcoming Earth Day. Enjoy......
- [What Happens When Someone Files a BRN Complaint?](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/03/what-happens-when-someone-files-brn/) - 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
- [Another Great List of Blogs for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/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!
- [National Nurse Legislation Introduced](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/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
- [Why You Should Become a CNA Before Applying to Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/why-you-should-become-cna-before/) - 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
- [101 Blog Posts for New Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/101-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.)
- [Medical Professionals of Tomorrow Scholarship Contest](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/medical-professionals-of-tomorrow/) - The first Medical Professionals of Tomorrow Scholarship is being held for the fall 2010 semester. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay along with their online application that explains who or what inspired them to seek out a career in healthcare. The winner of the scholarship will receive a check for $1,000 to help with tuition
- [Diploma Nursing Programs are a Dying Breed](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/diploma-nursing-programs-are-dying/) - Diploma nursing programs are a dying breed and in 2011, another one will close. Unfortunately, there aren't more ADN and BSN programs jumping up to take the places and there continues to be tremendous shortage of nurse educators.
- [50 Best Blogs for New Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/02/50-best-blogs-for-new-nurses/) - These are some terrific blogs for nurses at all stages of their careers. Check out the list there's some great choices in there along with The Nursing Site Blog.Thanks Jennifer for the link!
- [An Open Letter to Mrs. Michelle Obama](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/open-letter-to-mrs-michelle-obama/) - Dear Mrs. Obama, As nurses, we were thrilled when the President announced during his State of the Union speech that you will be spearheading a comprehensive program to reduce childhood obesity. As you well know this is one of the fastest rising epidemics in our country. If we are indeed to make a difference and
- [Nurses: Americans Want to Hear Your Opinions and Honor You](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/nurses-americans-want-to-hear-your/) - Nursing is a profession that provides many opportunities for a variety of skills and passions. Nurses: Caring Today for a Healthier Tomorrow (the 2010 Nurses Week Theme) sums up some of that as nurses strive to provide quality care and patient education to people from all walks of life in many different settings and situations.
- [Everyone Helps in a Crisis](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/everyone-helps-in-crisis/) - Remember to be careful and don't get scammed into donating money in bogus plots to help Haiti. Check out the sources and give to legitimate charities. UPS is NOT shipping for free and American Airlines is not taking nurses and doctors to Haiti for free. Reliable sources such as NPR Radio have lists of legit
- [How to Help in the Aftermath of the Earthquake in Haiti?](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/how-to-help-in-aftermath-of-earthquake/) - The earthquake in Haiti has been devastating. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their friends and families. As nurses our first instinct is always, how can we help? Here's a list of suggestions from NPR. photo: stockxchng.com
- [Call for Interviews](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/call-for-interviews/) - I received a request from a fellow nurse and freelance writer, Linda Hepler BSN, RN. (Google her she's written some excellent articles!) She's working on an article now about spring uniform fashion and needs some input from nurses who wear uniforms such as what do you look for in fit, fashion and features, etc. I
- [Time Management for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/time-management-for-nurses/) - Nurses have to be organized! If you aren't, you're going to struggle and be stressed more than usual by the job no matter what field you work in, such as a hospital, clinic, home health or at a desk type job. Most nurses are over achievers which can usually mean one of two things; they
- [Passing the NCLEX](https://thenursingsite.com/2010/01/passing-nclex/) - The winter holidays are over and it's back to work and school. Hope you had a good time! Congratulations to those of you who recently graduated from nursing school or will be doing so soon. The next step will be to pass your NCLEX exam. Here's a couple of links to some advice to help
- [Happy New Year!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/12/happy-new-year-3/) - It's hard to find someone who isn't ready to say good riddance to 2009 and soon it will be behind us along with one of the most difficult decades. At the same time, we bring the lessons we have learned forward with us into the new decade. The challenges we faced will make us stronger
- [Happy Holidays](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/12/happy-holidays-4/) - As the year winds down and we enter the last of the holidays, this year I want to thank you for your loyal readership. I wish you and your families the very best of times. Take time to enjoy, celebrate and make memories with your friends and loved ones. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate.
- [Shortage of Nurse Educators Continues to Keep Students out of Nursing schools](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/12/shortage-of-nurse-educators-continues/) - The nursing shortage affects us all. And the even bigger problem is the shoratge of nurse educators. In these lean economic times when so many are out of jobs, it seems even more cruel that over 48,000 qualified students were turned away from nursing programs in 2008-9. In just six years' time there will be
- [Many Thanks for Those Working the Holidays!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/many-thanks-for-those-working-holidays/) - A big shout out to the nurses at Kaiser Woodland Hills Hospital especially in the ER and Telemetry. Thanks for all you did for my mom the past few days. We're thankful for those who worked the holiday and holiday weekend!! Because being there for patients, sacrificing time with our own loved ones, is what
- [Happy Thanksgiving](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving-2/) - Wishing all of you the very happiest of Thanksgiving days. Make some wonderful memories and remember that you make a difference in someone's life everyday! That is especially true for all the nurses working today!!!
- [Lets Say Thanks](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/lets-say-thanks/)
- [ONN Update](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/onn-update/) - The Office of the National Nurse has an ad included in new literature about health care reform just sent to the House of Representatives. Click here to download the .pdf file.
- [Nursing Novellas Offer Unique Teaching Tool](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/nursing-novellas-offer-unique-teaching/) - Two issues that are major players in the nursing world are loss and grief and lateral violence (aka nurses eat their young). For new nurses, these can be problems that make or break a career. For those who are burned out and having trouble coping with caring for others, it can be a major turning
- [Nurses Willing to Teach Can Earn Grants](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/nurses-willing-to-teach-can-earn-grants/) - The nursing shortage continues to grow despite the economic crisis causing many nurses to delay retirement or return to work. Many pundits fear that when the economy recovers, the nursing shortage will increase as Baby Boomer nurses finally do retire, possibly in droves. President Obama has been working with the ANA to help divert this
- [A Salute to Our Vets!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/salute-to-our-vets/) - Yikes, I see my Happy Veteran's Day post is lost somewhere in cyberspace. Well then I just have to adhere to the idea that we should say THANK YOU to our Veterans EVERYDAY for the many sacrifices they make to keep us safe. We all know very well that Freedom is not FREE!! As nurses
- [Nursing Issues in Health Care Reform Bill](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/nursing-issues-in-health-care-refor/) - There are some very important issues for nurses in the Health Care Reform debate. They include: Funding for nursing education and the education of more nurse educators Rights and responsibilities for APRNs Quality of care issues The House of Representative is set to vote on Saturday Nov. 7 on HR 3962, the final House version
- [LPN to RN](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/11/lpn-to-rn/) - With RN programs impacted and waiting lists growing, many are turning to LPN programs to get their nursing career started. Some will find that this is the part of nursing they love, and others will want to continue on for other career options in the RN track. Read more...
- [Nurses Needed: The Nursing Shortage is NO Myth](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/10/nurses-needed-nursing-shortage-is-no/) - Recently, the PBS program NOW re-ran it's program on the nursing shortage. You might want to take a look. The recession may have slowed down the shortage temporarily, but the shortage is NO myth! For more information see the PBS site.
- [From Uniforms to Unions and the H1N1 Vaccine Debate](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/10/from-uniforms-to-unions-and-h1n1/) - A few tidbits of info... It seems New York State has rescinded its mandatory H1N1 flu shots for health care workers policy. With a shortage of flu vaccine, they have decided to prioritize who gets the vaccine and they don't have enough to go around if they vaccinate all the nurses and other health care
- [YAZ/Yasmin Under Investigation from FDA](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/10/yazyasmin-under-investigation-from-fda/) - One of the points about health care reform is that the high cost of health care has to be contained. When companies and drug manufacturers mislead the lay public and health care professionals about their products, this doesn't help. When side effects are minimized and people are injured, this adds to the problem. YAZ and
- [Institute for Health Care Presents the Future of Nursing](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/10/institute-for-health-care-presents/) - The next WIHI will feature a discussion about the Future of Nursing : "There may be a shortage of nurses in many parts of the US, but there’s no shortage of rethinking and redesign underway to strengthen the profession and to help nurses be more effective providers of quality patient care. Health care reform, along
- [For Home Health Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/10/foe-home-health-nurses/) - If you have an interest in home health nursing, make note that I have recently revamped my website, Housecalls-Online.com which has been around for almost a decade now. You will also find some helpful information on my other home health site: HomeHealth101.com I have also started a Forum for home health professionals on Google Groups.
- [Patient Confidentiality](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/10/patient-confidentiality/) - In the past few days Elizabeth Taylor has tweeted (@DameElizabeth) several times about her heart valve surgery and hospitalization. Since she has made her health condition and hospitalization public, does this mean the nurses can divulge that they have provided care for her? NO it does not! HIPAA regulations still hold, and even before these
- [Cost & Convenience Drive Students to Online Learning](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/09/cost-convenience-drive-students-to/) - With the recession playing havoc with the job market, President Obama has encouraged people to get more education. For many, the prospect of attending a brick and mortar college is out of the question. Although you cannot become a nurse with online courses, online learning opportunities are available for nurses looking to expand their education.
- [New Products from SupportForNurses.com](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/09/new-products-from-supportfornursesco/) - If you noticed that my posts here were few and far between over the summer, I can now show you why. I was very busy updating 3 e-booklets and developing a new e-Toolkit for SupportForNurses. All of these products can be very helpful to new nurses in particular, and to experienced nurses who need some
- [AJN Editor Supports a National Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/09/ajn-editor-supports-national-nurse/) - I was thrilled to see today that Diana Mason, editor-in-chief emeritus of The American Journal of Nursing has come out in support of an Office of the National Nurse after spending some time discussing the issue with nurses from the UK where they have this kind of national leadership for nurses. Read her comments in
- [09-11-01 Never Forget](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/09/09-11-01-never-forge/) - Our hearts and prayers are with all who lost loved ones on that horrible day in NYC, PA, and Washington DC. Take a moment of silence to remember, and never forget!
- [New York Mandates Flu Shots for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/09/new-york-mandates-flu-shots-for-nurses/) - Despite objection in July from the New York State Nurses Association, New York has imposed a mandate for all health care workers to be vaccinated against the flu virus this year. New York was very hard hit last spring by the H1N1 Swine flu and is experiencing another rush of the illness so far this
- [Is Your Drug Book or Application Up to Date?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/09/is-your-drug-book-or-application-up-to/) - Do you have the latest version of your drug book, smart phone application or software? The advantage of smart phone or PDA applications as well as any medical software is that it can be updated frequently where as a hard copy book cannot. But whatever your personal or professional choice, you need to update them
- [Voices of Meningitis Initiative](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/voices-of-meningitis-initiative/) - The National Association of School Nurses is hoping to help save lives this year and inform parents about the dangers of meningitis for teens and preteens ages 11-18. This can be prevented if children receive the vaccine. Actress Lori Laughlin is a mother of 3 herself and is the national spokesperson for the Voices of
- [Health Care Reform for Dummies](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/health-care-reform-for-dummies/) - For those who want the FACTS about the proposed health care reform and not the rumors about death panels etc.....here's some plain, simple information.
- [How to Become a Nurse Practitioner](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/how-to-become-nurse-practitioner/) - For those of you thinking about becoming a nurse practitioner, be sure you understand the education process before applying to or starting an education course. All too often students find themselves in an ADN program staring at six more years of education when they could have gone into a BSN program. I always suggest that
- [Technical Difficulties](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/technical-difficulties/) - I have noted the fact that this site is not loading properly and am investigating it. Thanks for your patience and loyalty!!! NOT: If you have a bookmark for this site and it's not working, then delete the bookmark and make a new one. This seems to help. Also, if you get an error message,
- [Finding an Online Nursing Program Takes Some Work](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/finding-online-nursing-program-takes/) - One of our sponsors, eLearners.com, has contributed a guest article to TheNursingSite.com on how to find an online nursing program that works best for you. Here's a sneak peek at some of the advice offered in Do Your Homework: Find the Right Online School:"If you want a degree that’s taken seriously in the workplace, you
- [Health Care Reform](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/08/health-care-refor/) - Health care reform is needed in this country! Have you spent hours on the phone with an insurance company trying to get coverage for yourself, a loved on, or a patient? Until you have you won't understand how badly this is needed. Some eighteen year old tells you NO, and the CEO is off on
- [FREE Telesummit for Caregivers](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/free-telesummit-for-caregivers/) - I am participating in an important FREE telesummit sponsored by The Eldercare Support Group for anyone caring for an aging patient, friend or family member such as parent, grandparent, in-law, etc.(UPDATE: My presentation will be Saturday Aug. 8 at Noon) TELESUMMIT SCHEDULE AND FREE REGISTRATION WHEN: Aug 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12,
- [Tell ANA You Support a National Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/tell-ana-you-support-national-nurse/) - If you'd like to share your support of the Office of a National Nurse with the American Nurses Association, please send an email to the new CEO, Marla Weston, at marla.weston@ana.org. The ANA opposes the idea of the ONN, but have they polled the membership or do a few officers make these decisions on their
- [The National Nurse & Health Care Reform](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/national-nurse-health-care-refor/) - Recently, Alisa Schneider MS, RN and Teri Mills MS, RN, ANP, CNE spoke at the Democracy Fest in Burlington, VT on the subject of Health Care Reform. Alisa and Teri both spoke about the need for health care reform. Teri explained the need for an Office of the National Nurse and "quality health care that
- [Link to Pete Dowan's Tribute to Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/widge/) - You can link to a widget for Pete Dowan's musical tribute (Ladies in White) to nurses here.
- [We Need More of These Camps for Wannabe Health Professionals](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/we-need-more-of-these-camps-for-wannabe/) - There are a few of these camps but many more would be a terrific idea to encourage high school students to consider careers in health care. Here's one in Baltimore.
- [The Real Moon Walk 40 Years Later...](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/real-moon-walk-40-years-later/) - Where were you 40 years ago today? I remember we were glued to the television set as we watched Buzz Aldrin step down at Tranquility Base on the moon, and say his famous words, "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." President Kennedy had said in his inaugural speech in 1961 that
- [The Nursing Shortage is Not Over](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/nursing-shortage-is-not-over/) - I'll admit that I love to people watch. However, it has been a frightening thing lately because I have overheard far too many conversations with young people talking about wanting to become nurses, but there are no jobs. The recession may have slowed the nursing shortage a bit, because so many older nurses have come
- [Need Some Translation for that Term?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/need-some-translation-for-that-ter/) - If you have heard a medical term, phrase, acronym, etc., that you're not sure of, there's a site you might want to check out called SlangRN.com. Items are well categorized by the "latest" "top slang" and "random". There's also an alphabetized list and a tab for anyone to add to the ever growing list.
- [Happy 4th of July](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/happy-4th-of-july-2/) - Hope everyone has a s safe and happy 4th of July....and for those of you who aren't in the U.S......have a great Saturday!!! Anyone who's working...enjoy the holiday with your patients.
- [New URL](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/07/new-ur/) - Image by tattoodjj via FlickrThe Nursing Site Blog now has its own URL: www.thenursingsiteblog.com. You might need to reset your bookmarks. Thanks for reading!
- [R.I.P.](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/rip/) - What a day! RIP Farrah and Michael. There are some nasty rumors of other deaths today too, and I certainly hope they are just nasty rumors. It has been enough. And Ed McMahon just days ago. As many hospice nurses will note, the bus comes and many usually go within hours or a few days.
- [How is the Recession Impacting Your Career?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/how-is-recession-impacting-your-career/) - Cathy Duchamp is an award winning freelance radio reporter who is looking to interview a few nurses for an upcoming story on NPR (National Public Radio) for their Marketplace program. The topic is the impact of the recession on the nursing shortage. For example, is the Great Recession temporarily slowing down the nursing shortage? If
- [Ready for the Next Level in Your Education and Career?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/ready-for-next-level-in-your-education/) - Nurses who are looking to take their career and education to the next level may be interested in online learning and degree opportunities. eLearners.com, one of our sponsors, has provided some interesting information in an article entitled "Resuscitate Your Career with an Online Nursing Degree."
- [Happy Father's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/happy-fathers-day-2/) - Just taking a moment to reflect on my dad, grandpas, and all the men in my life who are dads. Wishing everyone a very Happy Father's Day!! Enjoy!!
- [HawthoRNe](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/hawthorne/) - After the disaster of Nurse Jackie on Showtime, it was a relief to see nurses being portrayed as strong professionals who have human issues to deal with, but aren't always drugged up, whacked out, sex addicts! Jada Pinkett Smith portrays Chief Nursing Officer Christina Hawthorne RN who is a strong patient advocate and mentor to
- [Is a Second Career in Nursing Worth the Wait?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/is-second-career-in-nursing-worth-wai/) - Nursing as a second career is a terrific choice. Of course my opinion is biased, but anyone giving nursing a chance deserves to be respected. Those who choose nursing today must also be very patient people. There are no shortcuts to becoming a nurse, and most nursing schools have long waiting lists. No, there are
- [Happy Nursing Assistants Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/happy-nursing-assistants-day/) - It's time to say THANKS to all the nursing assistants who help to make our days and provide such terrific care to our patients!!! Happy Nursing Assistants Day as Nursing Assistants Week begins and runs June 11-18, 2009. This year's theme is Yes WE Can! Teamwork.
- [IMHO Nurse Jackie Fails Big Time](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/imho-nurse-jackie-fails-big-time/) - Nurse Jackie premiered on SHOWTIME last night. Did you see it? What was your opinion? Personally i thought it was WAY off the mark! There was a lot of potential for some really good story lines and some talented performers such as Edie Falco, but once again Hollywood chooses to trash the nursing profession! SHOWTIME
- [It's Graduation Season](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/06/its-graduation-season/) - Welcome new nurses! May and June are traditionally graduation season although most nursing programs admit and graduate nurses year round, May and June are traditionally when graduation ceremonies are held. Take a deep breath and pat yourself on the back for a job well done! Next comes the NCLEX and you'll need to do some
- [Senator Addresses Nursing Shortage](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/05/senator-addresses-nursing-shortage/) - The National Nursing Reform and Patient Advocacy Act was introduced by U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) on May 13, 2009. This bill (S1031) is an amendment to the Public Health services Act and would address the nursing shortage which we all know is key to the success of any health care reform to be undertaken
- [GMA Airs Segment on Denture Cream Poisonings](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/05/gma-airs-segment-on-denture-crea/) - Last week, Good Morning America aired a segment on zinc poisoning as a side effect of overuse of denture creams. They interviewed Ellen Isaacs, a patient suffering from neurological symptoms as well as Eric Chaffin, a partner at Bernstein Liebhard LLP, who has filed several lawsuits against the makers of Super PolyGrip and Fixodent for
- [Nursing is Not a Gender](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/05/nursing-is-not-gender/) - As Nurses Week continues, let's remember that nursing is not a gender, it is a profession. In fact, the first nurses were men, and men dominated the nursing profession for centuries. Today, men make up about 6-7% of the civilian nursing workforce in the U.S. In the U.S. military, men make up about 35% of
- [Happy Mother's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/05/happy-mothers-day-2/) - Wishing all of the moms a Happy Mother's Day!!
- [Happy National Nurses Day and Nurses Week!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/05/happy-national-nurses-day-and-nurses/) - Hope everyone has a great Nurses Week. Today is also School Nurses Day (the Wed. of Nurses Week). Student Nurses Day is Friday, May 8, and of course May 12 is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale who got us all into this (nursing) in the first place! Enjoy! Take pride in what
- [We Need a National Nurse NOW!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/we-need-national-nurse-now/) - The WHO raised the swine flu pandemic alert to a 5 (out of6) and changed the name to Influenza A (H1N1) as the poor pigs are getting a bad rap from this one. Although it is now believed that the first case in Mexico may have been a young boy who contracted it from a
- [Nurses Week May 6-12](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/nurses-week-may-6-12/) - Suggestions for your celebration: "At the end of the day, I can truly say I made a difference in someone's life. And that is why I am a nurse!" (©2009 Kathy Quan RN BSN) is the theme for my Nurses Week Print Your Own Kits. (The picture at left is the 2009 design.) The kit
- [iPhone Applications for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/iphone-applications-for-nurses/) - The iPhone and Blackberry have served to replace the need for PDA's, but many nurses have held on to these devices because of the handheld applications available to them. Now the iPhone has many of the same or similar applications available for nurses to download and use. Jimmy at OnlineNursingDegreeGuide.org sent me a link to
- [Denture Adhesive Creams Can Cause ZInc Poisoning](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/denture-adhesive-creams-cause-zinc/) - Patient education is a huge part of the nurse’s job and usually this involves providing information and instructions regarding new medications, procedures or treatments. Next time you assess a patient and discover they have dentures, don’t just skim over this. Stop and question them about how well they fit, the type of adhesive they use,
- [Links to Nursing Theories](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/links-to-nursing-theories/) - It must be term paper time because I keep getting inquiries about nursing theories and where to find resources. In addition to what I have posted on The Nursing Site, here's a great site with links to the most common nursing theories. I'll add it to my list on the site ASAP. If you have
- [Ahora Hablo Author Offers 2 for 1 Deal on Ebook](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/ahora-hablo-author-offers-2-for-1-dea/) - Awhile back I wrote a review about a terrific medical Spanish book, Ahora Hablo, written by a high school Spanish teacher. Now on her website, Meg Graham is offering a 2 for 1 deal (during April and May only) on an E-book download of this terrific book. You buy one and then email her for
- [Playing Catch Up After a LONG Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/playing-catch-up-after-long-week/) - Sorry it's been a long week and I have neglected this blog.I did post something at Ultimate Nurse: Nurses Have a Voice and Should Not Go Silent! Now is NOT the time for nurses to be bullied into thinking they will lose their jobs. It's time to stand strong and hold on to the little
- [You are Much More Than "Just a Nurse"](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/04/you-are-much-more-than-just-nurse/) - Suzanne Gordon, author, lecturer, and patient advocate has a wonderful poster for sale on her website, entitled "just a Nurse." This is something that should hang in every nurse's station and workplace around the world. (And no, I don't have any financial investment in this.) Read more about the Things Nurses Really Do at TheNursingSite.com....
- [From the NLN a Call to Your Representatives RE: Title VIII Funding](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/from-nln-call-to-your-representatives/) - I'm forwarding along an email I received from the National League for Nursing. This is a very important issue to all nurses as educating new nurses is vital to reducing the shortage of nurses.... "Dear Colleague" Letter on Title VIII Funding Circulating in House -- Signatures Needed by Tuesday, March 31, 2009 TO: ALL NURSES
- [Largest Nursing Union Supports the National Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/largest-nursing-union-supports-nationa/) - More exciting news comes today from The National Nurse campaign. The largest organization (union) of working RNs, known collectively as RNs Working Together AFL_CIO, has issued a statement of full support for the Office of a National Nurse. "As a nurse and a union leader, I believe that creating the Office of a National Nurse
- [Nursing News...](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/nursing-news/) - Time got away from me last week so here's some news to catch up on... Teri Mills MS, RN, ANP, CNE announced in the National Nurse Blog last Thursday that the Oregon State Legislature has passed a resolution in support of the Office of a National Nurse. The resolution calls on the U.S. Congress to
- [Happy St. Patrick's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/happy-st-patricks-day/) - Wishing all of you a very Happy St. Patrick's Day. May the luck of the Irish be with you all. I hope each of you finds your own pot of gold at the end of your rainbow! Be safe and drink responsibly! Photos: Leprechaun: Michael Zacharzewski SXCShamrock: Jdurham Morguefile.com
- [Faltering Economy Affects Nursing Jobs](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/faltering-economy-affects-nursing-jobs/) - As more "retired" and non-active nurses return to the workforce due to this faltering economy, the nursing shortage takes on a different face. However, it remains a huge problem and will continue to grow. It's something that we cannot lose sight of despite the changes. With a relatively slow flu season and far fewer elective
- [Kaplan Issues Another Call for Stories from Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/kaplan-issues-another-call-for-stories/) - From Kaplan Publishing....Kaplan Publishing, the publisher of a broad range of educational and consumer books by and for healthcare providers, is now accepting stories for a new and exciting anthology, Beyond Borders: Nurses’ Stories about Working Abroad. Kaplan wants nurses from all over the world to reveal what it's like to practice nursing outside their
- [Stress Management Tips For Healthcare Workers](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/stress-management-tips-for-healthcare/) - Here's a guest post for your enjoyment... Stress Management Tips For Healthcare Workers©2009 Sarah Scrafford All Rights Reserved There’s no doubt about it, stress is a part of each of our lives from the moment we lose the innocence of childhood and cross over the threshold into adolescence. And there are some professions that are
- [Essentials for Nursing Students](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/essentials-for-nursing-students/) - I just posted a new article on The Nursing Site entitled Essentials for Nursing Students. There are a lot of things to consider besides books, tuition, and fees. But before you buy anything, check with your school for specific information. photo:©Kathy Quan©2009 Kathy Quan RN BSN All Rights Reserved
- [Thanks for the Great Review!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/03/thanks-for-great-review/) - Over at Suite101.com, Lisa DeLuca wrote a terrific review of my book, The Everything Guide to Caring for Aging Parents. (Thanks Lisa!) Please give Lisa's articles a thorough view. She has some very helpful information about Caregiver Support issues that we can all learn from!!! As a Feature Writer at Suite101.com, Lisa also offers valuable
- [An Updated HomeHealth101.com](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/updated-homehealth101co/) - For those of you who may have an interest in home health nursing, I want to let you know that I have competed an update of my website HomeHealth101.com. ©2009 by Kathy Quan RN BSN ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
- [Nurses Don't Learn it All in School](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/nurses-dont-learn-it-all-in-schoo/) - From a new article at UltimateNurse.com... Most new nurses say that the things they wished they had learned in school include such things as the overwhelming amount of paperwork involved in admitting or discharging a patient, time management skills, how to prioritize and organize their days. The trouble is, most of this is simply just
- [Obama Promotes Nurse to Lead](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/obama-promotes-nurse-to-lead/) - The American Nurses Association endorsed President Obama when he was running for President because of his insight into the health care crisis, the nursing shortage and the fact that the nursing profession needs some strong role models and leadership. He also has a strong understanding that nurses are the backbone of health care in the
- [Holidays for Nurses???](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/holidays-for-nurses/) - I hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day whether you are with the love of your life or not, I hope it was a good day. Being a Saturday, meant many of you had to work... Also hope you all emerged unscathed from Friday the 13th as well. We had a few major challenges in
- [Can You Help A Student Nurse Today?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/can-you-help-student-nurse-today/) - A student has placed an URGENT request for information from BSN nurses on The Nursing Site Forum. If you can help today, please join and respond. Thanks!
- [The Everything Guide to Caring for Aging Parents](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/everything-guide-to-caring-for-aging/) - My latest book, The Everything Guide to Caring for Aging Parents is now available. It can be purchased from Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com It is based on my personal experiences with my own parents and in-laws as well as my 30 years in home health nursing. I hope it serves as valuable information to health care
- [Risks Associated with Shoulder Pain Pumps](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/02/risks-associated-with-shoulder-pain/) - I recently wrote an article for Suite101.com about the risks associated with shoulder pain pumps. Pain control is such an important issue for nurses, but these devices do have certain risks that nurses and all health care professionals as well as patients should be aware of. Take some time to read about this issue and
- [Nurses Beware: Antibiotics Linked to Tendon Rupture](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/nurses-beware-antibiotics-linked-to/) - Here's a story from The Nursing Site.com... In July of 2008, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) began notifying the manufacturers of fluroquinlolone antimicrobial medications that they need to add a Boxed Warning about possible tendonitis and tendon ruptures to the product labels on these medications. The FDA also asks that patient education materials be distributed
- [Today's Front Pages](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/todays-front-pages/) - See the Front Pages from Newspapers all over the world today at: http://www.newseum.org/todaysfrontpages/default.asp. image from Newseum.org
- [Inauguration Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/innauguration-day/) - I hope that no matter what your political affiliations are, or wherever you reside, that you are able to enjoy the historic events of this day. This is truly a new chapter in American History unfolding before our very eyes.
- [Attention ICU Nurses: Tell Your Story](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/attention-icu-nurses-tell-your-story/) - I received another call for stories from Kaplan Publishing: Call for Stories from Nurses Kaplan Publishing has launched an exciting new series of nonfiction books that share the stories behind the relationships, experiences, and issues nurses encounter on the job—whether they work in a hospital, clinic, home setting, hospice, private medical practice, or elsewhere. Entertaining
- [When Patients Say Thanks it's Special!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/when-patients-say-thanks-its-specia/) - When patients thank us for what we do as nurses, it's really special. And when they take the time to do something unique it's very gratifying!! Pete Dowan is a disabled musician who writes and records his own music in his basement in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. He has spent a lot of time in
- [More About How to Become a Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/more-about-how-to-become-nurse/) - The shortage of nurses will not diminish due to the current recession. In fact, career opportunities for nurses will continue to rise. For many who have been laid off or face layoffs in the near future, the prospect of becoming nurses is offering hope in an otherwise dismal economic future. This offers a shred of
- [Is the National Nurse Issue Really Stalled?](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/is-national-nurse-issue-really-stalled/) - In the January, 2009 issue of the American Journal of Nursing (AJN), Roxane Nelson BSN, RN poses the question of whether or not the idea of a National Nurse for America has stalled. When Teri Mills an NP and nurse educator from Portland OR originally proposed the idea in May of 2005, she suggested the
- [Eldercare – An Area of Need](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/eldercare-area-of-need/) - A guest post by Kelly Kilpatrick As the economy tightens up, jobs in the nursing profession are becoming more and more sought after. One nursing specialty that continues to grow as the years pass, however, is geriatric nursing. Also referred to as eldercare, geriatric nursing refers to the care of elderly people who need assistance
- [Kaplan Publishing Issues Call for Stories From Disaster Healthcare Workers](https://thenursingsite.com/2009/01/kaplan-publishing-issues-call-for/) - I received this call for submissions from Nancy Harless, Co-Editor at Kaplan Publishing: Kaplan Publishing, the publisher of a broad range of educational and consumer books by and for nurses, physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare workers, is now accepting stories for a new and exciting anthology, To The Rescue: Stories from Healthcare Workers at the
- [Happy New Year](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/12/happy-new-year-4/) - I always feel a little nostalgic about leaving a year behind and going into a new one, but 2008 is one of those years that isn't too hard to say good riddance to. There were some good times, but the economic disaster certainly put a damper on it for all of us. They say it's
- [Happy Holidays!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/12/happy-holidays-5/) - Hope you all have a very happy holiday season. Let us all hope that 2009 dawns with new hope for a good year filled with good health, peace and prosperity for all. Take time to enjoy this time with family, friends, and yes, even your patients. The holidays can be difficult times especially for nurses
- [How to Become a Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/12/how-to-become-nurse/) - In the next few weeks some of the points I'm going to address revolve around How to Become a Nurse which is a series of articles I wrote that I know is not comprehensive enough. Nursing is a terrific profession. It's far from perfect and there are many good and bad points to it. But
- [Season of Suppers](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/12/season-of-suppers/) - Any home health care nurse or other professional can tell you that for many shut-in seniors their only companion is often a beloved cat or dog. All too often these seniors are barely able to care and feed themselves, much less feed their best friends. Many times they share their own food with their animals
- [National Influenza Vaccination Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/12/national-influenza-vaccination-week/) - The CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has named December 8-14, 2008, National Influenza Vaccination Week and has designated specific days of this week to represent different age groups. The American Nurses Association (ANA) wants to remind nurses and all health care workers of the importance of getting immunized against the flu each year.
- [Arrogant, Abusive, Disruptive Doctors](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/12/arrogant-abusive-disruptive-doctors/) - Who would have thought?! The New York Times reports today on a study that shows that arrogant, abusive and disruptive doctors are often contributors to medical mistakes! Did it take rocket scientists to figure that out? Almost any nurse could have told you that!! The article showcases one such example as a nurse tries to
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/happy-thanksgiving-3/) - Wishing each of you a very happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving!
- [Are You Ready for the Holidays?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/are-you-ready-for-holidays/) - Ready or not, we are officially headed into the holiday season this week as Americans celebrate Thanksgiving. The day after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday when retailers traditionally begin the holiday sales. With the poor economy this year, retailers started early and Black Friday may not be the wild day it has come to
- [Economic Effects on the Nursing Profession](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/economic-effects-on-nursing-profession/) - The downturn in the economy has done a couple of things for the nursing profession. More nurses who have not worked as nurses for awhile have returned to active status in order to bolster their family income and to cover lost income for instance if a spouse has lost a job. This has lessened some
- [Share Your Ideas with Nurses in Congress](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/share-your-ideas-with-nurses-in/) - Health care and the nursing shortage are going to be BIG on the Hot Topics list for the next administration and Congress to discuss this next term.... One of the primary points that I feel very passionate about is that nurses must advocate for themselves, their fellow nurses and their patients. We must have a
- [Hospice Pioneer Florence Wald Has Died](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/hospice-pioneer-florence-wald-has-died/) - The American Nurses Association announced the death of Florence Wald, RN, MSN, FAAN. Wald passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, at her home in Connecticut. She was 91. Florence Wald was a home health nurse, a professor and a dean, and a pioneer in the field of hospice nursing in the U.S. She studied hospice care
- [Obama Invites Your Ideas](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/obama-invites-your-ideas/) - President-elect Obama has asked the nation to contribute ideas about the change we need to see come to fruition. You can add your ideas to the website. If you need some ideas here are a few: Teri Mills MS, ANP,CNE, RN would love for as many nurses as possible to visit The National Nurse site
- [A Clear and Decisive Election](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/clear-and-decisive-election/) - After eight long years and three presidential elections, we have finally managed to elect a President without hanging chads, and election tampering issues abounding from every corner!! We don't have to wait for a recount and the results were clear with a wide margin. There were still issues at many polling places, but thankfully, far
- [VOTE VOTE VOTE!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/11/vote-vote-vote/) - I for one am ready for this election to be over! It has been the longest campaign, and of course has turned into one of the dirtiest ever! But then there is an awful lot at stake this time. The economy has never been as bad as it is now, and health care in this
- [California Nurses Ask What You Could Do With $150,000](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/california-nurses-ask-what-you-could-do/) - The California Nurses Association is asking what you could do with the $150,000 the Republican National Committee recently spent on Gov. Sarah Palin's wardrobe and makeup. "Spending $150,000 for a one month wardrobe while painting yourself as a 'hockey mom' or the voice of 'Joe Six Pack' is an insult," said CNA/NNOC Executive Director Rose
- [Refelctions on Doctors from Kaplan Books](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/refelctions-on-doctors-from-kaplan/) - Kaplan Books recently published the latest anthology in their Kaplan Voices Nurses series Reflections on Doctors. I was asked to contribute to this book and you'll find my story, Rants to Raves, on page 85. Other contributors you may recognize include Emily McGee RN and Terry Ratner, RN, MFA who also served as editor for
- [West Virginia Nurses: Renew Licenses NOW](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/west-virginia-nurses-renew-licenses-now/) - There are approximately 8000 nurses in West Virginia who have not yet renewed their licenses this year. The deadline is October 31, 2008. This is a change from previous years when the deadline was the end of the year. Nurses were all notified, but officials are becoming concerned. Nurses face fines of $500 for November
- [Vote in the Poll](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/vote-in-po/) - I just added a poll in the sidebar. You can only vote once, but give us your opinion who should become the next US President and VP. It's totally unscientific, just for fun, and anyone is allowed to voice their opinion whether they are a U.S. citizen or not. If you are a U.S. citizen,
- [BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/breast-cancer-awareness-mon/) - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. All of the pink ribbons are meant to remind women everywhere to get a mammogram, and to learn and practice regular self-exams of their breasts. Getting to know your own body gives you the best advantage of finding an abnormality early. Early detection is a huge factor in the
- [Register and VOTE!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/register-and-vote/) - Today is the last day to register to vote in many states and territories. Nurses represent a huge faction of one of the largest industries in the U.S. (health care). The state of health care and the economy are something that effects all of us. No matter what your political beliefs and affiliations, please be
- [ANA Website Explains Choice of Obama Biden Ticket](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/ana-website-explains-choice-of-obama/) - The American Nurses Association has endorsed the Obama Biden ticket for President and VP in the 2008 election. To find out more about why the ANA believes Obama and Biden will be a better choice to help nurses, see the new website they have created to help voters make an informed choice. Information and materials
- [Having a Boring Student Rotation?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/10/having-boring-student-rotation/) - So you're bored with your Post Partum rotation. Well let this be your first lesson that nursing is not about YOU; it's about the patients and the excellent level of care you are giving them! This rotation may not give you the adrenalin surge that you get in the ER or the ICU, but these
- [More About a National Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/more-about-national-nurse/) - Have you read the latest article about the National Nurse campaign in Advance for Nurses, September 15, 2008 issue? If you don't receive this magazine, you can read the article online. Learn more about this grassroots movement. And visit the National Nurse website and blog.
- [Best Places to Work in Health Care](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/best-places-to-work-in-health-care/) - Nursezone.com reports that Modern Healthcare has released its list of 100 Best Places to Work in Health Care in the U.S. Is your facility on the list? What do these places have that yours doesn't? According to the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, there are some hospitals that are experiencing no shortage of nurses. One such
- [ANA Endorses Obama](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/ana-endorses-obama/) - The American Nurses Association has has announced its endorsement of Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) for President in the 2008 election. The ANA has endorsed presidential candidates since 1984. The process includes inviting candidates to submit a questionnaire on nursing and health care issues and having a personal interview. ANA also considers the results of its
- [Never Forget 9-11-01](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/never-forget-9-11-01-2/) - Reminding all Americans to hang your flags tomorrow in honor of the thousands who were murdered on 9-11-01. God rest their souls! We shall NEVER FORGET!!!!
- [Widespread Problems with Compression Stockings](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/widespread-problems-with-compression/) - Recently CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) announced the latest additions to the Never Events/Do Not Pay List. This is a growing list of complications which Medicare will no longer reimburse hospitals for. One of the items added to the list is blood clots which develop as a complication to hip and knee replacements.
- [Do You Want to Become a Nurse?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/do-you-want-to-become-nurse/) - School has started again and this year's high school juniors and seniors are preparing for their future. If you are thinking about becoming a nurse, you should read Before You Decide to Become a Nurse. There are a lot of deadlines coming up rapidly such as college applications and NET or TEAS testing arrangements. It's
- [More Storms Coming Stay Prepared](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/09/more-storms-coming-stay-prepared/) - So glad Gustav wasn't as bad as it could have been. I know it has been frustrating for those who had to leave their homes when it turned out not to be so bad, but there was significant damage to utilities and the threat was real. Better to be safe than sorry. We have to
- [Be SAFE Please!!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/be-safe-please/) - Hoping everyone heeds the warnings, and helps their neighbors who need it, to get out of the path of Gustav! Upgraded to a Category 4 hurricane in Cuba, likely to be a Cat 5 as it hits the Gulf Coast late Sunday, early Monday. Let us NOT have another Katrina!!! And for those celebrating the
- [Nurses Making a Difference in Someone's Life Everyday](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/nurses-making-difference-in-someones/) - Today I read one of the most touching stories about a nurse named Laurie Van Damme who goes above and beyond to help mothers and families deal with the tragedy of a stillborn. Even those who cannot face the possibility of having the time to make closure, have found comfort in her efforts weeks and
- [Pay Attention to the Political Conventions](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/pay-attention-to-political-conventions/) - The political race in the U.S. has been a long one this time around, but as the parties head to their conventions, platforms will become more clear and we'll begin to understand more about where Obama and McCain stand on health care and issues involving solving the shortage of nurses. No matter what your political
- [Deadline Approaching for Kaplan Anthology Submissions](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/deadline-approaching-for-kaplan/) - A reminder to all nurses interested in submitting a story for Kaplan's new anthology about your experiences working with babies in their first 28 days. The deadline of September 1, 2008 is quickly approaching. photo from stock.xchng.com
- [A Little Humor for Your Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/little-humor-for-your-day/) - Perhaps you have heard this already, but it gave me a giggle yesterday. They say laughter can add 8 years to your life, so laugh a little today! This is NOT a true story, but it's cute. (See Snopes.com) Picabo (Peekaboo) Street the former Olympic skier has become an ICU nurse now and works in
- [News for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/news-for-nurses-2/) - A couple of items worth bringing to your attention: Behavior Affects Patient SafetyJCAHO recently issued a Sentinel Alert calling for all JCAHO accredited institutions to take note of findings hat patient safety is being undermined by inappropriate and unprofessional behavior exhibited by health care professionals. Nurses, physicians, pharmacists, therapists and support staff who demonstrate intimidating
- [Kaplan Publishing Needs Stories for Anthology](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/kaplan-publishing-needs-stories-for/) - Kaplan Publishing has issued a call for nurse writers to contribute to an upcoming anthology entitled Kaplan Voices:Nurses series. For this portion of the anthology, entitled New Lives, the need is for nurses with experience working with babies in the first 28 days of their lives. These stories would most likely come from OB-GYN nurses,
- [Nurses are Calling for Change](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/08/nurses-are-calling-for-change/) - The economy has quickly risen to the top of the list of issues facing the U.S. candidates running for office this year from local levels all the way to the Presidential candidates. No doubt that is a major issue on the minds of everyone regardless of their political party preferences. It is something that has
- [Did You Feel That?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/did-you-feel-tha/) - We were rolling and shaking this morning here in Southern CA. Fortunately it was just a "moderate" earthquake, and we have laws governing structures so that we don't experience the level of damage a 5.4 quake could cause elsewhere in the world. At the same time, we are reminded that there is a 5% chance
- [R.I.P. Randy Pausch](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/rip-randy-pausc/) - On July 25, 2008, Randy Pausch lost his battle with pancreatic cancer. But he left his family and the world a wonderful legacy in "The Last Lecture," a beautiful piece about how to really live your life to the fullest everyday. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Thank you Randy Pausch for such
- [Take Care of You to Avoid Burnout](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/take-care-of-you-to-avoid-burnou/) - Nursing is extremely challenging. It’s a physical job and emotionally draining. It’s also a profession that requires constant replenishing in order to keep going and giving. The rewards can be the best, but sometimes you have to dig deep to find them. As we know, patients are not at their best. They are more concerned
- [How to Prepare Your Nursing Resume](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/how-to-prepare-your-nursing-resume/) - The research shows that there is a huge increase in demand for nurses in this country. The shortage should not give you, the prospective nurse or job-jumping nurse, a false sense of security. You still have to bring your A-game when applying for jobs after finishing up your studies or if you’re already established in
- [Get Organized and Reduce Your Stress](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/get-organized-and-reduce-your-stress/) - Organizational skills are essential to nurses. In some areas they can be even more so such as for travel nurses, home health nurses, and advanced practice nurses with independent practices. Paper work is a huge nemesis and nurses who are not organized tend to struggle with the paperwork more than others. Paper work and documentation
- [Empathy is What Nursing is All About](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/empathy-is-what-nursing-is-all-abou/) - Kim over at Emergiblog has a great way with words!! And this time she is reminding us that nurses need to provide empathy because it's what our patients expect from us. If we don't, we are likely apathetic and God help us all if we get to that point in our professional careers or life.
- [Salute the Troops](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/salute-troops/) - As we all celebrate the birth of our nation, take a few minutes to salute and remember the men and women who have fought the many wars to gain that independence and to keep us free. Happy Independence Day! photo: U.S. Army; U.S. Gov't. Printing Office
- [Happy 4th!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/07/happy-4/) - Wishing all of you here in the U.S. and territories, a very happy and safe 4th of July! Summer vacation is well under way and if you're going to be a senior in high school in the fall, I hope you have your college plans in motion. You will need to be sending out those
- [What If Nursing Isn't For Me???](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/if-we-are-to-be-honest-about-nursing/) - If we are to be honest about the nursing profession, it is not for everyone. There are times when nursing students realize that nursing is just not for them. Nursing is one of the most demanding professions both physically and emotionally. Unfortunately many times nurses burnout and in order to maintain their own sanity, they
- [Research Online Programs Carefully](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/research-online-programs-carefully/) - When looking for an online nursing education program you need to do some research. Of course it needs to be an accredited program. There are several accrediting agencies such as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Some
- [RN to BSN Offers More Opportunities](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/there-has-long-been-debate-about-adn-vs/) - There has long been a debate about the ADN vs the BSN also known as the 2-year vs the 4-year RN programs. Most of the hospital diploma nursing programs have faded into history although you can still find a few. For years there have been rumors that the ADN or two-year programs would be eliminated,
- [Women's Health & Midwifery Offer RNs Career Growth](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/as-we-all-know-nursing-is-larges/) - As we all know, nursing is the largest health care occupation in the U.S. and the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that this trend will continue well into the next decade. The shortage of nurses will also continue to grow as Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) begin to
- [Summit to Discuss Nursing Shortage and Faculty Shortage](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/summit-to-discuss-nursing-shortage-and/) - On June 26 and 27, 2008, AARP, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the U.S. Department of Labor will hold a summit at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, VA to discuss the shortage of nurses and the shortage of nurse educators. The goal is to find solutions to the shortage of nurses and
- [Are You  Registered Voter???](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/are-you-registered-voter/) - I learned something very disturbing today at Healthcare United. Did you know that one in four health care workers is NOT registered to vote?! There are over 10 million health care workers in the U.S. Twenty five percent of them are not registered to vote. That's 2.5 million potential votes!!! The shortage of nurses and
- [Online Nursing Education](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/online-nursing-education/) - One of the most common questions I get is how to find an online nursing program. If you already have your LPN/LVN or RN and are looking for a BSN or MSN program, there is a comprehensive list (and links) available from our sponsor, eLearners.com (see their ad at the top of the right hand
- [Some Must Read Blog Posts for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/some-must-read-blog-posts-for-nurses/) - Mother Jones RN over at Nurse Ratched's Place has a very interesting blog post for this episode of Change of Shift. Check out those uniforms and nursing caps from some "old school nurses" as she relates our nursing predecessors to the challenges we face today as nurses. It's a great blog post!! Be sure to
- [Attention New High School Seniors](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/attention-new-high-school-seniors/) - School may be out and all you can think about is hitting the beach, but if you're a high school student who is thinking about a career in nursing, there are some things you should be thinking about while you're enjoying the summer sun. Most nursing programs have waiting lists. Did you know that? Well
- [Preparing for the NCLEX](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/06/preparing-for-nclex/) - Now that school is over and graduation is or will soon be behind you, it's time think about that dreaded NCLEX! Many recent grads report phenomena such as waking suddenly from a sound sleep with a panic that they have forgotten everything they learned in nursing school. BREATHE!!!!! It's all still there. You have graduated.
- [Safe Staffing Poll Results](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/safe-staffing-poll-results/) - The American Nurses Association (ANA) has compiled the results form it's Safe Staffing Saves Lives survey. The results are unfortunately not surprising ad nurses are encouraged to continue to contact their legislators to support the Registered Nurse Safe Staffing Act of 2007. Over 10,000 nurses took part in the Safe Staffing survey. Here are just
- [Congratulations New Grads!!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/congratulations-new-grads/) - Welcome to the world of nursing! The best advice I can give you is to find a job where you have a long orientation. If you can find one that offers a new grad residency program, go for it. This is a new model in new nurse orientation and is beginning to appear in hospitals
- [Tips for Documentation](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/tips-for-documentation/) - Documentation is such an important part of nursing. Yes, I know, you'd rather be spending that time with the patient, but communication is an important part of nursing. Documenting the care you gave, the patient's response and your observations is vital to optimum care. Stop thinking about it as a chore and think of how
- [Nursing Schools With No Waiting List](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/nursing-schools-with-no-waiting-lis/) - Far too many students have received rejection letters recently from their choice of nursing school. Nursing programs are overcrowded and most have long waiting lists. Each year they turn away hundreds of qualified students due to lack of funding, and a lack of nurse educators. Sadly, the shortage of nurses also affects the number of
- [New Newsletter Service](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/new-newsletter-service/) - I am changing the newsletter service. The old service was way too cumbersome to sign up. Sorry I didn't know that. This one is simple. Enter your Email address in the box in the right hand column, and then respond to the email confirmation in your mail box. Anyone who was already signed up has
- [It's International Nurses Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/its-international-nurses-day/) - Wishing nurses everywhere a Happy International Nurses Day. May 12 is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale who is often referred to as the founder of nursing for her contributions to the nursing profession. One of the things Ms. Nightingale is credited with is bringing infection control measures to the battlegrounds of Turkey
- [Happy Mother's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/happy-mothers-day-3/) - Have a great weekend, and Happy Mother's Day to all of the Moms out there!! Monday (May 12) is International Nurses Day and will mark the end to Nurses Week here in the U.S. Enjoy the rest of this yearly celebration of nurses. photo © Kathy Quan
- [How to Administer Heparin and Lovenox](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/how-to-administer-heparin-and-lovenox/) - How to administer heparin or lovenox is another popular how to procedure I have just republished on The Nursing Site. There is also a link to some of the latest information about the heparin recall. Similar to insulin, heparin and low molecular weight anticoagulants should be double checked by two nurses before administering. Care should
- [Happy Nurses Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/happy-nurses-day-4/) - Happy Nurses Day and Nurses Week!In the U.S. today is Nurses Day. International Nurses Day is May 12, the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale. Celebrate being a nurse... Even if no one has done anything to acknowledge Nurses Day or Nurses Week. Let's face it, some people are just not good at planning
- [Support Safe Staffing as Nurses Week Project](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/05/support-safe-staffing-as-nurses-week/) - Beginning Monday, May 5, the American Nurses Association asks all nurses to call, Email, or FAX their Senators and Representatives and encourage them to honor nurses during Nurses Week (May 6-12) by co-sponsoring the Registered Nurse Safe Staffing Act of 2007 (S.73/H.R.4138). The bill was introduced in the Senate by Daniel Inoye (D-HI) and in
- [Around the Web Today...](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/around-web-today/) - RN Central published a list of 100 Really REALLY Useful Websites for Nurses. We didn't make the list, so we'll have to try harder, but it is a great list of resources. Check it out. (I fixed the link...I hope) My friend Aaron has redesigned the Ultimate Nurse website and it's really fantastic. If you
- [Skin in the Game (Book Review)](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/skin-in-game-book-review/) - I recently reviewed another great book for my site at Suite101.com called Skin in the Game by John Hammergren and Phil Harkins. The subtitle of the book, How Putting Yourself Today Will Revolutionize Health Care Tomorrow, gives you a window into the topic of the book. This is a terrific book about the evolution of
- [Review Draft Competencies for Clinical Nurse Specialists](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/review-draft-competencies-for-clinica/) - The ANA (American Nurses Assoc.) is asking nurses to review the draft competencies and specific behaviors for entry-level Clinical Nurse Specialists and to take a survey which rates theses items and provides feedback about how these competencies reflect the current practice and academic preparation in your role as a CNS. The information and survey will be available until May 24,2008.
- [Best Advice for New Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/best-advice-for-new-nurses/) - I just posted a question on the Nursing Site Network.... If a new nurse asked you how you survived your first year as a nurse, what would you say helped you the most? Join the Network and give us your best advice. Research says new nurses are the most vulnerable at the six month point
- [Simple Spanish for Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/simple-spanish-for-nurses/) - I recently had the honor of reviewing a terrific resource book for health care professionals who treat Spanish speaking patients. Ahora Hablo Medical Edition Simple Steps to Communicate with Spanish-Speaking Patients is just that.... a simple to use guide. Written by a high school Spanish teacher with the assistance of nurses and a doctor, this
- [More Nursing Scholarships for 2008... Apply NOW!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/more-nursing-scholarships-for-2008/) - Clinique cosmetics is offering nursing scholarships for the 2nd year in a row in their campaign to contribute to the future of healthcare. Clinique was created by a group of dermatologists who understand first hand the shortages the health care industry is facing as well as the high cost of health care education. Scholarships for
- [Nurses Week Approaching](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/nurses-week-approaching_19/) - Nurses Day and Nurses Week are rapidly approaching. I hope you and your facility have something exciting planned to honor your nursing staff. If not, it's not to late to set something up. Remember, you cannot expect unrealistic goals and outcomes. This is not a time when the administration is going to grant huge raises,
- [A Tribute to Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/tribute-to-nurses/) - A Nurse Is More©Richard G. Shuster (used with permission) A Nurse is more, Why?Though nobody, can say why, for sure,Nurse's desire, for service, is pure.Not for themselves, it has to be for others.A life dedicated, to their sisters and their brothers. A Nurse is more, How?Through reserves, of strength, care and love,Nurses take their lead,
- [Nursing Site Social Network](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/nursing-site-network/) - I am setting up a new Nursing Site Social Network. Check it out and invite your friends and colleagues to join. It's a work in progress....Visit The Nursing Site Network
- [Save Money. Live Better? 10 Effects of Wal-Mart Clinics on Healthcare](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/save-money-live-better-10-effects-of/) - A Guest Post from Heather Johnson, freelance writer Now Wal-Mart is truly the place where you can find anything under the sun. The mega shopping center now offers healthcare at its walk-in clinics. The reduction in prices that Wal-Mart offers extends to its clinics, but does it mean a reduction in care? 1. Easier Immunization
- [About  Autographed Copies of My Books](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/about-autographed-copies-of-my-books/) - I have recently received several requests for autographed copies of The Everything New Nurse Book. If you are interested in an autographed copy, they are available directly from me for $14.95 USD (face value). This includes shipping within the U.S. International shipping will be determined on an individual basis (if available). Email me and I
- [Students Learn About Political Activism First Hand](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/student-nurses-at/) - Student nurses at Mt. Wachusett Community College recently took the issue of a National Nurse to the Massachusetts state legislature. They contacted their state representative, Christine Caravan, BSN to assist in this matter. Rep. Caravan took the matter to the MA state legislature and on March 27, unanimously both the House and Senate branches passed
- [Hands Only CPR](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/hands-only-cpr/) - The American Heart Association made some changes this week to introduce Hands-Only CPR for adults suffering cardiac arrest outside of a hospital setting. Guidelines, a video and more information are available from the AHA Web site. Read more.... It's not for children, and not recommended for anyone suffering an obvious breathing issue such as drowning
- [Still Time to Contact Senators](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/04/still-time-to-contact-senators/) - The deadline for the "Dear Colleagues" letter in the U.S. Senate has been extended until tomorrow April 3. Go to the NLN site and you can send an email directly from there. One is already written that you can use, or compose your own. All you have to do is complete your demographic information and
- [Calls to Action from NLN and ANA](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/calls-to-action-from-nln-and-ana/) - Staffing and budgeting issues will always affect the delivey of health care and the quality of that delivery. The growing nursing shortage affects these issues, but is also the victim of these as well. U.S. Senators Barbara Mikulski (D-MD) and Susan Collins (R-ME) are circulating a "Dear Colleagues" letter in the U.S. Senate similar to
- [Nursing Scholarships and Nurses Caps](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/nursing-scholarships-and-nurses-caps/) - Kim at Emergiblog hosted the latest edition of Change of Shift this week. Here are two of my favorites from her findings throughout the nursing community. 101 Little Known Scholarships for Nurses from the Nursing Online Education Database. The second come from the NPR (National Public Radio) program All Things Considered. A recent "homework assignment"
- [Cranial Nerve Assessment](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/cranail-nerve-assessmen/) - Do you know your cranial nerves and how to assess them? Do you remember that silly rhyme to help you remember them? Don't worry it doesn't have to drive you crazy trying to remember, I have a couple right here to jog your memory.photo by Aron Balough stockxchng.com
- [DO NO HARM!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/do-no-har/) - The March issue of ISMP Medication Safety Alert&reg Nurse Advise-ERR&reg, reminds us all to DO NO HARM! A nurse who was unfamiliar with the Type 2 diabetic injectable medication BYETTA (exenatide) withdrew the entire contents from the penlet (1.2 mL) and injected the patient with the equivalent of 60 doses. Once the prefilled pen is
- [Tips to Avoid Burnout](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/tips-to-avoid-burnou/) - Sometimes you just have to take some time to do the little things that you enjoy doing like reading a book, playing with your children or animals, taking a weekend trip, or engaging in a hobby like sewing, photography, or hiking. If you don't take time to enjoy the things that mean something or help
- [Medication Reminder System Helps Elderly Stay Independent](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/medication-reminder-system-helps/) - In January, I attended the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. I was really pleased to find some innovative products designed to meet some of the most important health care needs. One such product is called MedSignals. This is a programmable medication delivery system that reminds patients to take their medications and clues them as
- [Support Candidates who Support Nurses!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/support-candidates-who-support-nurses/) - The Paul Wellstone Mental Health & Addiction Act passed in the House of Representatives last week! Many thanks to all of you who contacted your Representatives! Now, nurses need your help... there is still time to get signatures on the "Dear Colleagues" letter being circulated by Representatives Lois Capps (D-CA) and Steven LaTourette (R-OH) to
- [Resources for the Nurse's Computer, Palm or Pocket PC](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/resources-for-nurses-computer-palm-or/) - I discovered a terrific site for nurses to find "Free and Free to Try Downloads" for the computer (Windows and Mac), Palm, or Pocket PC. This is all software for nurses and health care professionals and includes such items as medical dictionaries, calculation programs, drug books, diabetic resources, lab values, diagnostic tools, ICU tools, etc.
- [Subscribe to the Wednesday Newsletter](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/wednesday-newsletter-subscription/) - For those of you who would like to keep up with this blog, but don't have or want an RSS reader for it on your home page, I now have a weekly newsletter that encompasses the latest blogs. You can subscribe in the box over there in the right hand column, just by entering your
- [Mental Health Parity Can Be Achieved!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/03/mental-health-parity-can-be-achieved/) - Yesterday I received an urgent message from the ANA asking nurses to contact their Congressional Representatives to support HR 1424, the Paul Wellstone Mental Health & Addiction Act. Congress is expected to take up this issue tomorrow, March 5, 2008. In September, 2007, the U.S. Senate passed similar legislation (S. 588) which will help bring
- [Help Encourage Increased Funding for Nursing Workforce Development  Programs](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/help-encourage-increased-funding-for/) - On Feb 25, 2008, Congressional Representatives Lois Capps (D-CA) and Steven LaTourette(R-OH) began circulating a "Dear Colleagues" letter in the House of Representatives seeking support of funding the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development Program at a level of $200 million for FY 2009. The American Nurses Association and the National League for Nursing are asking
- [Article Index Now on The Nursing Site](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/article-index-now-on-nursing-site/) - I'm adding content to TheNursingSite and have now made an Article Index page so if you're in a hurry to find a particular article you can find it there faster. Be sure to check the specific web pages however, as there is also relevant information and links you don't want to miss. As always, if
- [Joining Forces With the National Nurse Efforts](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/joining-forces-with-national-nurse/) - Patient education is a key element in helping patients to assume responsibility for their own health status and outcomes. Nurses are a primary source for patient education, but beyond the bedside, nurses are not always as accessible. Practitioners have cut office operational costs by using medical assistants and lay personnel. An Office of the National
- [Michigan Funds Program to Help High School Students Prepare for Nursing School](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/michigan-funds-program-to-help-hig/) - Here's a perfect example of why nurses should pay attention to political issues. The state of Michigan is funding a program to better prepare high school students for nursing school. One of the reasons nursing students don't succeed in nursing school is that they have difficulties with the math or reading. This poor success rate
- [Important Political Issues for Nurses in 2008](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/important-political-issues-for-nurses/) - Even if you're not interested in politics, political events affect your life as a nurse everyday. Politics affects our patients and the corporations or small business we work for. Like it or not, nurses need to become informed about the issues at stake in their homelands and how political candidates stand on these issues. Nurses
- [Gift Ideas for Nurses Week](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/gift-ideas-for-nurses-week/) - If you are looking for inexpensive ideas to add to your celebration of Nurses Week with your staff, check out the options on my website HousecallsOnline.com. There are two different Print Your Own kits which includes a card, a bookmark, a certificate of appreciation and postcards. You can also print paper nurse's caps for decorations.
- [Happy Valentine's Day!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/happy-valentines-day-2/) - It's been a very busy day for me, but I want to be sure to wish all of you a Happy Valentine's Day! Enjoy your chocolate coma!
- [Nurses Day and Nurses Week Themes Announced](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/nurses-day-and-nurses-week-themes_12/) - Annual celebrations of the nursing profession will take place in a few weeks. In the U.S., National Recognition Day for Nurses (aka Nurses Day) is May 6 and Nurses Week is May 6-12. In 1996, the American Nurses Association initiated National RN Recognition Day as May 6 as well. May 12 is the anniversary of
- [Nurses: Educate Your Patients About Medications!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/nurses-educate-your-patients-abou/) - Heath Ledger's death from an acidental overdose of medications points out the need for patient education! Americans are often way too medicated. If one doctor won't provide a prescription they seek out another. But the problem isn't just with those seeking pain killers, sleeping pills and/or anti-anxiety medications and mixing them. As a home health
- [ANA Endorses Senator Clinton for President](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/ana-endorses-senator-clinton-for/) - The American Nurses Association which represents the interests of the 2.9 million nurses in the U.S. has been endorsing presidential candidates since 1984. Last week, the ANA endorsed Senator Hillary Clinton (D-NY). According to the press release, ANA President Rebecca M. Patton MSN, RN, CNOR, stated, "Too many Americans must do without high quality health
- [Does Flight Nursing Appeal to You?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/02/does-flight-nursing-appeal-to-you/) - I have often been asked about Flight Nursing and how to find more information on this field. Resources have been far and few between, but I recently discovered a flight nurse who blogs about her adventures and is in the process of posting more information about this exciting field of nursing. Please enjoy her blog
- [Feb. 1 is National Wear Red Day](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/feb-1-is-national-wear-red-day/) - February 1 is the kick-off for American Heart Month. To raise awareness of heart disease in women, the campaign to wear red evolved into the Red Dress as the symbol to promote heart health in women. On February 1, everyone is encouraged to wear red to promote heart health. The U.S. Department of Health and
- [Laugh Long and Hard Everyday!](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/laugh-long-and-hard-everyday/) - Nurses have to have a sense of humor to survive the day-to-day basics of patient care! A reader sent me a link to a wonderful bit of humor about the 10 Terrible Patients You'll Find in Every Hospital, and How to Deal With Them. I'm sure you'll recognize a few. I know I did. Enjoy!
- [A Documentation Sample](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/documentation-sample/) - Documentation is such an essential part of nursing. To many it seems a waste of time. They'd rather spend their time with the patients, but in the interest of continuity, we have to be able to communicate information about the patient and the care we have given. Documentation takes many forms in various institutions and
- [Do You Want to Become a Nurse?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/do-you-want-to-become-nurse-2/) - It's that time of year when high school students have to start researching careers and thinking about what they want to do when they graduate next year. As nurses, we need to encourage young people to seriously consider a career in nursing. We need to mentor and nurture a new supply of nurses to take
- [Need Help With Documentation?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/need-help-with-documentation/) - Today I rediscovered a great book I read a few months back called Writing for Nursing and Midwifery Students by Julio Gimenez. Dr. Gimenez is a Professor at Middlesex University in north London. He teaches academic writing to nursing, midwifery and business students. This book is terrific at teaching nurses how to examine the care
- [How to Give an IM Injection](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/how-to-give-im-injection/) - One of the most popular articles on nursing.About.com was How to Give an IM Injection. I just added it to The Nursing Site. I also noticed that the Celebrate Nurses page is getting some views. I will add content there this week. Meanwhile, you can also add a comment on the FB Nursing Site Page
- [Understanding the Nursing Process](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/understanding-nursing-process/) - Are you struggling with the Nursing Process? Most student nurses do, and for some, the process takes quite a while to become comfortable with. For RNs, nursing is not all about the task at hand such as a dressing change, or passing medications. The nursing process is about seeing the whole patient and the factors
- [Why Do We Need a National Nurse?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/why-do-we-need-national-nurse/) - Why do we need a National Nurse in America? Terri Mills, a nurse educator from Portland Oregon posed that question in The New York Times in May of 2005. Since then a huge grassroots effort has evolved. Representative Lois Capps (CA-23)herself a nurse introduced a bill (HR 4903) to establish the Office of a National
- [Nurses Improve Care and Outcomes](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/nurses-improve-care-and-outcomes/) - Once again the value of nurses in providing quality care and improved outcomes for patients has been demonstrated by a study involving family medicine practices and diabetic patients. From the Annals of Family Medicine; January/February 2008.This result is not surprising. However, this particular study looks at outcomes in family practices with Nurse Practitioners versus physicians
- [How Do You Hand Off Your Patients?](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/how-do-you-hand-off-your-patients/) - How do you hand off your patients to the next shift? Do you make rounds? Do you record the information? Are you available to the oncoming nurse during shift changes? What kind of information do you consider critical? How do you prefer to get your report? What changes would you suggest for your facility? Documentation
- [New Products at CES](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/new-products-at-ces/) - This has been a busy week. I'm in Las Vegas attending the Consumer Electronics Show. There are some innovative products for health care or that relate to health care. I'll tell you about them when I get home and have a chance to sort through the literature and visit websites. Meantime, let me remind you
- [Virtual Voting Booth Open at ANA](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/virtual-voting-booth-open-at-ana/) - Members of ANA can cast a vote for their presidential candidate in the Virtual Voting Booth until January 17. This vote will help ANA decide which candidates nurses feel will be the strongest advocates for nurses. Also on the ANA site, public comment is being sought for Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Administration.
- [Helping the Foreign Born Nurse Asimilate](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/helping-foreign-born-nurse-asimilate/) - Each year many nurses emigrate to English speaking countries such as the U.S., Canada, Great Britain and Australia. Learning to speak English is a huge challenge. The form of English spoken in each of these countries can vary along with the slang, the accents and the pronunciation and spelling. Additionally they need to learn about
- [Entrance Exams and the NCLEX](https://thenursingsite.com/2008/01/entrance-exams-and-nclex/) - Well it is now officially 2008. Happy New Year and I hope it's a good year for you. I was busy this weekend adding some new content to The Nursing Site. If you're considering becoming a nurse, you will most likely have to take an entrance exam. Two of the most popular are the NET
- [Happy New Year!](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/happy-new-year_30/) - I hope everyone had a great holiday season and that 2008 will bring great things to everyone. I am presently on jury duty and will resume posting new articles to The Nursing Site and to this blog as soon as I am done with my civic duty. Hope you all have a terrific New Year's
- [Health Care Bills & Nursing Funding Passed!](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/health-care-bills-nursing-funding/) - Take a break, enjoy your holidays! Take some time for YOU!!! Make the most of whatever time you have with your families. Know that you are doing something to make a difference in someone's life! My aunt was hospitalized a couple of days ago and is very unhappy that she'll have to be in over
- [Forum for Home Health Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/forum-for-home-health-nurses/) - I know from experience that there are a lot of home health nurses out there who need a place to share information and to vent. It's hard to get a forum up and running and keep it active. The ones with the largest numbers of members and active participants have gotten greedy and gone way
- [How the Presidential Candidates Feel About Nurses](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/how-presidential-candidates-feel-abou/) - Finally on January 3, 2008, the Iowa Caucus will take place and rapidly after that other states hold their elections to start the process of selecting candidates for the November presidential election. If you're like me, you've become weary of all the debates and hoopla. This has gone on far too long. Now finally it
- [Before You Decide to Become a Nurse](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/before-you-decide-to-become-nurse/) - Before You Decide to Become a Nurse is a series of articles recently added to The Nursing Site for those who are thinking about a career in nursing including Why Become a Nurse, Nursing is Not For Everyone, Nursing as a Second Career, and the Many Diverse Roles for Nurses. Becoming a nurse is a
- [Survey Shows Nurses' Health Affected by Exposure to Chemicals](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/survey-shows-nurses-health-affected-by/) - Some very disturbing news is exposed in the San Francisco Chronicle today. We all know that as nurses we are exposed to chemicals, germs, and a whole lot of unknown problems everyday. It's just part of the risks we take to help others. But how much exposure is too much? And what is being done
- [National Nurse Campaign](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/national-nurse-campaign/) - To solve the nursing shortage crisis, it's going to take a lot of thinking outside the box. One idea came from Terri Mills RN, MS, ANP, a nurse educator at Portland Community College in Oregon. In an op-ed column in the New York Times, Mills suggested the idea for a National Nurse. Over the past
- [Inspirational Quotes](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/inspirational-quotes/) - A little stress buster for you today
- [Looking for Something Beyond the Bedside??](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/looking-for-something-beyond-bedside/) - Things got a little crazy this week. I was out of town and didn't have a chance to get anything written here. I did find some interesting blogs for nurses and one that really caught my eye.... Alternative Nursing Careers. It's a great resource for those looking for a field beyond the bedside. Check it
- [Head to Toe Assessment](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/head-to-toe-assessmen/) - A head to toe assessment involves assessment of the 11 body systems including Neuro, Respiratory, Circulatory, Integumentary, GI, GU, Reproductive, Muscular, Skeletal, Endocrine, Lymphatic/Immune systems. One of my most popular articles has always been the Head to Toe Assessment. Student nurses and nurse educators have used this page quite often, and I have posted it
- [Finding an Accredited Nursing Program](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/12/finding-accredited-nursing-progra/) - How do you find an accredited nursing program? What is an accredited program and Why does it have to be accredited? These are important questions to understand and consider in searching for a nursing program that fits with your own criteria. There are other factors to consider as well. What does impacted mean? Along with
- [Why Should I Become a Nurse?](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/why-should-i-become-nurse/) - Why should you become a nurse? Nurses are in demand and will be for many years to come due to a shortage of nurses as well as an increasing demand for more nurses. As the population ages and grows, the demand for health care is growing. Health care careers will continue to top the list
- [Medical Memory Cards](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/i-have-recently-been-apprised-of-new/) - I was recently apprised of a new product for nursing students to help them learn and remember common medical abbreviations and basic mathematical conversions nurses frequently need such as Fahrenheit to Celsius, pounds to kilograms, etc. Designed by a nurse educator, Medical Memory Cards follow the rules of memory matching card games. Each set has
- [Some Nursing Humor](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/some-nursing-humor/) - I received this in an email today from a dear friend and fellow nurse...enjoy! (author unknown) Did you hear about the nurse who died and went straight to hell? It took her two weeks to realize she wasn't at work! You know you're a nurse if... You would like to meet the inventor of the
- [Email Subscriptions Changed](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/email-subscriptions-changed/) - If you previously subscribed to this blog by Email, you will have to re-subscribe. I encountered some technical difficulties and had to make some changes. You can now also subscribe to the RSS feed if you prefer and add it to your home page. Thanks, and sorry for the inconvenience.
- [A Holiday Card Available on The Nursing Site](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/holiday-card-available-on-nursing-site/) - I hope everyone had a terrific Thanksgiving holiday! How's your holiday shopping going? Hope it isn't stressing you out too much. Stop and enjoy the season! If you're looking for a card for your staff, fellow nurses or students, I have one available on The Nursing Site. For $5 (through PayPal) you can download and
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/with-thanksgiving-just-couple-of-days/) - With Thanksgiving just a couple of days away now, the holiday season is upon us whether we're ready or not. Wishing you all a very Happy Thanksgiving and the best of holidays yet to come!! This is never an easy season for nurses. People don't get well and go home for the holidays. Health care
- [Adding Content to The Nursing Site](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/adding-content-to-nursing-site/) - I have begun the tedious task of adding content to The Nursing Site from the old Nursing.About.com. I started with "How to Become a Nurse" articles and have a few others up as well. I estimate this is going to take a few weeks to get it done right so please bear with me, and
- [Update on The Nursing Site](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/update-on-nursing-site/) - I've been given permission to repost my content from About.com and so I will begin to upload as much as I can over the next few days. This will be an ongoing process and I will add new content as well. Thanks for your loyalty. If you have suggestions for content or would like to
- [Toy Recalls Continue](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/toy-recalls-continue/) - It's overwhelming to think about the number of toys that have been recalled in the past few months mostly due to lead content and other safety concerns. Our local news station alerted us to this new Widget that updates with each new recall. (See the sidebar.) I hope it's helpful to anyone with young children
- [The Nursing Site Forum is open](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/nursing-site-forum-is-open/) - The Nursing Site website has been set up and I am adding content everyday. As soon as I have rights to my articles from nursing.About.com, I will post them as well. This should be around the end of November. Today I created a new discussion FORUM site for The Nursing Site. It is hosted on
- [Freedom Isn't Free -- Please Support Our Troops](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/freedom-isnt-free-please-support-our/) - Freedom isn't Free! Please help support our troops. Make their holiday away from home and family a little nicer. Here's what to send and how to send it.
- [Welcome](https://thenursingsite.com/2007/11/welcome/) - Welcome to The Nursing Site. As you may know, About.com is making changes and will disband the Nursing site. They are going to have a health care careers site and incorporate nursing into the site. I encourage you to continue to visit this new site and support About.com. They are a great site and a

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