The Nurse Break

MAY 20, 2025

Before we get into Jo Scott’s 2020 article about neonatal nursing, if youre a nursing student or nurse in Australia, we have made our very own, free, nurse-only community that I built for you (I am an RN in Victoria). Its where you can join forums, connect, and share all things to do with nursing.

Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The growing and less discussed shortage of nurse educators extends beyond the well-known nursing shortage. This critical gap threatens the future of nursing itself. Addressing this shortage is not just about filling vacancies; it is about safeguarding the future of nursing and, by extension, the health of our communities.

Nurse Educator

Daily Nurse

JANUARY 15, 2024

Nursing is integral to safe healthcare delivery, and the threat of a nursing shortage should concern everyone. When it comes to patient safety, nurses are the nervous system of a hospital. They sense, perceive, connect, communicate, and solve. Nurses who are leaving the bedside aren’t retirement age.

Retirement

Health Leaders | Nursing

MARCH 1, 2023

When 100% of the nursing faculty at one upstate New York reported incivility as a major departmental issue, they reversed course. Incivility among nurse educators—bullying, disrespect, harassment—is growing and affects new nurses’ view of nursing as a profession, according to a new study published in NursingCenter.

Work-Life Balance

American Nurse

JUNE 3, 2024

The future of nursing education and professional development Takeaways: Artificial intelligence (AI) and prompt engineering serves as an innovation within nursing and nursing education. Instructions: Consider prioritization of interventions and communication strategies. General FAQs about AI What’s AI?

Professional Development

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

In 2011, the Institute of Medicine released the landmark report “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” calling for doubling the number of U.S. nurses who have doctoral degrees by 2020. 1 The report, which is still influential today, argues that higher levels of nursing education lead to improved patient care.

Nurse Practitioner

Daily Nurse

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

This modification stems from the stimulus bill passed at the close of 2020. Final Thoughts About the 2024-25 FAFSA Given the anticipated increase in appeals this year, it is crucial to communicate with the financial aid office as early as possible after receiving your offer letter if you think you have the need to appeal.

Business

Daily Nurse

AUGUST 14, 2023

The field of nursing saw an estimated 3% decline in the number of people in the workforce between 2020 and 2022. The pandemic and associated stresses were particularly difficult for nurses and those in the medical field. The COVID-19 pandemic was an even more powerful blow to a field struggling to retain quality employees.

Nurse Shortage

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

To address this shortfall, the chief nursing officer set out to create an internal PCA course (with didactic, simulation, clinical experience, and testing components) to provide knowledge, skills, and competency customized to the organization. Relate principles of communication to the role of the PCA within the healthcare setting.

Chief Nursing Officer

American Nurse

AUGUST 1, 2024

amsn.org/Learning-Development/Mentoring Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Mentoring Program Toolkit: For students entering nursing programs and transitioning into the profession. campaignforaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Mentoring-Toolkit-2017.pdf American Nurse Journal. Hospital nurse staffing and patient outcomes.

Professional Development

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Today’s healthcare environment is fast-paced and dynamic, nurses must be prepared to inspire, innovate, and lead healthcare transformation (Sensmeier, 2021). Nursing is a knowledge-intensive profession. 2023) Social determinants of health in nursing education: Integrating into curriculum and practice. & Kerkove, K.S.

Nurse Entrepreneurs

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Nurse leaders at a health system in Southeastern Virginia understood the potential benefits to nurse and patient outcomes of modifying CDMs. They recognized that teamwork, delegation, and communication among RNs, licensed professional nurses (LPNs), and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) must play a role. J Nurs Manag.

LPN

Nurse.com

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Nurses sometimes use Tiktok as a vehicle to take a lighthearted look at the reality of what they do, which can sometimes raise concerns about nursing professionalism and safety. The incident severely impacted the nurse’s career. More nurses on TikTok who might appeal to you. Nurse In The Making Kristine.

Education

Every Nurse

MAY 10, 2023

BSN coursework covers various areas such as anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, health assessment, nursing ethics, and community health. Students also learn critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and patient-centered care skills. But that’s not all.

Education

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In 2020, only about 18% of all nurses had earned their graduate degree, giving them leverage to pursue more specialized positions and higher earning power. 4 For a nurse practitioner (NP), which requires at least an MSN degree, it’s $123,780. 3 The average annual salary for an MSN graduate is $114,430. link] Myrna B.

Psychiatry

American Nurse

JULY 10, 2023

Triage nurse qualities A telephone triage nurse typically is an RN with several years of experience in a hospital or ambulatory care setting. Empathy, essential to telephone triage nursing, requires that nurses demonstrate understanding, patience, and compassion, and that they offer education and reassurance without judgment.

Education

American Nurse

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) issued a report, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health, which included eight recommendations as a call to action for the nursing professions (IOM, 2011). The COVID pandemic and economic uncertainty post-pandemic negatively impacted nursing education program enrollments.

APRN

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

AACN highlights that nurse satisfaction with the profession has declined in the past 4 years, from 92% in 2018 to 76% in 2022. NPD structure and support New graduate nurses require continual support and preparation to fulfill the complex roles associated with specialized areas such as critical care. J Nurs Educ. Nurs Manag.

Professional Development

The Nurse Break

JUNE 27, 2022

The referral of Bridging programs has ended following the introduction and launching of the new assessment model back in March 2020. If you are from overseas and haven’t completed any qualification, the only way to become a nurse is to complete an NMBA Approved study program of a Diploma (1.5 The exam was very difficult, I must admit.

Self-Care

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Offer regular check-ins, mental health assessments, and well-being programs for nurses throughout their careers. Provide debriefings with colleagues and supportive leaders such as chaplains, nurse leaders, nursing education specialists, and preceptors to deliver effective coping strategies and support.

Mental Health

Post University

MARCH 25, 2024

Key Approaches to Address Nursing Faculty Shortages Approaching the nursing faculty problem from a variety of angles, the AACN is working to secure federal government funding for key development programs, collect and analyze data on the nursing facility shortage, and draw media attention to this critical issue.

Nurse Shortage

Every Nurse

JUNE 24, 2023

Many hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare organizations now require RNs to hold a BSN degree, particularly for leadership positions or specialty nursing roles. As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and become more complex, demand for nurses with BSN degrees is likely to continue to grow.

Leadership

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Accommodations should include supportive academic plans that remove barriers that impede learning for SNWD while maintaining the fundamental objectives/components of academic programs (Neal-Boyan & Miller, 2020). in Nursing Science and Nursing Education from Widener University.

Nurse Educator

Council of Public Health Nursing Organizations

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Just as important, students collaborated with community partners and stakeholders to address the social determinants of health with community members they serviced. During the pandemic, in 2020, I received a small grant from the Institute of Scholarship and Community Engagement, Metropolitan State University, St.

Self-Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

DECEMBER 18, 2023

1 An MSN is a graduate degree focused on specific nursing topics to prepare you for advanced practice or nursing leadership. You can choose from various specializations, including Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Executive or Nurse Educator.

Chief Nursing Officer

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Many of these concerned nurses have held leadership positions in ONA, the American Nurses Association (ANA) and/or district associations and came from across Ohio. Some were nurse educators, some community health nurses, some advanced practice nurses, while others had shaped ONA’s collective bargaining program since its inception.

Leadership

American Nurse

JUNE 13, 2024

By equipping new nurses with the necessary skills and knowledge, mentors can contribute to better patient outcomes. They can help new nurses develop critical thinking skills, improve clinical judgment, and refine communication abilities. Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice, 28, 100521. DOI: 10.1097/01.NUMA.0000758704.21425.0c

Self-Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JULY 27, 2023

Speech and language therapy focuses on language and communication mechanics. Bureau of Labor Statistics , last modified September 2022, [link] NIH, “Physical Therapy,” NIH , last modified August 2020, [link] U.S. Speech-language pathologists help individuals improve issues involving pronunciation, swallowing, language and voice 1.

Pharmaceutical

American Nurse

JULY 8, 2023

In October 2011, the Institute of Medicine and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation released the Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health report, which called for increasing the number of bachelor’s prepared RNs to 80% by 2020 to help nurses address “the demands of an evolving health care system and meet the changing needs of patients.”

Work-Life Balance

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

A partnership continues in support of patients and nurses. Takeaways: Magnet4Europe (M4E) is a 4-year European Union–funded project that began in January 2020 to improve the mental health and well-being of healthcare professionals in Europe. hospital and participating in learning collaboratives.

Chief Nursing Officer

Nurse Code

JULY 5, 2022

Enroll in a Nursing Program The first step toward being a Director of Nursing is to enroll in a Nursing program. You can either join a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or an Associate Degree in Nursing. Earn the RN Designation The second critical step in your DON Career is to earn the Registered Nurse Designation.

Licensing

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN): A degree that typically takes two years to complete. 11 Credits earned in an ADN program can often be applied toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) if you wish to continue your nursing education. The USAHS DNP program typically takes 2.3-4

Nurse Practitioner

American Nurse

JULY 8, 2023

According to Triemstra and colleagues, many nursing educators had to manage virtual experiences without appropriate training or guidelines, which led to varied accountability measures and expectations. Expanding nursing simulation programs with a standardized patient protocol on therapeutic communication. J Prof Nurs.

Education

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MAY 20, 2024

To be a successful healthcare provider, clinical nurse or nurse leader, you need exceptional communication skills—and you need to be able to use them during high-stress situations. Why Is Communication Important in Nursing? Below, we explore 10 communication skills that are important for nurses.

Communication

American Nurse

JUNE 13, 2024

These were: Individual determinants Education Experience Nurses’ value Impact of role models Factors influencing individual determinants were age, gender, religion, satisfaction with the nursing major, personal values, and use of coping strategies. References American Association of Colleges of Nursing. link] Dall, T.

Health Outcomes

Post University

JULY 5, 2023

In the aforementioned study , nearly one in ten respondents revealed they had recently left their nursing jobs. Data cited in the journal Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! is even more concerning: as of 2020, a national turnover rate averaging 19.1 These concerning numbers are likely to continue rising as the pandemic continues.

Patient Satisfaction

American Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Although no identified studies have quantified the amount of time nursing students spend learning about nutrition in undergraduate and graduate programs, a systematic review by Crowley and colleagues found that medical school education doesn’t sufficiently incorporate nutrition. Am J Health Promot. 2015;29(4):245-54. doi:10.4278/ajhp.130218-quan-72

Education