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Keeping Your License Safe: Best Practices for Nurses When Passing Narcotics

Empowered Nurses

Youve made it through nursing school, passed the NCLEX, and earned your licensenow the real responsibility begins. Whether in the ER, med-surg, ICU, or long-term care, passing controlled substances is routineand it’s also one of the fastest ways to put your license (and livelihood) at risk if you’re not careful.

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Nursing Administrator vs. Healthcare Administrator: Understanding the Key Differences

Registered Nursing

Nursing administrators serve as the bridge between clinical practice and organizational management, advocating for both patients and nursing staff while meeting institutional goals. Nursing administrators work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and home health agencies.

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“Wow, That Could Be Me One Day” – Wayne State’s Erik Carter Traces His Path from Teenage LVN to Nurse Educator

Minority Nurse

The young man was soon dividing his time between bedside nursing and work as a clinical instructor at a community college. Below, he recounts his journey… Why did you become a nurse? My matriculation into nursing was a little bit different than the traditional route. ” How did you get into teaching?

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The Road to Becoming an FNP

Minority Nurse

This is the model recommended by the National Academy of Medicine, formerly called the Institute of Medicine, and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.” CONS: Future license portability: At some point in the future, the APRN Compact will become a reality like it is for millions of registered nurses.

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Nurse Manager: What is a Nurse Manager in 2023?

Nurse Code

Nurse Manager Practice Requirement Nursing Education Requirement To become a Nurse Manager, a person must first get a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from a Nursing program offered by universities or colleges recognized by the government.