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Texas Army Nurse Prepares for Next Chapter in Leadership with MSN

Post University

I was waiting tables because there were no other job opportunities in my profession close to home, but my stepfather was the one to tell me I needed to get back into the military, she recalls. For the next two years, Lisa worked long shifts to handle the overflow of COVID patients from the civilian population as well as military patients.

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Trailblazers in Scrubs: Celebrating Black Nurses Who Changed History and Inspire the Future

Daily Nurse

During World War II, Osborne was a consultant to the National Nursing Council for War Service, helping place Black nurses in the military. Johnson-Brown: Leading the Way in Military Nursing In 1979, Hazel W. Her career began as a nurse and evolved into a position of leadership where she oversaw thousands of nurses worldwide.

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The Importance of Diversity in Nursing: Black History Month Reflection

Diversity Nursing

Estelle Massey Osborne (19011981) The first Black Nurse to earn a masters degree and an advocate for integrating Black Nurses into the military and professional Nursing organizations. Address racial disparities in hiring and leadership roles. Army Nurse Corps. Army and lead the Army Nurse Corps.

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How to Pay for Your MSN Degree: Scholarships, Grants & Loan Forgiveness

Registered Nursing

Deciding to enroll in a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree represents a significant investment in your healthcare career, opening doors to advanced practice roles, leadership positions, and increased earning potential. However, the cost of graduate nursing educationranging from $35,000 to $70,000 or morecan be daunting. The good news?

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Discover Best Acute Care NP Programs Near El Paso, Texas

Registered Nursing

Whether you aim to stabilize rural emergency departments or support military medical units, you can enroll in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) programs tailored for high-acuity patient care at a fraction of larger metropolitan costs. Occasional travel to Lubbock campus.

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The Intersection of Nursing and the Navy

Daily Nurse

For many nurses in the military, sincere pride and a great depth and breadth of experience are intrinsic to the life that the armed forces provide. We’re challenged with leadership opportunities early in our careers, which enhances a smooth transition to civilian nurse leadership positions.

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6-Month RN to BSN Programs: Fast-Track Your Nursing Degree in 2025

Registered Nursing

Career Growth: BSN-prepared nurses are more eligible for promotions, leadership positions, and higher salaries. You might think that because these programs are shorter, they cut cornersbut that's far from the truth. The curriculum is just as comprehensive as a standard BSN; it's just compressed.