Some nursing student have anxiety about working 12 hours shifts. The thought of working 7a-7p or 7p-7a is very daunting to them. They sometimes wonder how they will be able to work 12 hours shifts without passing out from exhaustion by the end of their day. Many nurses love their 12 hour work shifts and would not [...]
Nursing Questions
Nursing Questions: It is common for potential nursing students (and new graduate nurses) to have many questions about the field of nursing. This section contains our database of articles which seek to answer common questions about the profession. Overall, nursing is a wonderful profession and there are so many specialties and fields of nursing, so that just about any type of person could find something they enjoy doing. If you'd like to find common questions and answers about being a nurse, feel free to search our archive below.
Needle Sticks to Nurses | What to do if you get Stuck by A Needle for Nurses RNs
Needle sticks are very common in the health care field. Unfortunately, nurses are the majority of people who get stuck by needles in the hospital setting. The ANA (American Nurse Association) has been working to decrease this problem by encouraging hospitals to switch to needle less devices. However, some items in a hospital setting can [...]
Legal for a Hospital to Post Your Name, Title, and Degree for Patients and Staff Members to See?
I received an “ask me a question” from Elda. The question was the following: Is it Legal for a Hospital to Post Your Name, Title, and Degree for Patients and Staff Members to See? First of all, thank you Elda for your question. This question is more of a legal question for a legal person [...]
My Biggest Fear Working as a Registered Nurse RN in a Hospital or Medical Office
I am almost caught up on questions, but I had another great question regarding working as a registered nurse: Hey Sarah, What is your biggest fear working as a Registered Nurse RN? Is there anything you constantly worry about while working? Just curious. Deb Thanks so much for your question Deb. I think all people [...]
The Positive and Negative Things about Being an Registered Nurse
Since I have been an registered nurse for almost a year, I have been able to see the positive and negative things/aspects of being an registered nurse. However, just like with any other job there are positive and negative things associated with them. Here is a little break down of how my first year has [...]
Should Nurses Know How to Convert Grams to Grains? Registered Nurse RN
Hello Everyone, So many times nursing students get frustrated when it comes to learning how to do the conversions. At first, I was so overwhelmed and I had a hard time learning. However, after lots of practice I eventually became very comfortable doing conversions, and from that point on I never struggled with them again. [...]
Can I Become a Nurse With a Class C Misdemeanor?
Hey Everyone! I had a great question regarding problems with prior issues with the law, and how that may affect the chances of becoming a nurse. Here is the question: Hello hello, I am so excited about becoming a Registered Nurse RN. I’ve currently been applying to a couple different programs, but i am worried about [...]
Can I Be a Nurse If I Am Afraid of Blood? Registered Nurse RN
Here is a great question about becoming a nurse: Hi! Firstly I would like to thank you for making such a great website!!! I’ve had so much trouble finding a place where I can ask about nursing from a real nurse! I am currently in the last year of high school, and I am thinking [...]
Are Nursing Licenses Valid for Other States if I Move? Registered Nurse RN
Are Registered Nurse RN nursing licenses valid for every state? Or are they only valid for the state you live in? This is a great question that I was recently asked. Here is the full question: I will be moving to California after I graduate nursing school in December 09, I currently live in Illinois. Do [...]
Nursing Is So Fast Paced-How Will I Make It? I’m a Perfectionist? Registered Nurse RN
Hey Everyone, I received another “ask me a question” and it comes from Nurse 2 Be and here is what they asked: “Hey Sarah, I am currently a nursing freshman entering Nursing 3. I always seem to be the slowest at care plan writing. I always feel as though my assessments are broken (patient leaves [...]
Want to Be a Nurse But I Hate Burns & Wounds? Registered Nurse RN
Hey Everyone, I received another “ask me a question” and this one comes from Farah and here is what she ask: “Hello, Im a Nursing Major (can’t wait til i become a Registered Nurse RN) and looooooooove the nursing field, there just one problem…… When I see bad wounds or injuries, I squinge..What do I [...]
Can a Person Who is Shy, Panicky, and Introverted be a Nurse? Registered Nurse RN
Hey Everyone, I hope every one’s Friday is going well. It is so gloomy and rainy here….but I’m trying to make the best of it. I received another “ask me a question” and this one comes from Kim Friend and here is what she asked: “Hi Sarah! I have always been interested in the health [...]
Is Giving Shots (Needle Sticks) as a Nurse Hard? | Registered Nurse RN
Hey Everyone, I hope everyone’s week is going good….it’s almost Friday! I received another “ask me a question” and this question comes from Tracey and here is what she asked: “Hi I am just beginning to register for my prerequisites and take the assessment exams so that I can get on the waiting list for [...]
Is Nursing Right for Me? How to know if Nursing is the Career for You | Registered Nurse RN
Should I Choose Nursing? Is Nursing a Good Career? Is nursing right for me? Nursing is a popular career choice among many individuals. Before you decide to pick a career in your life, you must find out what you enjoy doing. If you pick a career based on just salary and what other people think you [...]
How to Become a Registered Nurse? Steps to Become an RN
Introduction On Becoming a Registered Nurse RN How do you become a registered nurse? This is a great question that a lot of potential nurses ask when they first become interested in this profession. Registered Nursing is a popular profession within the medical field, and most career research centers project an increased demand for RNs over the next decades. With this increased demand [...]