If you’re about to graduate nursing school, or if you’ve been out of the swing of things for a while, then you’re probably wondering how you’re going to find a job. In this article and video, I’m going to give some tips on how to get a job, regardless of whether you’re straight out of […]
How to Research and Select the Right Professors (Teachers) in College
One of the few things that students realize is that picking the right professor can make or break your class experience. Throughout college, my wife and I would diligently research our professors to make sure that we were selecting good ones for the courses we were taking. Whenever you sign up for classes in school, […]
Graduate Nursing School Faster by Using This One Trick
In this article (and video), I’m going to show you a trick that you can use to potentially graduate nursing school sooner, all while saving money in the process. What’s the trick? I’m talking about CLEP exams! CLEP exams stand for College-Level Examination Programs. CLEP exams works with universities and colleges so that students can “test out” of […]
Nursing Compact States | List of Nurse License Compact States
The Nursing Compact Agreement provides certain nurses with the opportunity to practice nursing in states other than their home state. These nurses are able to provide their valuable services to people everywhere. Many nurses dream of practicing in nursing practices in many states across the country. Since nurses can only practice in the state in […]
Nursing School Sample Weekly Schedule with Clinicals & Lecture Classes
What type of weekly schedule can you expect during nursing school? In this article, I am going to give you a sample weekly schedule I had during one semester of nursing school. It will help give you an idea of how busy you will be and what to expect when dealing with childcare for your […]
Already have a Bachelor’s Degree but Want to go to Nursing School
If you already have a bachelor’s degree and want to go to nursing school then you have some great options. Many people choose to switch careers throughout their lifetime, and nursing is a popular career choice due to the competitive pay, flexible schedule, and health benefits. In this article, I am going to give you […]
I’m a CNA & want to be a RN | What Pre-reqs do I need for my RN & can I do this Online?
Forum Post: What Pre Reqs do I need for my RN, and can I do them online? I am currently a CNA and I want to further my education by becoming an RN. I want to see what I need to do in order to start this. -Amber Amber, Thanks for your questions! They are […]
Nursing School Myths | 15 Myths that need to go Away!
Have you heard horror stories about nursing school? For instance, ever heard that nursing school is too hard, takes too long, people with kids can’t succeed in nursing school, and it is too expensive? I heard all of these same things before (and while) I was in nursing school. However, after I went through the […]
Tips on Going to Nursing School as an Older Adult
Can you go to nursing school as an older adult? People switch careers all the time during their life and choose to go to nursing school in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s (yes, even 60s). Nursing school isn’t just for twenty year olds, as some may think. Sadly, I have heard of people who […]
How to Prepare for Nursing School while in High School
You can never start preparing for nursing school too early, especially while you are in high school. High school is a great place to start prepping and planning yourself for attending nursing school. You will want to start asking yourself “Where do I want to go to nursing school?” and “What are the educational requirements […]
Nursing Sign-On Bonuses: What You Need to Know
Nursing sign-on bonuses are often offered by healthcare companies. As a new nurse graduate–or a nurse looking to change specialties or companies–you may have noticed advertisements from companies offering a sign-on bonus. When I got my first job, the company I worked for just stopped offering sign-on bonuses a month or two before I applied. […]
Wanting to Quit and Drop Out of Nursing School
Have you been thinking about quitting or dropping out of nursing school? Before you make your decision, please read this article about why you should hang in there. I can totally understand where you are coming from because I have been in this same position. I was in my first or second semester of nursing […]
Anxiety in Nursing School: Dealing with Nervousness
Anxiety is a problem that every nursing student will face. There are many situations that may cause feelings of nervousness, anxiety, or fear. Some of those situations include the first day of nursing school, the first day of clinicals, giving a presentation, taking the NCLEX, taking the HESI exam, and more. If you find yourself […]
Nursing School Rejection Letter: What to Do About It
It can happen to even the most qualified nursing student: You apply to nursing school, sit for an interview, and maybe even buy a bunch of cool nursing gear from the university bookstore. You wait with excitement about your new venture into nursing. But then it happens. You walk to your mailbox, and inside is […]
I Hate Nursing School | How to Get through Nursing School When You Hate it!
“I Hate Nursing School”! Have you been feeling this way lately? If you are a nursing students or almost one, sometime during your nursing school career you will feel like you hate nursing school. I felt like this many times, and so did others. To let you know, just because you are hating nursing school […]
Am I Smart Enough for Nursing School?
Did you know that many people choose not to go to nursing school because they feel they aren’t smart enough?! In addition, many people who are in nursing school consider dropping out because they feel like they aren’t smart enough. I think one of the reasons for this is because of the reputation of nursing […]
A Day in the Life of a Nurse | What is it like to Work as a Registered Nurse?
Before I became a nurse, I always wondered what “a day in the life of a nurse” was like, what a 12 hour shift was like, and what type of things I would be doing on the job daily. In this article, I want to share with you how a typical day would be for […]
Would I Make a Good Nurse Quiz
Many people considering a career in nursing often ask themselves, “Would I make a good nurse? Am I cut out for nursing?” In the video below, you can watch Nurse Sarah explain a typical day in the life of a nurse. Nursing is a great profession with many different specialties. You can work as a […]
Following HIPAA & Patient Privacy
New nurse tips: HIPAA & Privacy. Adhering to patient privacy is a major rule we follow as nurses. When you are first starting out as a nurse, you may be confused on what you are allowed to share with others regarding your patient and who you can tell. In nursing school, you should have heard […]
Medical Supplies For Nurses List | Items a New Nurse or Student Nurse Needs to Buy
Okay…so you are a new graduate registered nurse (RN) or a nursing student wondering what type of nursing medical supplies you will need to help you do your job or get through nursing school. Starting a new job or nursing school is always exciting but can be nerve racking at the same time because you have […]
Discussing Code Status with a Patient
Code status of a patient? This probably isn’t a typical new nurse tip you would think of giving a new nurse because it seems self-explanatory. However, I have found out that discussing code status with a patient is one of the most overlooked things we do as healthcare professionals. As nurses, we tend to “just” trust the […]
How to Establish a Good Rapport with a Patient
When you are starting out as a new nurse, you want your patients to have a good impression of you and the care you provide to them. Because let’s face it, as a new nurse your confidence in your nursing abilities is minimal at first until you gain experience. However, you don’t want your patient […]
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Tech Salary | How Much Money Do Clinical Lab Techs Make?
How much money does a medical and clinical lab tech make per year? Medical and clinical laboratory technicians perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. They often may work under the supervision of a medical technologist. Medical and clinical Lab Tech Educational Requirements Medical and clinical laboratory technicians usually […]
Anesthesiologist Salary | How Much Money Does an Anesthesiologist Make?
How much money does an anesthesiologist make each year? Anesthesiologists are physicians who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery, or other medical procedures. This is a very serious job, as the slightest mistake in administering anesthesia could have deadly consequences for a patient. Anesthesiologists make up a very important part of the healthcare […]
Phlebotomist Salary | How Much Money Does a Phlebotomist Make?
Phlebotomists can earn reasonable salaries for the training required. The duties of a phlebotomists includes drawing blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. They often explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions. This not a job you want if you have a fear of needles, or if […]
Nursing Assistant Salary | How Much Money Does a Nursing Attendant Make?
Nursing assistants, also sometimes called nursing attendants, nursing aides, or orderlies, provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. LPN and RNs usually say that nursing assistants are their “eyes and ears.” Nursing assistants perform duties such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, or moving patients. They also change linens and clean up patients in the […]
Home Health Aide Salary | How Much Money Does a Home Health Aide Make?
A home health aide is one of the entry level healthcare positions. Home health aides provide routine individualized healthcare such as changing bandages and dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities. They often work directly in the patient’s home or in a care facility. Home health aides also monitor or report changes […]
How to Complete a Nursing Care Plan for Clinical Exam
Hello Registered Nurse RN. Your website and Youtube videos are awesome, they are easy to follow and very helpful. I need help with care plans and am unsure where to post this to get your help, I could not find a place to ask, but if you can offer some advice for me for next week. […]
ADN or BSN for a Cosmetic Nurse?
I love love love your videos you are very informative. Would it be better for me to get an ADN over a BSN if my goal is to just do injectables and own a med spa? -Marshay Hi Marshay! Thank you so much for your comment about my nursing videos. So happy you found them […]
Failed NCLEX-RN first try! Taking NCLEX exam second time…
I failed the NCLEX-RN first try last month and will be taking it again. I am so depressed about it especially since all of my friends passed. I am so embarrassed really and feel like a failure. I am questioning if I should have even went to nursing school. I dread taking it again and […]
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