With so many choices for careers in the medical field, students may have an extremely difficult decision to make about their futures. Two of the most popular careers in the medical field are Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. The two careers may seem similar, but they are very different. Find out what the difference is between a Nurse […]
Nursing Career Information
Nursing Career Information: This section includes important career information. You can learn about the types of nurses, such as nurse practitioners, LPNs, RNs, Midwives, and more. You can also find articles including information about nursing salaries, frequently asked questions about the nursing profession, board of nursing contact information, and more. So if you are interested in learning more about nursing careers, then you should find this section useful.
Midwife Vs OB-Gyn Doctor | What is the Difference between Midwife and OB-Gyn Doctor?
When couples discover that they are expecting, they often ponder on whether to use a midwife or an obstetrician for the delivery of their baby. Both options are popular among couples, but it all depends on which option is best for each couple. There are many misconceptions about the use of both birthing options. Couples need to […]
Is Nursing Right for Me? How to know if Nursing is the Career for You
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 […]
Registered Nurse Salary by State (Average Hourly Wage and Salary): Year 2010
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics lastest data, the average salary of a registered nurse in the United States is $67,720 in 2010. The average hourly wage of a registered nurse in the year 2010 is $32.56. The list below includes the average salary and hourly wage for registered nurses (RNs) as of 2010. These hourly and salary […]
Nurses Don’t Get Breaks?
Do nurses get breaks on the job? Or do nurses work relentlessly for hours and hours with no lunch breaks? Truth be told, nurses often go without breaks. I know I’ve worked 8-9 hours straight before with no time for a break. And I seem to recall at least one 12 hour shift where I basically […]
Nursing School Dropout?
Are you contemplating dropping out of nursing school for a semester or two? Or maybe you’ve given up hope and no longer feel like you have what it takes, and simply want to wave the white flag of defeat and drop out. There are many circumstances that can happen in one’s life that can cause […]
Can an RN Still Work as an LPN?
Can Registered Nurses (RNs) still work as an LPN? That’s a great question, and a complicated one in some ways. At first it seems common sense: Since RN is a higher license than LPN, it would seem like a no brainer than an RN could work as an LPN at any time. But things aren’t […]
Can You Work In Pharmaceuticals With a Nursing Degree?
Can you work in pharmaceuticals with a nursing degree? That’s a great question. One of the things that I love about nursing is that you have an almost endless supply of job opportunities with good pay and high demand. If you ever feel yourself doubting your decision to major in nursing, then you should remind […]
9 Frequently Asked Questions About the Nursing Career
Before most students decide to attend nursing school they wonder how it will be working as a nurse (hours, difficulty, salary, schedule) and if it is a career that fits their personality. Becoming a registered nurse can be one of the most rewarding careers a person can choose. However, it is important the potential nurse researches […]
What Minor Should You Choose for Nursing School?
The decision to allow students to choose their minors in nursing school varies by institution. Attending nursing school comes with a host of important decisions to make about the future. Choosing the right minor can make an enormous difference in the marketability and income potential for prospective nurses. Talking to a nursing school advisor will […]
Should I Renew My Nursing License After I Retire?
It can take a lot of work to become a licensed nurse. And after all of those years of schooling, on top of taking NCLEX–the last thing you’d want to happen is for your nursing license to expire. But sometimes situations arise where a nurse may leave the workforce (such as having children or seeking a new […]
Can I Be a Registered Nurse in the U.S. if I Transfer From the U.K.?
Nurses often travel, do missionary work, or even change states (or even countries) throughout their careers. One of the questions we often receive on this website is related to moving and how it may affect licensing. As we’ve written many times on this blog, moving between states (at least, within the United States) is often […]
How to Become a Perioperative Nurse?
Perioperative nurses often have a fascinating career. It can be very rewarding and some nurses find this type of nursing more rewarding than regular floor nursing. Perioperative nurses can often work in a slightly more relaxed atmosphere, depending on where you work. In fact, a couple of my friends moved from a cardiac floor to do perioperative […]
Thinking of Becoming a Registered Nurse: How to Volunteer or Shadow?
Are you thinking of becoming a registered nurse, but you aren’t sure if you’d really like it? Or maybe you are in high school and you are considering entering a nursing program, yet you’d like to get a little experience and see what the actual job is like. If this is the case, what can […]
How to Become a Psychiatric Nurse After a 25 Year Break?
It is very common that, as a nurse, you may one day take a break from your career. Perhaps it will be to raise children, or perhaps you will battle a disease which prevents you from working, or perhaps you just decide you need a break from the nursing world and pursue other goals. Either […]
Can Shy Or Introverted People Succeed In Nursing?
We all have different personality traits. Some of us are shy, while others are gregarious. Some of us are introverts who prefer our solitude (spend lots of time reading and thinking deeply about life), while others are extroverts who prefer to be stimulated by the outside world, frequently engaging in social events, networking, texting, etc. […]
How Many Years Do I Have to Study To Become an RN?
We recently received the following question: “How many years do I have to study to become an RN?” This is a great question, and a lot of potential nursing students ask this. Essentially, there are a couple of degree programs you can complete in order to be a licensed Registered Nurse. We’ll get to that in […]
Can a Person Who is Shy, Panicky, and Introverted be a Nurse?
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, I have always been interested in the health field […]
Should Nurses Know How to Convert Grams to Grains?
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. […]
Nursing License Recertification or Renewal When Transferring States (Moving)?
One of the more common questions we receive at our website relates to the issues of licensing when changing states. We recently received a couple of questions regarding this situation (I’ll try to address both in this article). I’ll try to answer these in a general way that can be used by nearly everyone who may face […]
LPN Job Description | What Does an LPN Do?
Becoming an LPN is an excellent career move. This career offers one of the shortest routes to a career in the medical field. LPNs help sick and disabled patients to handle their day-to-day needs. In addition, LPNs can earn a great starting salary that can develop into an even better salary with experience. Many nurses use the LPN degree […]
LPN Interview Questions | Typical Interview Questions for an LPN Job
Once students earn their nursing degree, they may think that the hardest part is all over now, but it isn’t. Once students graduate from nursing school they have to find a job. They cannot depend only on their skills alone to get a job; they must know how to interview so that they can get […]
LPN to RN | How to Become a Registered Nurse as a LPN
These days, many people are choosing to change careers or advance in their current careers. The economy is creating an urgency to find positions with job security and financial benefits. One of the popular career changes is from Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Registered Nurse (RN). This career move offers more promise and opportunity for […]
Benefits of Being a CNA | Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant Before Getting RN Degree
Becoming a part of the healthcare field offers many exciting prospects for those who choose to enter the field. Many dream of becoming nurses, but they are not exactly sure what to expect from the profession. Before becoming Registered Nurses (RNs), many choose to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) so that they know what to […]
CNA Exam | How to Pass the Certified Nursing Assistant Exam
The CNA exam is a tool that measures Nursing Assistants’ nursing skills. Attending school to become a CNA has its challenges. After completing the CNA program, it is necessary to take the licensing exam to become a CNA. Studying for the Certified Nursing Assistant exam may be difficult, but it is can be easy to […]
How to Become a CNA | Certified Nursing Assistant Education
Many people choose to enter the medical field as Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) before advancing their educations to other degrees in the medical field. The decision to become a CNA comes with the opportunity to help needy patients. The medical field has many opportunities for those who are interested in entering the field. There are […]
CRNA Requirements | Nurse Anesthetist Education Requirements
Many people who become nurses decide to advance their educations to become Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs). One of the most popular types of APNs is the Nurse Anesthetist. This type of nurse offers a valuable service to the nursing profession. It takes an incredible amount of time and dedication to become a Nurse Anesthetist. What […]
Curos Port Protector | New Tool Available to Help Nurses Prevent Bloodstream Infections in Patient with IV, PICC, & Central Lines
Bloodstream infections, unfortunately, are becoming a problem in the healthcare system. These infections are causing patients to stay in the hospital longer and are costing hospitals billions of dollars each year in unnecessary healthcare costs. In order to prevent bloodstream infections in patients with central lines, PICC, and peripheral IV lines, nurses takes many steps […]
Board of Nursing List by State | Registered Nurse RN Nurse Boards
The Board of Nursing in your state is very important in nursing, because it regulates the practice of nursing, as defined by each state’s laws. The Board of Nursing (BN) in each state is also responsible for implementation and enforcement of the Nursing Practice Act, as well as other local and federal laws. These include laws related to […]
How Often Do You Discuss Advanced Directives with Your Patient? | An Incredible Nursing Story by a Nurse
As a nurse it is important to discuss a patients advanced directives wishes. Believe it or not but many patients and their families have no idea what an advanced directive is, let alone how to begin the process of filling out the necessary paperwork to complete one. The best time to talk to a patient […]
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