What are some differences between nursing school and real world work as a nurse? Is nursing school harder or easier? Is working as a nurse harder? What are the differences? Those are great questions. There are definitely some differences between working as a nurse and being a student in nursing school. Nursing School vs Working […]

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What can nursing students expect in nursing school clinicals? How do they work? I started clinicals in my junior year of college. On one hand, I was so excited about starting clinicals, because I love learning in a hands-on way, and I couldn’t wait to learn from other nurses. Classroom lectures can get a bit […]

How long does it take to become a registered nurse (RN)? That’s a common question that people ask me when they develop an interest in becoming an RN. The answer is that it depends on a few things. I’ll try to explain how long it takes to become a registered nurse, and then I’ll share […]

Entering nursing school can be a frightening experience for new nursing students, and there is no shortage of horror stories and rumors that can add to the anxiety. I can still remember many things I feared as a new nursing student. Thankfully, I made it through and lived to tell about it… 3 Common Nursing […]

What’s the best stethoscope for nurses and nursing students who are on a budget? After several years of faithful service, the Prestige Medical stethoscope that I had purchased during nursing school had become discolored, and the once-pretty translucent pink tubing had faded into brownish color. Therefore, I recently decided to shop around for a new […]

Nursing school final exams can induce massive stress in nursing students, especially since many final exams are comprehensive, covering all of the topics students have learned throughout the semester. On top of that, most nursing students are completely burned out by the end of the spring semester, and it can be an exhausting experience. Nevertheless, […]

Do nurses need to know anatomy? Nursing students struggling in their Anatomy and Physiology class often ask this question. The short answer to this question is…yes! As a nurse, you certainly don’t have to possess a triple PhD in anatomy, but you will need to know the basics. I’ll give you five reasons why you’ll […]

When does nursing school become the most difficult? Is there a semester that will be harder than others will? Some viewers have asked me those great questions. In truth, nursing school can be difficult the whole way through. However, you’ll likely have some semesters that are very difficult, whereas other semesters will be easier. The […]

Are your scared to death of your first day of nursing school? Does the mere thought of clinical skills or care plans make you sick to your stomach? If so, you certainly aren’t alone. First Day of Nursing School Feeling scared, nervous, or anxious for your first day of nursing school is a perfectly normal […]

Do men make good nurses? Are there many men in nursing school programs? Some male viewers have asked me to address these questions. More men are entering the nursing profession than ever before, and for good reason: nursing is in high demand and offers competitive pay and the potential for career growth and diversity. Men […]

How much does nursing school cost? What kind of tuition can you expect to pay for LPN programs, RN programs, or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) programs, such as nurse practitioner, CRNA, or nurse midwife? Those are great questions! In this article and video, I’ll give you an idea of the costs you can expect […]

What is the nursing school pinning ceremony? That’s a great question. As the semester winds down and nursing students prepare for graduation, they’ll likely have the privilege of attending a pinning ceremony. Many nursing schools hold a pinning ceremony for graduating students, and some viewers have asked that I share my experience. So, here it […]

One of the common questions students ask me is this: “How hard is nursing school? What did you think was the hardest part?” In this article and video, I’ll outline the things I thought was most difficult about nursing school. Nonstop Assignments and Studying One of the things that I found most difficult about nursing […]