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Implications of the Outpatient Shift
Over the past decade, procedures and services that have historically been performed on an inpatient basis have shifted to outpatient facilities, especially as technology advances
Benjamin Beason Develops Managerial Mindset in Online RN to BSN Program
Because Benjamin Beason works in the same hospital where he was born, he jokes that he didn’t make it very far in life. Geography and
Overcoming Disruptions to Nursing Education During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic not only impacted the delivery of healthcare, it also severely affected nursing education. In many locations, clinical sites were completely shuttered as
Alumna Kandi Tudor Enjoys Best of Both Worlds in Healthcare Education
The health science class that Kandi Tudor took in high school had much more to do with destiny than density. “It sparked my interest in
What Role Does Healthcare Administration Have in the Patient Experience?
Although healthcare administrators do not typically have direct patient contact, their decisions and actions significantly impact patients’ experiences. They help shape policy, make changes and
Improving Patient Care with Social Determinants of Health
Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, said: “I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product
What Is Disaster Nursing?
Natural disasters are common throughout the United States, and there is the possibility that a more volatile climate will only further increase their frequency. Beyond
Improving the Clinician Experience Using Digital Technology
The rise in technological capabilities offers an opportunity to enhance healthcare efficiency, boosting patient satisfaction and outcomes, streamlining access to care and services and lowering
Dealing With Compassion Fatigue
Compassion fatigue is innate to the nursing profession, with the COVID-19 pandemic heightening the challenge and pushing healthcare systems and nurses to the limit. The
Top Trends in Healthcare Technology for 2021
Thomas Edison is noted for saying, “there’s a way to do it better…find it.” That sentiment is the core of innovation in any industry, but
Current Trends in Nursing Education
Nursing is constantly evolving and changing, with nursing education following suit. Current nursing practices must adapt to disruption from external factors like the pandemic, technological
Cultural Competence in Nursing
Nurses care for people and help people care for themselves. They strive to connect with people, educate them in healthcare matters and help them feel
How to Teach Gen Z Nursing Students
Part of a nurse educator’s teaching preparation is learning about the students — how they think, what they value and how they learn. Taking this
How a BSN Can Help You Find New Opportunities
For nurses looking for new opportunities or those who want to take their career to the next level, completing an RN to BSN online program
How Nurses Can Shape Health Policy
Nurses experience the daily influence of policy and politics in healthcare. As the largest group in the global healthcare workforce, nurses are uniquely positioned to
Demand for Nurse Educators Is Higher Than Ever
Nurse educators are currently in high demand, especially considering the corresponding lack of nurses with the educational preparation to fill this need. The American Association
Amber Thompson Continues to Grow As a Nurse Educator
Nursing happens in the hands-on learning experiences of fast-paced facilities, and Amber Thompson landed on teaching as her career path after many years as a
What Nurses Need to Know About Informatics
If, as the saying goes, “knowledge is power,” then, as historian Robert Boyce has said, “knowledge shared is power multiplied.” Informatics is basically information science.
Evidence-Based Practice Is More Important Than Ever
Does hydroxychloroquine prevent coronavirus? Should everyone wear a mask, and if so, which one? Is a social distance of six feet enough? When social distancing,
Alumna Shanna Bierman Comes Full Circle in Nursing, Higher Education
Shanna Bierman overcame a lot more than homework to complete the online Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the University of
Ivy Ruiz Returns to UNCW Online for Master of Science in Nursing Program
Ivy Ruiz with her family. Ivy Ruiz was ready for a break from school after graduating from the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science
What Nurses Can Do to Promote Health Equity
When we think of equity, or equality, we often think of voting rights, equal opportunities at school and work, and the right to express yourself
Jennifer Coffey Eyes Future in Nursing Education After Earning BSN
Coffey and family. One bite of the healthcare apple got Jennifer Coffey hooked. “I started working for an eye doctor, and as I was
Rebecca Skinner Hits Her Stride After Graduating From Online RN to BSN Program
Rebecca Skinner and her husband. Rebecca Skinner knew that the knowledge she gained in the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online
Tabitha Dixon Completes Online Program With Support of Co-Workers, Children
Tabitha Dixon with her mother and her children. Graduating from the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online program at UNC Wilmington
Artificial Intelligence & Nursing
Technology is now part of everyday life. Daily tasks are accomplished through the use of computers, smartphones, laptops and software applications. Many people now order
Affordable MSN in Education in North Carolina
If you are an experienced nurse with a strong desire to teach others, consider earning a Master of Science in Nursing Education degree. After graduation,
5 Jobs for Nurse Educators
The Master of Science in Nursing – Nurse Educator degree expands a nurse’s career horizons. While environments and exact duties vary by position, jobs for
Nurses Directly Affect Patient Outcomes
Today’s nurses face the challenge of caring for an aging population with diverse healthcare needs. Nurses not only have to provide patient care, but they
Importance of Nursing in Rural Communities
The rural nurse plays an essential role in providing healthcare for citizens of small and isolated communities across the U.S. In fact, it is estimated