tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89893802977199614532010-03-24T12:03:11.820-04:00Kristinnoreply@blogger.comBlogger32125 2010-08-22T11:54:00.022-05:002010-08-22T11:54:00.022-05:00

Test anxiety is a common issue among all students, whether in elementary school, high school, college or in specialized programs for nursing. There are simple ways to prepare you for tests in nursing school, making the day of the test less nerve-wracking and more of a chance to shine.

Kristin 0 2010-08-17T11:54:00.022-05:002010-08-17T11:54:00.022-05:00

Studies show, in as little as four years, many once bright and enthusiastic nurses feel burned out--and ready to call it quits. In fact, the American Nurses Association found that nurses under 30 years old are more likely to feel agitated about their job and less likely to do anything about it. That's why it's important for first year nurses to recognize the signs of burnout and know how to stop it, long before thoughts of quitting materialize.

Kristin 0 2010-08-12T11:54:00.022-05:002010-08-12T11:54:00.022-05:00

Gerontology is one of the largest and fastest growing professions in social services organizations. The cause is two-fold: more of the American population is aging and health care providers and patients alike recognize the need for specialized knowledge in gerontology. Health care is a growing field and individuals with training in gerontology should be poised to take advantage of some of the best opportunities in coming years.

Kristin 0 2010-07-30T11:54:00.022-05:002010-07-06T11:54:00.022-05:00

Unlike when hospitals and medical facilities were small, locally owned businesses, the health care systems of today need health care administrators who are able to integrate the health care delivery systems, understand and work with technological innovations, and navigate the increasingly complex regulations associated with delivering top notch health care. A thorough understanding of biostatistics can help health care administrators live up to the tasks. While many master's degree programs in health administration include courses in biostatistics, you may also choose to earn a master's degree in biostatistics itself. There are two types of master's degrees in biostatistics: Master of Science (MS) and Master of Public Health (MPH). The MS degree is a research/academic degree that focuses on principles of biostatistics. The MPH degree, on the other hand, focuses on public health practice and applying the insights of biostatistics to public health issues.

Kristin 0 2010-07-06T11:54:00.022-05:002010-07-06T11:54:00.022-05:00

Are you a nurse practitioner (NP)? Are you thinking of becoming a nurse practitioner? Are you interested in supporting the work of nurse practitioners? If so, an American Academy of Nurse Practitioners membership may be something you would like to consider. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) is an organization that promotes the nurse practitioner profession and works with health care workers, politicians, and lawmakers to ensure best practice within the profession.

Kristin 0 2010-07-04T11:54:00.022-05:002010-07-04T11:54:00.022-05:00

Ready to learn more about how to shape your nurse practitioner career? Here are three specialty areas to get you started.

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A health care administrator career can be quite rewarding for someone who is interested in the field of medicine or public health, but also has a mind for budgets, marketing, or development. It's a field with widely varied opportunities and responsibilities, from handling the operational details of a managed care facility to shaping national health care policies. If you're interested in a health care administrator career, here are five interesting options you shouldn't miss.

Kristin 0 2010-06-06T11:54:00.022-05:002010-06-06T11:54:00.022-05:00

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that job opportunities for health informatics and information systems professionals will grow much faster than the average for all occupations by 2018. Career advancement to become a health information manager, director or vice president is usually dependent upon experience or by obtaining a bachelor's or master's degree in health informatics, information technology, or a related field.

Kristin 0 2010-04-01T11:54:00.022-05:002010-04-01T12:05:10.828-04:00

The Raw Food diet is not exactly a diet, but rather a way of life for those who choose to change to this style of eating. In essence, this diet embraces only eating those foods that are unprocessed and uncooked, such fresh fruit, vegetables, sprouts and seeds.

Kristin 0 2010-03-29T11:54:00.022-05:002010-03-29T12:03:11.828-04:00

Chamberlain College of Nursing is committed to turning out the best quality of student, and they have a reputation for high caliber graduates. The highlight of the Chamberlain program is the fast track RN to BSN online, which can be completed by the student within 3 semesters. Find out more about Financial Aid options as well as their sought after tutoring services.

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The debate in Washington continues to rage with regards to President Obama's Proposal for Healthcare Reform. Although the sides remain divided, there is a strong push toward accepting the proposal now without further debate. Clearly this is a hot button issue that affects every American, but the impact of healthcare reform is substantial for the healthcare professional. President Obama's plan

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The one thing that most people count on when entering a hospital is that there are going to be nurses to take care of them. Yes, we do see a doctor when we are there, but doctors come and go intermittently. Nurses are the people we rely on. They check us into the hospital, take our vitals, and ensure we are comfortable while we are there. Imagine walking into a hospital and discovering that there

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Nursing school graduates face a sparse job market in California despite projections for a massive nursing shortage in the state. Before the recession brand new nurses could find jobs wherever they wanted in California even in tough job markets like the Bay area. Back in 2004 state labor affairs officials estimated that California would need at least 9,000 new nurses a year. But over the past

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Thank you to nurse educators and to Johnson and Johnson for a tribute to Nurse Educators. Finding qualified Nurse Educators that are willing to take a decrease in salary to teach becomes a challenge for many nursing schools. Nurses with education degrees can sometimes make 3 times the salary if they elect to work in a hospital over working in a classroom. These days, it is quite common for

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No matter what you think of healthcare reform and whether you back President Obama's plan, one thing is for certain: The introduction of a new healthcare bill has brought the entire US medical system to the forefront of the media in a way that it has never been before. In light of such a drastic change, the medical profession has found their voices and has stepped up to be heard. No one is more

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Since 1980, the Foundation has given hope, strength and joy to children with life-threatening medical conditions. The Foundation aims to reflect the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors, and entire communities. Since its humble beginning in granting a little boy's wish who dreams of becoming a police officer, the

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Many working mothers would like to go back to school and receive a higher education, but just don't feel that they have the time or the resources to make that happen. eLearners.com, which is a website of EducationDynamics, set out to make the dream of a higher education a reality for many women with their Project Working Mom scholarships program. The program received more than 50,000

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-85406784024895900312009-11-19T19:29:00.001-05:002009-11-21T23:43:51.837-05:00

People now have longer lives compared to generations ago. The explosion of the baby population will need vast medical care but nurses are insufficient The scarcity of nurses may have a negative effect on medical care. It means an increase to the ratio of the number of patients per nurse, resulting to less attention to each patient. There will be fewer nurses to monitor the patient's vital signs

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-64003663335107615832009-11-14T16:34:00.000-05:002009-11-14T16:34:33.542-05:00

The USA is considered by many to be the greatest country in the world. Because of that label, it is baffling to many how there are hundreds of thousands of people that are not insured or without access to health care because they simply cannot afford it. If you cannot afford group care insurance or if you do not have a job, becoming ill or sick can have a devastating effect on your life.

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There are many, many people with stressful jobs, but it is difficult to compare a Corporate CEO's stress with that of a Registered Nurse. Yes, the stress is different, as one deals with money and the other deals with life and death. The real contrast? That CEO may need the assistance of the nurse to save his life at some point in the future, whereas the nurse will never have the same sort of

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-12063197295949759412009-11-08T12:30:00.000-05:002009-11-08T12:30:22.875-05:00

An individual who wants to pursue a nursing degree should make a thorough research about the school he wants to go to. When selecting a nursing school, one should consider his goals, the type of nursing career he wants to practice, and school accreditation. To better help you in choosing the right nursing school, we listed the top 10 nursing schools according to U.S. News & World Report. The

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-29386193404494839072009-11-01T22:17:00.001-05:002009-11-01T22:19:11.772-05:00

The word Swine Flu, or H1N1: Mention the name and you will strike fear in the hearts of people around the world. More frightening to some than the worldwide recession, H1N1 is known to be quick to spread, is extremely contagious, and on occasion, deadly in otherwise healthy individuals. In the midst of vaccines being distributed and panic over a vaccination shortage, many are asking themselves

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The Great 100 Nurses of Northeast Florida is a non-profit organization devoted to the recognition of excellent nursing in the area. The group achieves this goal through the organization of scholarships, the honoring of local nurses, and the recruitment and support of Floridian nurses. The Great 100 Nurses of Northeast Florida got its start in 2000 due to actions by a coalition of nursing

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Healthcare in modern times can be confusing even for those trained in the medical field. To this end, Betty Long founded the Guardian Nurses Healthcare Advocates, in order to provide support to patients in need of a knowledgeable nurse to explain insurance claims and provide information about better treatments. Guardian Nurses Healthcare Advocates assist their communities with health care plans

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-46080813864973204792009-09-15T22:30:00.000-04:002009-09-15T22:30:07.482-04:00

The John C. Dunham Trust, a philanthropic organization located in the Aurora area of Illinois, has started a grant that will support Illinois area nurses pursue higher education. The John C. John C. Dunham initiated the Trust over ten years ago, and the money was put into effect two years ago. The Dunham Trust is designed to increase the quality of life in Illinois and particularly in Aurora. In

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-88882173020082981072009-09-08T13:48:00.000-04:002009-09-08T13:48:59.859-04:00

Japan has created its own answer to the global nursing shortage: the robot. Japanese engineers have spent the last three years developing an improvement to the 2006 design of the Riken Ri-Man. The Ri-Man, a robot capable of lifting 40 pounds, was created to help nurses lift patients in and out of wheelchairs and beds. The new model, the Riba, can carry more and moves faster than its predecessor.

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-71197909562778138672009-09-01T09:31:00.000-04:002009-09-01T09:31:19.656-04:00

During his campaign for office, President Obama made a strong speech to the American Nurses Association pushing for changes in United States health care infrastructure. Obama discusses his health care plan with key stakeholdersIn June of 2008, Senator Barack Obama included the American Nurses Association as one of the major stops on his campaign trail. At the time, not the decided candidate for

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-52332066392010132262009-08-29T21:05:00.000-04:002009-08-29T21:05:05.439-04:00

Renal disease is one of the biggest diseases on the rise in America today. End stage kidney disease is expected to quadruple from affecting 500,000 people today to at least 2,000,000 by 2030. Effective kidney-knowledgeable nursing can help to counteract this statistic. Kidney nurses, who specialize in renal conditions, are one of the best guards against increasing numbers of patients in renal

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-32231647997344531342009-08-28T09:25:00.004-04:002009-08-28T11:40:02.961-04:00

One of the biggest problems facing healthcare today is the nursing shortage. There are at least 100,000 nursing vacancies across the country, but 500,000 registered nurses aren't working in their field due to dissatisfaction and a number of other causes. Combined with aging baby boomers who will need assistance in the coming years, America simply doesn't have the healthcare infrastructure to

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-49016498387586522872009-08-26T20:57:00.003-04:002009-11-20T11:39:44.277-05:00

America's health care shortage extends into every level of its hospitals, from nurses to gift shop volunteers. This shortage can cause huge problems in effective coverage for United States citizens. However, statisticians believe that increasing the number of nurses per hospital will improve health care quality for everyone. The highest level of the health care shortage is in primary care

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-31759974982874606682009-08-24T17:25:00.003-04:002009-08-24T17:36:21.119-04:00

If you asked a nurse what they duties they performed for their job, they would probably stare blankly at you and state, "What jobs don't I do?" A nurse is a jack-of-all-trades, someone who manages the patient care and makes the call when the doctor isn't there. The need for nurses has literally never been higher, and although students are entering nursing programs at a record rate, the supply

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-77515097371236397902009-08-20T18:17:00.003-04:002009-08-20T18:32:57.362-04:00

When you enter the hospital to have a baby, who greets you? Although we associate our doctors with delivering our babies, often it's a nurse who walks us through labor and is with us from the first cramp until we wave goodbye with our newborn in our arms. Not every hospital stay is as happy as delivering a child, but the one constant throughout each and every visit we have to a hospital is the

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-87189947844934081272009-08-18T19:19:00.005-04:002009-08-20T18:15:45.647-04:00

Two UCF nursing students have learned what it really means to save a life - their own. Kerrie Lynch and Gaby Chaparro, who never met until a week before graduation, both entered the nursing program at the University of Central Florida hoping to make a difference in the health of others, but neither of them ever expected to save their own lives.Two nursing students at the University of Central

Kristinnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989380297719961453.post-78633455587338631712009-08-17T10:16:00.002-04:002009-08-17T10:39:35.386-04:00

Despite concerns about employment as a consequence of the recession, nursing vacancies grow steadily everyday. Over the course of the last ten years, Americans have experienced a nursing shortage the likes of which had not been seen since the 1960s. Despite attempts at righting the shortage, America is still looking at a gap of over 100,000 nursing positions nationwide.It is almost impossible for

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