The start of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) almost 25 years ago established a mechanism of nursing licensure that supported both improved access to care through an enhanced nursing workforce and a convenient advantage for …
Many professional licenses are required to be renewed periodically. Your nursing license is no different. While this may feel like little more than a nuisance, the rationale for maintaining this requirement does have merit. License …
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Whether you’re a veteran at the bedside, or in the early stages of your career, you may have noticed that the way nurses care for patients has changed over time. Healthcare is an ever-evolving field …
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Pressure ulcers are an unfortunate and potentially serious complication faced by patients often already experiencing conditions of poor health or limited mobility. Pressure ulcers can cause significant pain and discomfort, impact a patient’s quality of …
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Alzheimer’s disease is a disorder of the brain impacting memory, thinking, and the ability to complete routine tasks. The disease is sometimes confused with other age-related changes like dementia, but they are not the same. …
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As the healthcare industry moves into 2023, it will continue to grow and evolve, incorporating the latest medical knowledge and technology. Changing healthcare trends are especially important to keep up with in a post-pandemic landscape …
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, more easily remembered as “HIPAA”, was created in 1996 to protect patients from the unauthorized sharing of their private health information. HIPAA prevents confidential health information from being …
Wound care is a big topic in healthcare, especially when it comes to assessing and treating chronic wounds and pressure injuries which can be present across a diverse range of health conditions. Becoming a wound …
An Expert With Her Wound Care Certification Answers Your Top Questions Read More »
Content Warning: Suicide // This article discusses suicide, a topic that may be upsetting or disturbing for some readers. Readers are encouraged to take the necessary steps for their emotional safety. Please seek professional help …
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The Georgia Board of Nursing requires all registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to renew their nursing license every two years. Like many other states across the country, renewing your Georgia nursing license requires proof …
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