While humility is considered a virtue, in reality, it is a sadly uncommon trait. Polarized opinions consistently spring up across different subgroups within society. Opposing political views or religious inclinations often leave little room for …
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Mentoring has long been an essential and valued practice across many industries. As a matter of fact, 84% of Fortune 500 companies have mentorship programs. Mentoring has impressive benefits related to improved staff satisfaction, reductions …
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 …
All states require those wanting to become teachers in the public school system to obtain at least a bachelor’s degree. Beyond academic accomplishments, many states have certification requirements that are accompanied by unique training and …
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 …
Wound Care in Nursing: Diagnosis for Pressure Ulcers and Prevention Read More »
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. …
Treatment for Alzheimer’s: An Overview for Healthcare Workers Read More »
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 …
