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Cultural Competence in Nursing

Cultural Competence in Nursing

Cultural competency is a vital skill for delivering quality nursing care across culturally diverse groups. Our guide offers tips from nursing professionals on incorporating it into nursing culture and practice.

Maura Deering, J.D. May 3, 2024
Ask a Nurse: What Can I Do as a High Schooler to Get a Head Start On Becoming a Registered Nurse?

Ask a Nurse: What Can I Do as a High Schooler to Get a Head Start On Becoming a Registered Nurse?

High school students can take these steps to improve their chances of admission into a nursing program and get a head start on their education.

Gayle Morris, MSN June 17, 2025
Ask a Nurse: How to Combat Nurse Bullying in the Workplace

Ask a Nurse: How to Combat Nurse Bullying in the Workplace

Although COVID-19 is at the forefront of healthcare, bullying is still a massive problem. Here’s what you should do if you experience bullying as a new nurse.

Joelle Y. Jean, FNP-C, BSN, RN November 5, 2024
Ask a Nurse: Am I Too Old for Nursing School?

Ask a Nurse: Am I Too Old for Nursing School?

Want to go back to school for a nursing degree but think you might be too old? Find out what to expect from a nursing program as a nontraditional learner.

NurseJournal Staff November 5, 2024
Ask a Nurse: RN or PA program?

Ask a Nurse: RN or PA program?

Would it make sense to complete an RN program first or go right into a PA program? This Ask a Nurse series explains the difference between an RN and a PA, costs for both programs, length of time to complete, and the similarities and differences between an NP and a PA.

Joelle Y. Jean, FNP-C, BSN, RN November 5, 2024
Ask a Nurse: Can I Enroll in an MSN Program With a Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree?

Ask a Nurse: Can I Enroll in an MSN Program With a Non-Nursing Bachelor’s Degree?

In this article, an assistant professor of nursing discusses the types of MSN programs that admit aspiring nurses with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees.

NurseJournal Staff November 4, 2024