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Ask a Nurse: Why Did You Become a Nurse?

Ask a Nurse: Why Did You Become a Nurse?

Nursing offers a unique set of opportunities in a variety of fields. Check out how it can be a means to an end, just like any other career.

Gayle Morris, MSN April 11, 2023
Ask a Nurse: What Are the Best Watches for Nurses?

Ask a Nurse: What Are the Best Watches for Nurses?

There is no one watch that is perfect for all nurses. Consider what’s important to you and look out for these features that should be avoided.

Gayle Morris, MSN December 15, 2022
Ask a Nurse: I Want to Become a Nurse but Am Starting Later in Life. Should I Become an LPN and Then an RN?

Ask a Nurse: I Want to Become a Nurse but Am Starting Later in Life. Should I Become an LPN and Then an RN?

Nursing is a rewarding and stable career choice. Choose from several options to achieve your goal when you start later in life.

Gayle Morris, MSN December 1, 2022
Ask a Nurse: I Want to Return to School. Do Nursing School Credits Expire?

Ask a Nurse: I Want to Return to School. Do Nursing School Credits Expire?

Lower the financial and time investment of returning to school by transferring credits from your last program. Review several options to help achieve your goal.

Gayle Morris, MSN October 24, 2022
Ask a Nurse: MSN Nurse Practitioner Programs Are Changing to DNP Programs by 2025. What Does This Mean for Me?

Ask a Nurse: MSN Nurse Practitioner Programs Are Changing to DNP Programs by 2025. What Does This Mean for Me?

Some nursing organizations propose requiring a DNP as the entry-level education for NPs. How could this affect graduates, and who supports the change?

Gayle Morris, MSN October 13, 2022
Ask a Nurse: I Failed My BSN With Only One Semester Left. What Are My Options?

Ask a Nurse: I Failed My BSN With Only One Semester Left. What Are My Options?

Students who fail a BSN program have options to continue to work in nursing. Check out what you can do to have a career in nursing.

Gayle Morris, MSN October 13, 2022
Ask a Nurse: What Are the Best Scrubs for Nurses?

Ask a Nurse: What Are the Best Scrubs for Nurses?

When you wear scrubs for 10 or more hours each day, it is crucial to choose the best scrubs for nurses. Consider these factors when you make your choice.

Gayle Morris, MSN September 26, 2022
Ask a Nurse: What Are the Best Nursing Shoes?

Ask a Nurse: What Are the Best Nursing Shoes?

A nurse’s choice in shoes can make or break a shift. When comfort is your goal, these may be the best nursing shoes.

Gayle Morris, MSN August 10, 2022
Ask a Nurse: How Can I Study for the Next Generation 2023 NCLEX?

Ask a Nurse: How Can I Study for the Next Generation 2023 NCLEX?

The NCLEX 2023 format has changed. Nursing students can consider these resources that may help their chances of passing the first time.

Gayle Morris, MSN April 26, 2022