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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 February 11, 2022
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 January 20, 2022
Ask a Nurse: What Should I Expect From My Nursing Preceptorship?

Ask a Nurse: What Should I Expect From My Nursing Preceptorship?

As a new nurse, you have to complete certain steps to master the first level of nursing. Your preceptor’s role is to support, teach, and mentor you to help you achieve that first level.

Joelle Y. Jean, FNP-C, BSN, RN December 22, 2021
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 12, 2021
Ask a Nurse: I Was Arrested — Can I Become a Nurse?

Ask a Nurse: I Was Arrested — Can I Become a Nurse?

Can I become a nurse if I was arrested? The simple answer is that it depends on your state and whether your conviction can be cleared, among other factors.

Jody Dugan, RN, BSN November 12, 2021
Ask a Nurse: What Is Personal Liability Insurance and Should I Get It?

Ask a Nurse: What Is Personal Liability Insurance and Should I Get It?

Should I get personal liability insurance? There are many benefits to having personal liability insurance. Read on to find out the pros and cons and how to pick the right coverage.

Joelle Y. Jean, FNP-C, BSN, RN November 10, 2021
Ask a Nurse: In Which States Can I Endorse My Nursing License From Puerto Rico?

Ask a Nurse: In Which States Can I Endorse My Nursing License From Puerto Rico?

It’s definitely possible to transfer your nursing license from Puerto Rico, but it may require some extra work on your part, depending on where you want to move.

Nicole Galan, RN, MSN October 27, 2021
Ask a Nurse: College vs. Technical School?

Ask a Nurse: College vs. Technical School?

Prospective nurses can start their training at colleges or technical schools. Learn from experienced nurses which option best fits your career goals.

Kristen Hamlin October 20, 2021
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.

Joey Morris October 12, 2021