Nursing Resources
Whether you're just getting started or seeking to advance your nursing career, check out these articles, interviews, and advice columns on a variety of nursing degrees and programs.
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Financial Aid and Scholarships
Paying for nursing school poses a challenge for many students. Explore these resources for information about scholarships, financial aid, and loan forgiveness programs.
Applying to School
Applicants to nursing school, including recent high school graduates or registered nurses ready for graduate study, can find information here on choosing a program, preparing for a nursing career, and the application process.
Test Prep
Graduates of licensed practical nurse (LPN), licensed vocational nurse (LVN), and registered nurse (RN) programs qualify to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN or NCLEX-RN). Find study tips and other test prep resources here.
Ask a Nurse
Leverage the authority and expertise of our nurse contributors. Nurse contributors provide real recommendations and hold experience working in healthcare. Find more info on our Ask a Nurse page.
News and Trending Topics in Nursing
Nurses who staff the front lines of the pandemic have experienced first-hand what most have only seen on the news. Explore the links below for timely and trending topics.
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What to Expect in Your First Year of Nursing School
October 6, 2021 | Joelle Y. Jean, RN, FNP-BC
Want to know what to expect in your first year of nursing school? Use this guide to discover what you will learn in nursing school and what nursing school is like. It will also give you some tips to survive the first year.
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Meet an ER Nurse
October 12, 2021 | Staff Writers
Emergency nursing is a demanding and rewarding career. Learn from a real ER nurse what it's like to serve in the role.
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Nursing Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students
October 20, 2021 | Staff Writers
Explore our lists of graduate and undergraduate nursing scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/a students, and learn how to reduce the cost of earning a degree.
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How Nurses Can Spend or Invest Their Child Tax Credit
October 8, 2021 | Joelle Y. Jean, RN, FNP-BC
Explore different ways nurses can use their child tax credit to get ahead financially, as well as additional information about the CTC.
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Ask a Nurse: How Do I Negotiate a Higher Salary?
October 8, 2021 | Joelle Y. Jean, RN, FNP-BC
Want to know if you should negotiate your salary as a brand new nurse? The answer is, yes, you should! Learn here about what it means to negotiate, how to negotiate your salary, and what not to do when negotiating.
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I Feel Stuck in My Nursing Career — What Do I Do?
October 12, 2021 | Staff Writers
Are you a nurse who feels stuck or burned out? Read advice from nursing professionals on regaining your professional energy and momentum.
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