Month: December 2023

Should You Tip Your IV Nurse? A Guide to Patient Gratitude

You’ve just finished a challenging round of IV therapy. The nurse who inserted your line was skillful, patient, and kind, turning a stressful experience into...

Travel Nurse Housing Guide: Is Airbnb Worth It?

That 13-week travel contract is finally signed. You’re excited about the new city, the fresh experience, and the adventure ahead. Then the reality hits: “Where...

How Many Questions in UWorld Self-Assessment NCLEX? (And What to Expect)

Staring down the final weeks of NCLEX prep? You’ve logged hundreds of UWorld questions, and now there’s one last, high-stakes hurdle: the UWorld Self-Assessment. It...

How Online Nursing Programs Work: Complete Guide for Students

Nursing education has transformed dramatically over the past decade, leaving many prospective students wondering about the legitimacy and structure of online nursing programs. Can you...

Do You Need Physics for Nursing? Complete Guide for Students

Nervous about physics requirements staring you down in that nursing program application? You’re not alone. Many aspiring nurses break into a cold sweat when they...

Male Nurses & Long Hair: Guide to Grooming Policies

So, you’re a male nurse or a nursing student with long hair, and you’ve hit that familiar wall of uncertainty. You ask yourself, “Can I...

Can Nurses Cut Diabetic Toenails? Your Guide to Scope of Practice

It’s a scenario that plays out in nearly every long-term care facility and on many med-surg floors. Your patient with diabetes has thick, overgrown toenails....

How to Shadow a Nurse: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ever wondered if nursing is truly your calling before committing to years of education? Shadowing a nurse offers the perfect glimpse into this demanding yet...

The Next Generation NCLEX: Understanding What Makes It Harder and How to Prepare

Feeling anxious about the whispers of increased Next Generation NCLEX difficulty? You’re not alone. Every nursing student I’ve spoken to lately has that same question...

Is ATI Similar to the NCLEX? The Definitive Answer for Students

That moment your ATI Comprehensive Predictor score flashes on the screen is one of the most anxiety-inducing experiences in nursing school. A high score brings...