Month: January 2026

Why Is Your Nursing License Pending? 7 Common Reasons and Fixes

Staring at that “nursing license pending” status can feel like watching paint dry—except with way more anxiety. You’ve passed the NCLEX, celebrated with your family,...

States That Don’t Require CGFNS for NCLEX (2026 Guide)

Navigating the U.S. nursing licensure process as an internationally educated nurse can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. You have the...

Air Force Nurse Deployment: What You Need to Know

Ever wondered what really happens when a nurse in the Air Force gets deployment orders? If you’re considering this career path, you’re not just asking...

Maintaining a Social Life in Nursing School: Yes, You Can

Social life nursing school might sound like an oxymoron to you right now. Between textbooks that weigh more than small children and clinical shifts that...

Understanding Workplace Dynamics: Why Nurses May Seem Entitled

Ever encountered a nurse whose demeanor seemed abrupt, demanding, or dismissive and thought, “Wow, they seem entitled”? You’re not alone. These perceptions of nurse entitlement...

What To Do After Passing the NCLEX-PN: 7 Essential Steps

That moment the screen flashes “PASS” is one you’ll never forget. It’s a wave of overwhelming relief, excitement, and pride after months—maybe years—of hard work....

Can You Be a Nurse With a Medical Condition? What You Need to Know

Worried your medical condition might derail your nursing dreams? You’re not alone in asking this question. Thousands of aspiring nurses wonder if their health diagnosis...

How Hard Is Nursing School Admission? Real Stats & Requirements

Getting into nursing school has never been more competitive, and if you’re feeling anxious about your chances, you’re not alone. The reality is that nursing...

Good Kaplan Score for NCLEX | What You Need to Pass

That moment you see your Kaplan score flash on the screen is a mix of relief and sheer panic. Is it high enough? Does it...

Why CVICU Nurses Seem Mean: The Reality Behind Perception

You’ve heard the whispers in the breakroom. Seen the sideways glances when CVICU nurses walk by. Maybe you’ve even felt it yourself—that sharp edge in...