Author: Jennifer Richmond

What ‘Continent’ Means in Nursing: A Complete Guide

You walk into your patient’s room, Mr. Henderson, an 82-year-old man admitted for pneumonia. As you perform your head-to-toe assessment, you come to the abdomen...

Can Nurses Perform PDO Threads? A State-by-State Legal Guide

The demand for non-surgical aesthetics is booming, and you’ve seen the incredible results of PDO thread lifts firsthand. It’s natural to wonder if you could...

A Nurse’s Guide: What You Can Do Without an Order

That moment of hesitation. You’re at the bedside, and your clinical mind screams that an action is needed, but a little voice whispers, “Do I...

Is ICU Nursing Hard? The Truth About Intensive Care

Ever wondered why ICU nurses have that unmistakable look of intense concentration mixed with profound calm? They’re operating in healthcare’s most demanding environment, where every...

How Hard Is the School Nurse Certification Exam? (Real Nurse Answers)

Staring down the barrel of the School Nurse Certification Exam (NCSN) and wondering, “How hard is this really?” is the smartest first step you can...

Is Endoscopy Nursing Stressful? A Realistic Look

Considering a leap into the world of scopes and sedation? You’re likely asking one big question: Is endoscopy nursing stressful? A simple “yes” or “no”...

Nursing Jobs Without Poop: 7 Specialties to Consider

Let’s be honest—when you picture nursing, you probably think of bedpans. It’s the unspoken fear keeping many passionate people away from the profession. But here’s...

Best Nursing Unit for New Grads: The Ultimate Guide

You’re weeks away from graduation, your NCLEX is scheduled, and suddenly everyone is asking: “So where are you going to work?” This question feels like...

Is Cath Lab Nursing Stressful? A Complete Guide

Ever watched those dramatic medical shows where a patient crashes during a procedure and wondered who’s really behind the scenes managing the chaos? Welcome to...

A Nurse’s Guide to Continuous Patient Monitoring

Introduction: More Than Just a Checklist When you first started clinicals, you learned the head-to-toe assessment—that comprehensivesnapshot you complete at the beginning of your shift....