Career Challenges

Two nurses in blue scrubs, one in particular looking at a computer during their nursing clinicals at night.

Can You Do Your Nursing Clinicals at Night?

Yes, it is possible to do your nursing clinicals at night. Some nursing programs offer night shift clinicals to…

Rebecca Lawson8 min read
A group of nurses in white uniforms standing in front of a screen during a pinning ceremony.

What You Should Get for a Nurse Pinning…

The perfect gift for a nurse pinning ceremony should be meaningful and practical. It should reflect the significance of…

Rebecca Lawson9 min read
An asian woman writing in a notebook at a desk.

Can You Take the NCLEX Without Going to…

Yes, it is possible to take the NCLEX without going to nursing school. However, this is not the conventional…

A nurse sitting on a bed with a stethoscope ponders nursing school enrollment age limits.

How Old is Too Old to Enroll in…

Are you considering pursuing a career in nursing but wondering if age is a barrier? The truth is, there…

Rebecca Lawson8 min read
Two female nursing student using a tablet to discuss drug testing in nursing school.

Do You Get Drug Tested in Nursing School?

Yes, drug testing is commonly conducted in nursing schools to ensure the safety and well-being of patients, as well…

Sandra Smith6 min read
A nurse standing in a hospital room holding a notebook, while determining residency requirements.

Do Nurses Have to Do Residency?

Yes, as a nurse, you may have to do a residency program depending on your career goals and the…