Nurse Bullying & Lateral Violence: Why It Happens and How to Stop It
That sinking feeling in your stomach before a shift. The icy glare from a coworker in report. The “helpful” critique in front of a doctor...
How a Nurse Can Safely Refuse a Doctor’s Order: A Legal Guide
Your heart pounds as you stare at the medication order. Something doesn’t feel right—a dangerously high dose or a medication that clashes with your patient’s...
Can Nurses Access Anyone’s Records? A Guide to HIPAA & Privacy
There’s a line in nursing you never cross, and it’s often just a mouse-click away. The digital age put every patient chart at our fingertips,...
Failed a Drug Test as a Nurse? Here’s What to Know and Do Next
That moment the call comes from occupational health. The world stops. Your heart pounds in your chest, and a cold dread washes over you. You...
Mental Illness and Your Nursing License: A Complete Guide
That moment of panic hits every nurse: “Could my mental health struggles cost me my license?” It’s a silent fear that keeps many nurses up...
When Can a Nurse with C. Diff Return to Work? (CDC & Safety Guide)
Being diagnosed with a Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infection as a healthcare worker creates immediate stress and uncertainty. You’re not just worried about your health—you’re...
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 You Take a Picture of Your Nurse? Legal & Ethical Guide
That nurse just went above and beyond. They stayed late to comfort you, answered your family’s questions with patience, or made a terrifying procedure feel...
Got a DUI? A Nurse’s Guide to Reporting the Board
That sinking feeling in your stomach is real. You’re a nurse, a trusted professional, and you’ve just been charged with a DUI. Fear, panic, and...
How Long a BON Investigation Takes & What to Do
Opening a letter from your state Board of Nursing (BON) can be a heart-stopping moment. Your hands might shake as you read the words “complaint...
