Practicing Nurse Resources

I’m going to discuss a couple of questions that I know many new nurses struggle with, and that’s “can a nurse hold a medication without having a doctor’s order?” and “can a nurse refuse to give a patient a medication?”

Can nurses accept gifts from patients? What about tips? Can nurses accept tips? In this article, I’m going to answer those questions.

As a registered nurse, I have worked in both clinics and hospitals. You may think nursing is nursing – but there is a definite difference between clinic and hospital nursing.

You might be tempted to wear scrubs to an interview, but is it a good idea? I’m going to discuss all the reasons why you shouldn’t wear scrubs for your interview.

You’re going to be offered a night shift position after nursing school. You’re going to be told that’s the best shift for new nurses. Is it? Is it really?

Getting some of these nursing certifications can be difficult and time-consuming. But is it worth it? Do nurses get paid more for certifications?

Here’s what you need to know about if you can negotiate your salary as a new grad nurse. I’ll go over what your options are.

Being a mom and trying to have a career can be very difficult. To help you decide here’s our pick of the best healthcare jobs for moms.

Nurses must know when they can delegate tasks and to whom they can delegate them. The CNAs working on your unit are there to help but you must know…

Here’s our in depth guide on how to be a good nursing preceptor to ensure you’re welcoming new nurses to your unit and not running them off.

Do you have a difficult preceptor? We’re sharing the top ways on how to deal with a difficult nurse preceptor!

Wondering if using your sick days after giving your 2 week notice is a good idea? Keep reading because there’s some things you should know.

Whether you’re looking to avoid dangerous jobs or want to spice up your career, here are the most dangerous nursing jobs.

Nursing in general can be a very stressful profession. Unfortunately, there are some nursing jobs that are more stressful than others.

We’re answering the question “can a new nurse work per diem?” The answer is not very easy to answer because new grad nurses…

Are you wondering what the difference between the medical and surgical ICUs are? Than read this. We compare MICU vs SICU their similarities and differences.

There’s a lot of differences between a nurse and a doctor, at the same time there’s also some similarities. We break down what those are in this article.

If you’re thinking about becoming an ICU or ER nurse, than you need to read this. We compare the differences between ICU nursing vs ER or ED nursing.

If you’re a new nurse or a nurse looking for a career change trying to decide between icu vs med surg nursing read this. We compare the two specialties.

We’re comparing what it’s like to be an ICU nurse vs OR nursing. We’ll tell you the pros and cons of each to help you decide which specialty to go into…

We have a complete list of all the different types of nurses and nurse specialties.

If you have an associate’s degree in nursing than check out our list of the best jobs for ADN nurses. One of the top jobs for an ADN nurse is…

We’re listing out the best jobs for bsn nurses. One of the favorite nursing job for BSN prepared nurses is…

If you’re an older or aging nurse and are looking for a career change than look no further. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite jobs for an older nurse.

If you’re looking for flexible nursing jobs than see our list of the best nursing jobs for flexibility. Our favorite nursing job for family balance is…

If you’re a pregnant nurse than you need to check out our list of the best nursing jobs while pregnant. Our favorite job for a pregnant nurse is…

We’re going over the job duties, education requirements, salary and wage of an assisted living nurse.

Working the 3rd shift is not easy and takes time to get used to. If you find yoursef struggling, check out our tips for driving home after night shift.

We’re answering the question “what is 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift? Plus we’ll tell you which shift is our favorite shift and why.

Are you asking yourself “is working night shift hard?” then you’ll want to read this. When it comes to how hard-working night shift is the answer is…

We”re answering the question “Can Nurses Access Anyone’s Medical Records?” What about if it’s not a patient they’re taking care of…

If you’ve ever wondered why some nurses lose their license than read this article. We go over some of the top reasons Why Nurses Lose their Nursing License.

If cosmetic nursing is something you have thought about, then read our article on how to become a cosmetic nurse.

Are you tired of hospital based nursing jobs and looking for remote nursing jobs? Then you need to read this post on the best work from home nursing jobs.

We’re answering the question “can introverts make good nurses?” Contrary to what you might think nurses who are introverts…

We’ve listed out some of the highest paying RN jobs out there. Also see how we came to our conclusion of the best paying registered nurse jobs.

We give you examples of a nursing job acceptance thank you letter along with explaining why writing one is important and some tips to crafting your own.

We’re going over the top reasons nurses get fired from their job. If you don’t want to lose your job you really need to avoid doing…

Working full-time as a nurse is not for everyone. That’s why in this article we’re answering “can a new nurse work part-time?”

We’re answering the question “can a new nurse work in the er?” The answer isn’t very straightforward because a new nurse…

Because at home jobs are becoming more and more popular in this article we’re answering the question “can a nurse work from home?”

We’re answering the question “can a new nurse be a travel nurse?” The answer is that for new grad nurses being a travel nurse is…

If you have a passion for working with kids, than you need to check out our list of top nursing jobs work with children. One of the favorites is…

Find out some tips, tricks, and hacks to survive work 12-hour shifts. From a nurse who has worked 8, 12, and 16-hour shifts on both days and nights.

We’re answering the question “can a nurse become a physician assistant?” For nurses looking at changing their career trajectory what you need to know is…

We’re answering the question do nurses work on the weekends. On top of that, we’re also answering some other weekend related nursing questions.

If you’re a retired nurse wanting to earn some extra money or just to keep working check out our list of the best jobs for retired nurses.

We’re answering the questions: “how many hours can a nurse work in a row” and “how many days can a nurse work straight.”

Applying for your first nursing job can be hard. To help we’re going to give you some tips you can use to get your first nursing job.

We’ve researched the best jobs for new grad nurses. The most recommended new nurse job is #1. But you’ll see there are other job options for new nurses.

Our top tips for new clinic nurses. Make sure you’re prepared for your first day as clinic or an ambulatory care nurse.

We’re answering the question do nurses get paid overtime for 12 hour shifts or 16 hour shifts. The answer is…

Medical assistant vs nurse ―which one should you choose? The answer lies in your professional preference as well as career goals. Below we’re going to present facts, figures, and general work environment conditions and duties to help you make the right decision. *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase,…

We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Check out the best job boards for nurses so you can start applying for your dream nursing job.

Check out some non-bedside nursing jobs you probably have never heard of. For example, I didn’t know it was possible to get a job as a nurse working for…

I’m answering the question “how many hours do registered nurses work?” We’re giving you the hours nurses work in a day, in a week, and in a year.

Charting tips for nurses. Tips, tricks and advice to be better at your nurse documenting during your shift. Many nurses get in trouble for mistake #9…

The top tips for travel nurses. Whether you’re a new travel nurse or an experienced travel nurse. You’ll probably find one of our tips very helpful for ex…

This guide on nursing interview questions and answers is going to help you be prepared to answer questions you’re going to be asked during your interview.

If you’re looking for the best jobs for nurses with anxiety, then our list of low-stress nursing jobs is going to help. One of the favorites is…

We’re going over the best nursing jobs for men. If you’re a male nurse looking for a career in nursing find out the top nurse specialty guys like.

In this article we’re going over what to bring to a nursing interview. The most important item you need to bring to your next nurse interview is…

If you’re looking for the best nursing jobs for introverts look no further. We list the best jobs nurse introverts should check out. For example #1 is…

Learn how to introduce yourself to patients. In this article we’re discussing the benefits of the nurse-patient relationship in our how to guide.

If you’re reading this article, then you’re probably thinking about retiring from your nursing career. You’ve put in your years, and now you want to go spend your time focusing on a hobby, spending time with family or pursuing other ventures. Regardless of which one, you’re doing the right thing by wanting to leave on…

In this article, we’re discussing: what is camp nursing, their duties, their salaries, how to become a camp nurse, and much more.

In this article, we’re discussing: what is burn care nursing, their duties, their salaries, how to become a burn care nurse, and much more.

In this article we’re looking at what makes a good charge nurse. One of the most important qualities of a good charge nurse is that…

We’re answering the question “do nurses work in doctors offices?” We’re also going tell you the role the nurse plays in a physician’s office.”

In this article, we’re going to answer the question “do nurses get paid enough?” The answer to this question is…

In this article we’re answering the question ” what are flight nurse weight requirements?” The weight requirement for a flight nurse is…

In this article we’re discussing: What is a nurse? What is a registered nurse? Also how to become a registered nurse? For starters…

We’re going over nursing interview questions to ask during a job interview. These are important because it shows that you’re…

In this article we’re going to go over some of the top nurse interview tips. For example the first tip is to make sure you’re…

Whether you’re an RN, LPN, or APRN in this article we’re going to answer the question “best nursing jobs for moms” and “best nursing jobs for new moms.”

Oh, the great med-surg debate! As a new grad nurse do I have to work med-surg? The short answer to that question is…

We have examples of a nurse resignation letter. Because we know how difficult it is to write one. The first thing you should remember about a nurse resignation letter is that…

Are you trying to find out how to become an er nurse? The first thing you need to know about becoming an er nurse is to avoid…

In this article we tackle with the question “what is OR nursing?” The first thing you need to know about OR nursing is…

Before picking the operating room make sure you understand the pros and cons of OR nursing. For starters you really need to understand that…

Are you trying to break into OR nursing? This article on how to become an OR Nurse is going to help you get there. For starters…

Find out the differences between ER vs OR Nursing. One of the main differences between OR and emergency nursing is that…

There are some important emergency nursing skills all ER nurses should have. Make sure to pay attention to #4 because of…

Before you pick ER you need to first understand the pros and cons of ER nursing. It’s a rewarding field but the first thing you should know is…

Are you wondering what ER nursing is? Look no further. The first thing you need to know about emergency room nursing is…

Being a new ER nurse can be difficult. To help you out we’ve made our tips for new er nurses. Make sure to pay attention to #5 because…

These are some of the best nursing jobs for single moms. #5 is one of the favorites because…

We’re going to answer the question can a nurse write prescriptions. The simple answer is…

Are you trying to learn how to become a flight nurse? We’ve got you covered. The first thing you need to know to become a flight nurse is…

We want to help you succeed that’s why we came up with the most important tips for new psych nurses. Pay special attention to #10 because…

Working night shift can be difficult. That’s why we came up with our tips for night shift nursing. The most important tip is to…

Are you a new correctional nurse? Check out our tips for new correctional nurses. Pay attention to #9 because…

Are you looking for tips for new med surg nurses? We’ve got you covered. One of the most overlooked tips is #13 because…

We have the top advice and tips for new grad ICU nurses. They’re all important but I do want to emphasize the importance of making sure you have…

We have examples of a nursing interview thank you letter. Because we know how difficult it is to write one. The first thing you should remember is that…

There are 5 must-have qualities of a great director of nursing. These traits can make or break your career as a DON. The most important one is…

It’s a 8- vs. 12-hour nursing shifts comparison. Find out the pros and cons of each type of nursing shift. For example you should…

Before signing up make sure you understand the pros and cons of 12-hour nursing shifts. For starters what you really need to know is that…

Conflict resolution in nursing can be difficult. Check out our steps to effectively deal with difficult situations at work. For starters…

We answer the question can a nurse quit without notice. The answer is that…

Advice for nurses by a nurse. You learn a lot in nursing school, but there’s some things they don’t teach you. For example they don’t teach you about…

Learning how to deal with difficult nurses at work is hard but it can be done. The most important thing to remember is to…

Are you trying to figure out how to write a nurse cover letter? We’ve got you covered with some examples of a nurse cover letter template plus our easy guide.

There are five things you need to remember when setting your nursing SMART goals. The first one is…

There are 15 essential nursing skills new nurses need to develop. These fundamental nursing skills are critical for nursing practice. For example teamwork…

Quitting your nursing job can be very difficult. I see many nurses do this the wrong way. The most important thing to remember is that…

Do you know why your new grad nurse resume is not working? We do. It probably has do with…

We’re going to go over how to dress for a nursing interview. This is important if you’re trying to get the perfect nursing job. Just remember that…

Talking about money is hard, but it’s an important skill to have. The first thing you need to know when learning how to get a raise as a nurse is to…

Constructive feedback in nursing is an essential part of both nursing leadership and professional development. The most important thing to remember is…

Certain qualities of a good nurse are essential when asking for a raise, applying for a new job or asking for a job promotion.

When you’re in a profession that provides service you’re guaranteed to deal with difficult patients. Dealing with difficult patients is challenging but it can be done. The most important tip to remember is…

Regardless of the job market the importance of a good resume never goes out of style. One of the reasons resumes are so important is because they…

Being a nurse leader is difficult. There is a lot expected of you with very little praise at times. One of the most important qualities of a good nurse leader is…

Your nurse compensation is one of the factors you should consider before accepting a job. One of the main things to look at is…

There are several things you need to know when it comes to starting a new nursing job. Knowing these things can help you have an easier and smoother transition.

Life after nursing school is something a lot of nursing students don’t really think about but should. For example you really should think about…

Oh, those first few years as a new grad nurse can be difficult. The first thing you need to remember is that…

There are some potential negatives with the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). The first is that it could…