Resources & Guides for Nurses

Nursing is a complex but collaborative profession, and no one has to do it alone. Whether you’re looking for salary information, geographic data, or details on professional associations, consider us your reference guide. Below, we’ve collected the most helpful resources and guides for new, aspiring, and veteran nurses.

By Sophia Khawly, MSN Calendar Icon March 26, 2024

An NP’s Guide to Becoming a Travel Nurse

Travel nursing normally occurs in hospitals with critical nursing shortages and high-demand specialties. A travel nursing assignment allows nurses to build their skills and explore the country while increasing pay.

By Matt Zbrog Calendar Icon January 18, 2024

Guide to NP-Led Research

The healthcare community is a partnership between scientific research and clinical practice. For most of modern history, both arenas have been dominated by physicians. But as the healthcare workforce has expanded and the interprofessional care team emerged, nurse practitioners (NPs) have proven to be vital in delivering healthcare services in America.

By Sophia Khawly, MSN Calendar Icon January 2, 2024

An NP’s Guide to Becoming a Home Health Nurse

Home healthcare plays a significant role in reducing hospital stays and costly readmissions. It is frequently used to help patients recover from surgery, injury, or acute illness. As a result, home health nurses play an important part in the patient care continuum and in compliance with treatment regimens that ensure better outcomes.

By Matt Zbrog Calendar Icon December 7, 2023

Nursing Continuing Professional Development & The NCPD Award

Each year, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) awards its Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) Premier Award™ to accredited organizations that demonstrate excellence in NCPD. Presented to one or more fully accredited programs each year, the award recognizes recipients for a two-year period.

By Sophia Khawly, MSN Calendar Icon November 7, 2023

The Nursing Code of Ethics

Nurses are expected to adhere to the morals of the profession and embrace them as a part of what it means to be a nurse. Having a code of ethics makes it clear what the profession’s primary goals, obligations, and values are.

By Rachel Drummond, MEd Calendar Icon October 6, 2023

Best Graduate Nursing Degrees (2023-2024)

There is a great variety in APRN opportunities, ranging from general to specialized. Read on to learn about the best graduate nursing degrees in 2023-2024, including those for NPs, CNMs, and CNSs.

By Sharlys Leszczuk Calendar Icon October 3, 2023

Guide to Nursing Essentials: Gear, Accessories, and Apparel for Optimal Performance

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, having the right tools is paramount to delivering efficient and effective care. Much like a carpenter’s quality drill or a chef’s sharp knife, nurses have indispensable tools that optimize performance, ensure patient safety, and promote personal well-being.

By Sabrina Tillman Calendar Icon September 22, 2023

Mastering Nursing School Exams: A Guide for First-Year Nursing Students

Students will benefit from embracing their nursing school journey with passion, perseverance, and purpose. Challenges will arise, but these are stepping stones, not stumbling blocks. Nursing students are not merely studying to become a nurse; they’re growing into compassionate, skilled, and resilient healthcare professionals.

By Sabrina Tillman Calendar Icon September 20, 2023

Understanding the Many Faces of Nursing: A Guide to Various Roles

In today’s complex and ever-evolving healthcare sector, the role of the specialized nurse has become more critical than ever. With an aging population, a growing focus on mental health, the rise of chronic diseases, and the ongoing demands of public health, specialized nursing roles, such as the advanced practice psychiatric nurse, have taken center stage.

By Sharlys Leszczuk Calendar Icon September 18, 2023

A Practical Guide to NCLEX-RN: Practice Questions, Tips, and Resources for Nurses

The world of nursing is rewarding and demanding. Before entering this honorable profession, a critical test bridges the gap between academic learning and professional practice: the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses, or the NCLEX-RN.