Wow where did the month of May go?!! It was one full of celebrations: NursesWeek, Mothers Day and graduations. Time flies when youre having fun - thats for certain. I hope you all had memorable... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

By Jenna Knight, Excite Education Recent salary surveys show that the estimated annual increase in the salaries of nurses and NFL players is the same. This might come as a surprise to many.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

As Nurses Week comes to an end, we celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale. We also celebrate Mothers Day this year. So Happy Nurses Week and Happy Mothers... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Happy Nurses Day! Celebrate being a nurse and making a difference in someones life everyday! (c)2009- present by Kathy Quan RN BSN PHN -- All Rights Reserved. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

On Nurses Day, Monday, May 6, we begin the week long celebration of Nurses Week 2013. There are many ways to honor nurses. One way would be to support legislation that would help elevate the nursing... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Nurses Week 2013 takes place May 6-12. The theme chosen by the American Nurses Association for this year is Nurses Delivering Quality & Innovation in Patient Care. The ANA offers a multitude... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Modern medicine requires nurses to be aware of new technological developments that deliver a holistic approach to healthcare. Health informatics combines informational science with health care and... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Not too long ago we experienced what at the time seemed like an unusually busy day. (Worth noting it had been a full moon the night before.) One patient was out of specialty supplies and we had... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Whether you are looking for a new field of work or just getting started, nothing is more satisfying or rewarding than working in the medical field. While you could spend years going to universities... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

We are in the midst of a paradigm shift from a sick care model to a health care model. Nurses (and all other health professionals) are helping patients learn to share the decision making aspects of... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Can a DNA test be wrong? 97.7% DNA match is overwhelming evidence of paternity. That explains why Eden Braverman, RN, vacillates with her capacity to trust her brother-in-law. Rachel Westbrook,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Kathryn Norcutt has been an active member of the health care community for over 20 years. During her time as a nurse, she has helped people from all walks of life and ages. Now, Kathryn leads a much... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Most nurses will tell you that once they passed the NCLEX they will do anything to NEVER have to take it again! Truth is, as long as they complete the required CEUs or inactivate their license until... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

By Vance Hobbes With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in March 2012, some 30 million new patients have been able to access healthcare of which they were previously unable to. With... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

If you are a man considering a career in nursing, or are already a male nurse, heres a great article from the UCSF School of Nursing. It contains valuable information and multiple resources for male... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Wishing each of you and your families and friends the very best of safe and happy holidays. Enjoy!!! photo © Kathy Quan(c)2009- present by Kathy Quan RN BSN PHN -- All... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

The Rose Parade from Pasadena, CA is a New Years Day tradition known throughout the world. On Jan. 1, 2013, Sally Bixby RN CNOR will become only the second woman in the history of the parade,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

The American Nurse Photographs and Interviews is quite possibly one of the most beautiful photographic essays Ive ever seen. I was delighted to find it today as I took time to actually read through... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Barack Obamas victory in the U.S. presidential election makes it very difficult for the Republicans to eliminate or make significant adjustments to the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Photo by morguefile.com/mconnors In the past couple of weeks there has been such a fuss about retailers opening on Thanksgiving Day. I have to admit, the number of people appalled that anyone would... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Nursing is already an in-demand career field, and the need for nurses is projected to increase further in the coming years. The U.S. Department of Health predicts 400,000 new nurses will be needed by... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Nurses and doctors are always among the heroes of any disaster, and Hurricane Sandy is certainly no exception. With 2 major hospitals in NYC being evacuated, can you even imagine the intensity of the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

We are fortunate here in the UK to have access to a fantastic national health system (NHS). That said, there are often times when taking the private healthcare option is best. What Are the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

By Kathryn Norcutt Doctor shortage could be intensified by the Affordable Care Act Despite how one may feel about the Affordable Care Act, it is going to change the face of American medicine... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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