The role of the registered nurse (RN) is constantly evolving. With continual advancements in healthcare technology, demand is growing for nurses with specialized training in technology-centered fields such as telemetry. This article walks you through the steps to becoming a telemetry nurse and explores the career doors that this specialty opens. What Is a Telemetry
How far do you want to go with your nursing career? Whether you want to focus on patient care or rise to a top position in a healthcare organization, many doors are open to you. But which doors open, and when, depends on your nursing degree and professional experience. Additionally, there are specialties, state-mandated exams,
At a time when so many aspects of education are compelled to go online, USAHS faculty are not only adapting—we’re taking virtual learning to the next level. During Fall 2020, faculty members across departments collaborated to create clinical simulation sessions that were delivered in a live, interactive virtual mode. Filmed with live actors in the
Many graduate healthcare programs, ranging from medical and nursing school to physical therapy degree programs, hold a white coat ceremony as a rite of passage for students. This ritual signifies students’ entrance into the medical profession and recognizes all their hard work that led up to this point. Whether you are on the journey to becoming
What’s the best way to find a great job in the nursing world? You can start by not doing what everyone else does. “When they’re searching for a job, people tend to do what they know,” says Keith Carlson, RN, BSN, NC-BC. “They look at job boards, apply to several positions, and wait. This is
Public health nurses play a critical role in improving population health outcomes by educating communities and delivering care within them. In this leadership position, registered nurses are able to make positive changes through policy reform and community-building. 1 Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. public health nurses have served on the frontlines, not only treating patients
Nurses use the principles of evidence-based practice to make optimal decisions about patient care. When nurses integrate the best available science into their practice, they work from a holistic, patient-centered approach. This post outlines how evidence-based practice is used in nursing, as well as its benefits for patients, nurses, and institutions. What Is Evidence-Based Practice?
Outbreaks of infectious diseases are rising globally, ((Christiansen, Jen, “Global Infections by the Numbers,” Scientific American, May 1, 2018: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/global-infections-by-the-numbers/)) and infection control professionals are constantly facing new challenges, such as bacterial resistance to antibiotics and the spread of highly contagious viruses like COVID-19. ((Baylor College of Medicine, “Emerging Infectious Diseases”: “https://www.bcm.edu/departments/molecular-virology-and-microbiology/emerging-infections-and-biodefense/emerging-infectious-diseases)) The COVID-19 pandemic
The World Health Organization designated 2020 as the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife. This designation occurred before any thoughts about a global pandemic. It was never anticipated that this would be a year that would showcase the knowledge, skills, dedication and courage of nurses. Our nursing students and alumni are out there saving
USAHS now has a Double 3 telepresence robot from Double Robotics on each of our five campuses. Faculty across programs can begin using this cutting-edge technology in their simulation classes in our Centers for Innovative Clinical Learning (CICPs), as well as other learning contexts. The Double 3 telepresence robot is a recent advancement in
With her kids all grown up, Tina Belanger wanted to do something for herself and focus on her personal and professional development. As an experienced nurse with a history of working in various health settings, she started searching for Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree programs. When she got a call from the University
As a current or aspiring nurse, you may have personal beliefs about what nursing means to you. A philosophy of nursing helps you identify the beliefs and theories that shape the choices you make every day. Many instructors will ask their students to write a philosophy of nursing. This task challenges students to think critically