In the dynamic world of healthcare, opportunities for nurses continue to expand. Graduate nursing degrees enable nurses to deepen their knowledge, hone their skills, and choose an advanced specialty. A masters of nursing degree (MSN) is a doorway for students to take on a role such as family nurse practitioner, nurse educator, nurse executive, nurse
Natural disasters come with great unpredictability and power, leaving unprepared people and systems in shock in the wake of their damage. Disasters include public health crises like epidemics and pandemics—and extreme weather events such as coastal storms, blizzards, flooding, prolonged droughts, or wildfires. We’ve compiled some guidelines to help address some of these scenarios. Guidelines
Congrats! You’ve chosen a graduate program and are ready to begin your application. An important piece of the graduate school application is your statement of purpose, also called a “personal statement” or “letter of intent.” Admissions committees will examine this to see if you’re a good fit for their school. Your statement of purpose can
Learning how to manage your time and stay organized in graduate school is imperative to your success. Graduate level coursework tends to be very involved, requiring extensive reading and homework. You will be expected to work independently, stay motivated, and monitor your progress on your own. Cramming the night before will not cut it when
Are you wanting something more, something different from your nursing career? Fortunately, many options are available to the enterprising nurse. You don’t have to work in a hospital, clinic, or even for a healthcare organization. You can apply your nursing expertise within a professional niche that you create for yourself. Keith Carlson, RN, BSN, NC-BC,
Stress can creep up on us in different ways. Students pursuing graduate degrees in health sciences especially have to deal with a lot of stress balancing rigorous classes, work and their personal lives. While stress is a normal part of life, we want to mitigate it where we can so that we keep a healthy
If you’re a student (or have ever been one), you’ve felt nervous before a big exam. A mild case of the nerves can actually be useful, giving you an adrenaline boost that will help you perform at your best. However, if your pre-test stress becomes so extreme that it impedes your performance, you are probably
Viji George got her start in the nursing field as a military nursing officer in the Pune area of India, where she trained in a very competitive scholarship program. The military taught her discipline, organization, and teamwork. From there, she became a clinical instructor, nursing supervisor, and staff development administrator at the Armed Forces Hospital
Student nursing associations offer an invaluable community of professional support both before and after graduation. Bridging the gap between your nursing education and professional career helps provide stability for your future. Nursing student organizations provide a home for nurses of all specialties, advocating for workplace safety, offering resources for career development, and connecting professionals across
The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences prides itself on interdisciplinary learning and innovative online programs. Dr. Amy Herrington, professor for the USAHS School of Nursing, merged these two concepts in the IPE 7133 course for students to gain valuable professional experience. On November 4-7, in New Orleans, LA, six USAHS students and professor
Time management—how we choose to use and organize our time—is something many of us struggle with. Effective time management allows us to make the most of our day, accomplishing tasks more quickly and prioritizing those that will make the most impact. Different people need different effective time management strategies. If you’re a graduate student, you
Choosing a grad school is an exciting but daunting process. Not all grad schools are created equal, and learning how to evaluate degree programs is a huge part of the process. In order to weed out the schools and programs that aren’t for you, keep these 10 tips in mind when conducting your search and