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Skills Needed For A Career In Nursing

Apr 21, 2021

Many people have aspirations of a career in nursing, but not everyone has what it takes, particularly when it comes to leadership positions. Nursing is one of the most physically and mentally demanding roles that there is, plus you will be dealing with sickness, injury, and even death on a daily basis, so it is certainly not something that everyone can manage. Nursing can be one of the most rewarding lines of work that there is and...

How We Can Deal with ‘Pandemic Fatigue’

Feb 11, 2021

The first step is to understand that it’s not just about exhaustion or tiredness—or depleting a mental resource The U.S. has tragically surpassed 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, and case numbers and hospitalizations are likewise spiking to record levels around the world. With vaccines now rolling out, there is reason to hope that there is an end in sight. However, by most estimates, widespread vaccinations will not be in place...

Got a COVID vaccine? Here's how to treat the side effects, including pain, swelling and more

Feb 05, 2021

Whether you've read about it in the news or heard personal accounts from friends and family, COVID-19 vaccines can cause side effects – but there are ways to minimize symptoms. Dr. Michael Daignault, an emergency physician in Los Angeles, tells USA TODAY that common post-vaccine symptoms shouldn't make people wary of getting vaccinated against the coronavirus. "The side effects of the vaccine...

Opening these 2 car windows gives the right air flow to help prevent Covid transmission: study

Jan 19, 2021

If you’re taking a taxi or rideshare during the Covid pandemic, or driving with someone not in your household, wearing a mask and rolling down the windows are the best things you can do to reduce transmission of the virus. Now a new study has identified which windows you should roll down in the car to provide the most protection. According to the findings, opening the window farthest from where you’re...

4 WAYS TO STRENGTHEN NURSING LEADERSHIP

Oct 05, 2020

Nurse leaders Joanne Disch and Mary Beth Kingston share insights about how to overcome challenges and continue to push nurse leadership forward as a valuable voice in the healthcare industry. Nurse leaders are no strangers to overcoming challenges. Drawing from their experiences, Joanne Disch, PhD, RN, FAAN, board chair for Advocate Aurora Health; and Mary Beth Kingston, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, executive vice president and...

COVID-19 pandemic: Some top coping strategies and why they work

Jun 03, 2020

Restrictive measures aimed at curbing the new coronavirus pandemic have changed the lives of people all over the world in drastic ways. For this Special Feature, we have asked readers and contributors to share their best coping strategies. All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub and follow our live...

Growth steps to refresh your career in 2020

Jan 20, 2020

With the freshness of the New Year still upon us, we would like to take advantage of this spirit of newness to suggest some critical career tips. Update CV If you would like to switch jobs, update your CV and do so from the top. Carefully update your CV and crystallise all important details at the very beginning of your resume. What achievements did you attain in your previous/current job year? Let the hiring manager see your...

Eight Tips for Building, Maintaining, and Leveraging Your Professional Relationships

Jan 14, 2020

A leadership coach shows how you can get the most out of your network. “Building relationships is not just a critical career skill but a critical life skill,” says Rebecca Zucker, Stanford Graduate School of Business alumna and partner at leadership development consultancy Next Step Partners . “One of the biggest mistakes people make is to bifurcate their personal and professional...

Stress Management For Nurses

Jan 08, 2020

Nursing is a rewarding profession, but it can also be a stressful one. There are several factors that contribute to stress in the nursing profession, such as long shifts, maintaining a work-life balance and being called to help with unexpected medical emergencies. Each of these unique facets of a nurse’s job has the potential to contribute towards stress and nurse burnout. What is Nurse Burnout? Nurse burnout is...

31 Best Specialty Career Choices For Nurses

Jan 01, 2020

These 31 nursing careers were selected due to their impressive salary, work setting, and high demand, if you’re searching for a career in nursing, this list may help you discover the route that’s right for you. *All salary data is sourced from Indeed.com 1. Certified Dialysis Nurse One of the fastest growing specialties, a certified dialysis nurse assists individuals who have severe problems with their kidneys. How to...

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