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The world of NCLEX, nursing school, and real life
There is a significant difference between the world of NCLEX, the Nursing school world, and the what’s practice in real life. Now, don’t [...]
A plan of action when studying for a big test
A plan of action is a set or schedule of events that will be completed to achieve the goal. In this plan of action, the goal is to pass the [...]
Studying for a Certification
I am currently studying for my Medical-Surgical Certification through the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, AMSN. The test to become certi [...]
Advantage of becoming a Member of a Nursing Organization
Did you enjoy being part of a club in high school or college? I did. In high school, I was a member of FFA and participated in activities, s [...]
From Bedside to Charge Nurse
Nursing is a second career for me. I initially went to school and wanted to be a Veterinarian. At the time, my grades weren’t that gre [...]
Nurse numbers during the pandemic
There is a nursing shortage nationwide. Several hospitals may play it off that everything is fine and the staff numbers are where they need [...]
How Covid Affected Me as a Nurse
2020 was supposed to be a great year, 20/20 vision for the New Year. A year of hope and a new beginning as we entered into a new decade. Unt [...]
Self-Care and Nurse Care
Nursing is necessary but is not a job or career for everyone. The nurse is the backbone of the hospital. Don’t get me wrong, the physi [...]
Answering the NCLEX questions
After two to four years of lectures, tests, exams, and quizzes, you take the NCLEX. The NCLEX, if you haven’t heard about it, is the t [...]