Effects Of Social Media Use On Nursing: A Double-Edged Sword
Let’s face it. Social media has the world in a choke-hold. But this is not necessarily a bad thing. The massive rise of social media has had profound effects on many professions, and nursing is no exception. As platforms like TikTok and Instagram continue to gain popularity, they are reshaping the nursing profession in multiple […]
Nursing Student Success: 6 Ways To Elevate Your Future Career
Nursing stands at the forefront of healthcare, pivotal in patient care and well-being. With the demand for qualified healthcare professionals on the rise, nursing remains a dynamic and rewarding career path. However, success in the nursing field begins long before you don the scrubs and step into a hospital ward. It starts with laying a […]
I Exchanged Bedside Nursing For Digital Marketing in 2024
Yes, I did. I left my job as a bedside nurse after making 3x my monthly salary in ONE MONTH. Although I loved bedside nursing, I found myself becoming completely burned out. My days off were spent sleeping and recovering from the previous shifts to do it all over again. After trying travel nursing, per […]
New Grad Nurses Are Leaving The Bedside For Their Mental Health
A rising trend of new graduate nurses leaving bedside roles is raising concerns about the sustainability of quality patient care. This phenomenon is driven by factors such as burnout due to long hours and high patient loads, inadequate compensation in relation to the job demands, and evolving career aspirations encouraged by higher education. This trend, which risks compromising patient care and exacerbating nursing shortages. To address the issue, healthcare system reforms are vital including ensuring competitive salaries, mental health support, and manageable workloads.
The Future Of Nursing: Will Nursing Lose Its Appeal? The Profound Impact Of Healthcare As A Business
Nursing is one of the most critical parts of the healthcare system, responsible for most patient care and support. However, healthcare within the U.S. has been on a downward spiral over the past several years. This presents new challenges and considerations for the future of nursing. For example, healthcare commercialization and the lack of appropriate […]
10 Ways You Can Maximize Your Nursing Degree Away From The Bedside: Take Advantage Of Your Degree
Many nurses believe they must work at the bedside to be considered “real nurses.” However, this is not the case. As a nurse, you have a world of opportunities that don’t require you to work nearly as hard as you would as a bedside nurse. Luckily, in today’s age, nurses are not confined to traditional […]
5 Ways Bedside Nursing Changed My View On Life: The Empowering, Challenging, And Harsh Reality
When I entered nursing, I envisioned myself saving lives, helping patients and their families through their road to recovery, and connecting with people from all walks of life. And while I have fortunately been able to do all those things, I noticed a shift in how I viewed life as the years went by. Working […]
Is Bedside Nursing Toxic? Unveiling The Harsh Reality Of Being A Healthcare Worker In America
Have you been asking yourself what makes bedside nursing toxic? Many nurses describe the profession as if it’s a toxic relationship, and in many ways, it’s accurate! Nurses are often celebrated for their dedication to caring for people at their worst and providing compassion to those who need it the most. However, when you take […]
3 Nursing Careers You May Have Never Heard Of: Uncovering Hidden Gems
As many of us know, nursing is one of the most flexible and diverse careers you can have. Nursing opens the door to a broad range of specialties and opportunities beyond the conventional roles that are associated with hospitals and clinics. Even with all of my years of experience as a nurse, I’m still discovering […]
How To Overcome PTSD As A Nurse: Empowering Strategies For Healing And Strength
Believe it or not, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is pretty common among nurses, especially if they work in a high-intensity specialty. Being continuously exposed to intense and traumatic events places nurses and other healthcare workers/providers at a high risk for developing PTSD. Unfortunately, the stigma associated with mental health can make it difficult or […]