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Why Procrastination Will Hurt You
Procrastination has been studied as a phenomena in different spectrums of life and human nature. When it comes to nursing students, the consequences of procrastination can be dire.
Celebrating American Heart Month
The purpose of American Heart Month is to serve as a reminder and raise awareness. Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. Cardiovascular disease (including strokes) causes one third of American deaths annually. About half of Americans have at least one risk factor of eventual cardiovascular disease. Why remind us of this morbidity? What’s to celebrate? Change.
Happy Nurses Lead to Happy Patients
In a value-based setting, where quality of care metrics influence financial incentives, patient satisfaction has become a top priority at health systems across the country. Often measured based on survey scores (HCAHPS), patient satisfaction can have a direct impact on the bottom line. Happy Nurses lead to Happy Patients.
Understanding Scope of Practice
There are challenges every day to be sure. However the rewards are great. Besides a means to livelihood, the degree of personal satisfaction is immeasurable.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatment
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can affect people at any age. It also can occur in many different type of occupations such as ambulance workers and nurses. Some people have more sensitivity when experiencing traumatic events.
Benefits to BSN
Nursing is a rapidly evolving field. As the population ages and medical science uncovers new treatments and technologies at an increasing rate, nurses are at the forefront of delivering the latest advancements in care to their patients. Although nurses can enter the profession with a two- or three-year associate degree, the Bachelor of Science in nursing, or BSN, is fast becoming the standard of expectations.