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Have you been thinking about becoming a nurse? It’s become a popular career choice, especially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Surveys showed that, despite the challenges introduced by the pandemic, nursing school admissions surged by almost 6% in 2020. But, what’s important to know before making this big step? This article will discuss … Keep Reading
The HESI is a set of standardized, computer-based tests taken by prospective and current nursing students. The HESI A2 is an entrance exam, and the other test is the HESI Exit Exam. Of course, it is no surprise that high-stakes tests like these can cause a lot of anxiety. However, upon completing these exams, it … Keep Reading
Clinicals are the most exciting and most terrifying part of nursing school. You will be taking care of real patients with real medical issues, in real life. Of course, you will have guidance and help every step of the way, but this is your chance to practice being a nurse before becoming a nurse. Nursing … Keep Reading
Nursing school can be challenging. We want you to know how to survive nursing school, so we’ve supplied the following tips, gathered from decades of experience working in the field with patients. An education in nursing can launch a satisfying career in healthcare. Certainly, your experience as a nurse will be shaped by how you … Keep Reading
Most schools will tell you that it is impossible to work while in nursing school. But is that true? Many students need to work during school, whether to pay for classes, support their family members, or continue to support themselves – they have responsibilities that persist throughout the duration of the program. It’s estimated that … Keep Reading
Have you ever felt that it’s your calling to become a nurse? Deciding to go into nursing is exciting but can also be intimidating. As you begin planning for nursing school, you may be wondering what the lifestyle of a nursing student is really like. Before you make the leap, it’s helpful to evaluate the … Keep Reading
Registered nurses (RNs) are responsible for providing and coordinating the care of patients to help them heal from health conditions, as well as educate and provide emotional support to patients and their families. Some of the duties of RNs include: Assessment of patient Documentation of the patient’s medical history Administration of medications, wound dressing changes, … Keep Reading
When it comes to nursing school, the curriculum covers a variety of subjects from math to chemistry, psychology to physiology, and more. Nursing degrees have two categories—pre-nursing courses, or prerequisites, and nursing core classes. To help you prepare or decide if a nursing degree is right for you, here’s an overview of classes you can … Keep Reading
Starting nursing school can feel scary because your life is changing drastically with this new experience. However, knowing you have everything you need for nursing school can help put your mind at ease. Read on for all the must-haves and supplies you need for your nursing degree program, including for the classroom, clinical settings, and … Keep Reading
Is nursing school hard? Yes. Nursing degree programs, such as pre-licensure BSN programs, have rigorous curriculums that prepare you to take care of others and think critically about patient situations that require specialized expertise. When you become a registered nurse, you’ll help people during their worst times. You may witness people pass away unexpectedly, but … Keep Reading