Publication extenders—A powerful tool for extending your article’s reach
Do you want your work to resonate with as large a readership as possible? If so, consider publication extenders (also called publication…
The Writing Mind
The power of plain language summaries
Many nurse authors aren’t familiar with the plain language summary (PLS), an easy way to expand the reach of their work. As…
Reducing publication rejection
Nobody likes rejection, whether it’s by your lover, the organization you hoped to work for, or the journal where you submitted your…
Writing effective continuing education multiple-choice questions
Continuing education articles require readers to provide evidence of learning before they can receive credit. Different options exist, but the most common…
Updated ICMJE recommendations tackle predatory journals, author responsibilities, and more
The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors—a working group of medical journal editors who meet annually to review the guidelines—updated its “Recommendations…
New tool for reporting evidence-based practice projects
I recently learned about an exciting new tool for those wanting to report their evidence-based practice (EBP) projects. Frequently, EBP teams delay…
Artificial intelligence as a writing tool: Cautions and limitations
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the capacity to be useful in our writing endeavors. For example, it can help in crafting content outlines,…
Artificial intelligence as a writing tool: The basics
I recently had the opportunity to speak about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in writing to attendees of The Ohio State…
How to strengthen your writing with inclusive, bias-free language
Many factors go into an effective article, from an enticing introduction to compelling visuals and a powerful conclusion. But one factor sometimes…
AI takeaways from writing conference
On March 9, I attended a virtual conference hosted by the Delaware Chapter of the American Medical Writers Association. I wanted to…
Tips for successful interprofessional collaborative writing: Part 2
As noted in Part 1 of this two-part series, interprofessional collaboration is a cornerstone of quality healthcare delivery, so it makes sense…
Tips for successful interprofessional collaborative writing: Part 1
Interprofessional collaboration is a cornerstone of quality healthcare delivery, so it makes sense that writing produced by interprofessional teams can have a…
Get your free access to the exclusive newsletter of American Nurse Journal and gain insights for your nursing practice.NurseLine Newsletter
*By submitting your e-mail, you are opting in to receiving information from Healthcom Media and Affiliates. The details, including your email address/mobile number, may be used to keep you informed about future products and services.