Block the pain: A nursing perspective on an opioid-sparing approach
Understanding types of regional anesthesia helps ensure optimal patient outcomes. Takeaways Regional nerve blocks limit the use of opioids in patients after surgery and…
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Why surveys matter
Tracking nursing trends and salaries provides valuable insights. Thanks to all of you who participated in this year’s American Nurse Journal Nursing Trends and…
2020 nursing trends and salary survey results
Learn what more than 4,000 nurses from across the country are saying about important issues—from bullying to COVID-19 to salary. (more…)
NPs on the ethics committee: What is your decision?
The Ethical Case to Consider: A mother reports that her youngest child is 18-years-old and she has two adult children who are 23- and…
I failed—now what? Seven steps to getting past failure
You’re a go-getter when it comes to your licensure or certification, spending hours each day preparing for a test vital for your career. You’re…
In a manner of speaking: Overheard bedside conversations
English is not my first language. And anyone who adopted a second language as an adult can probably relate when I say that certain…
Are school nurses OK?
We are certainly in extraordinary times, as exemplified by this “Public Advisory” issued from the Washington Education Association. The message specifically speaks to the…
Nurses, please don’t withdraw care
When I started practicing as a nurse in an intensive care unit (ICU), everything I saw and heard seemed so unfamiliar. Like on a…
The rewards of teamwork and productive leadership in healthcare today
Is the combination of teamwork and leadership important in nursing and healthcare? The answer to that question is “Yes!” (more…)
To err is human: A personal perspective on preventing falls
To err is human. These words keep dancing around in my mind as I sit here as a family member rather than a nurse.…
Rheumatology nursing
A career path that can leave a lasting impression. Takeaways: Nurses have a variety of career options in range of care settings, including rheumatology…
Reader reaction: Leaders’ role in stopping workplace violence
Dear Editor, After reading the article “Leaders’ Role in Stopping Workplace Violence” in the September 2020 issue, I am in agreeance with the author…
Block the pain: A nursing perspective on an opioid-sparing approach
Understanding types of regional anesthesia helps ensure optimal patient outcomes. Takeaways Regional nerve blocks limit the use of opioids in patients after…
Why surveys matter
Tracking nursing trends and salaries provides valuable insights. Thanks to all of you who participated in this year’s American Nurse Journal Nursing…
2020 nursing trends and salary survey results
Learn what more than 4,000 nurses from across the country are saying about important issues—from bullying to COVID-19 to salary. (more…)
NPs on the ethics committee: What is your decision?
The Ethical Case to Consider: A mother reports that her youngest child is 18-years-old and she has two adult children who are…
I failed—now what? Seven steps to getting past failure
You’re a go-getter when it comes to your licensure or certification, spending hours each day preparing for a test vital for your…
In a manner of speaking: Overheard bedside conversations
English is not my first language. And anyone who adopted a second language as an adult can probably relate when I say…
Are school nurses OK?
We are certainly in extraordinary times, as exemplified by this “Public Advisory” issued from the Washington Education Association. The message specifically speaks…
Nurses, please don’t withdraw care
When I started practicing as a nurse in an intensive care unit (ICU), everything I saw and heard seemed so unfamiliar. Like…
The rewards of teamwork and productive leadership in healthcare today
Is the combination of teamwork and leadership important in nursing and healthcare? The answer to that question is “Yes!” (more…)
To err is human: A personal perspective on preventing falls
To err is human. These words keep dancing around in my mind as I sit here as a family member rather than…
Rheumatology nursing
A career path that can leave a lasting impression. Takeaways: Nurses have a variety of career options in range of care settings,…
Reader reaction: Leaders’ role in stopping workplace violence
Dear Editor, After reading the article “Leaders’ Role in Stopping Workplace Violence” in the September 2020 issue, I am in agreeance with…