There’s an ever-increasing demand for advanced practice registered nurses (APRN). The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the profession will grow by 45% between 2019 and 2029. As a result, more nurses are seeking to expand their roles. Two APRN roles that have gained popularity are the Doctor of Nursing Practice and Family Nurse Practitioner. […]
Nursing Continuing Education Requirements by State
What are CEU requirements, and why are they important? CEU requirements are a must for nurses. Here is more information on CEU requirements state by state.
NP vs. DNP: An Overview
Registered nurses who wish to advance their careers have plenty of options. Two opportunities for registered nurses with bachelor’s degrees are a nurse practitioner and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Nurses can earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and become a nurse practitioner. However, you don’t have to have a DNP in order […]
Become a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFA) have exciting careers. They serve as a right-hand person to surgeons. Their jobs are an extension of the traditional operating room nurse. From delicate brain surgeries and knee replacements to emergency surgery to repair internal and external trauma, an RNFA is in every stage of the action. They assist with […]
How to Become a Genetic Nurse
If nursing is anything, it is diverse. Take genetic nursing. Genetic nurses are licensed professional nurses who possess special education and training in genetics. They explore the why and how of disease, digging into the science behind what makes people sick. If helping people diagnosed and living with genetic diseases sounds interesting, then genetic nursing […]
Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: What’s the Difference?
When you immediately think of doctors and nurses, you think of nurses working under the direction of a doctor. In some cases, this is true. Yet, there’s a type of nurse known as the nurse practitioner (NP) who enjoys autonomy and performs many of the same duties as a doctor. Doctors and nurse practitioners share […]
Relating to Mental Illness: A Q&A
Living with a mental illness can be devastating. Depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and any other mental illness can have a profound effect on a person’s life. In this article, we speak with a woman suffering from mental illness. She talks about challenges and obstacles she has overcome in order to live a rewarding life. The […]
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner vs. Psychiatrist: What’s the Difference?
Psychiatrists and nurses are two completely different positions, right? There’s a type of nurse called the psychiatric nurse practitioner (PNP) who shares a lot in common with a psychiatrist. The two positions are almost identical in their job duties. However, the path to get there and the scope of their practice is different. This post […]
How to Become an Occupational Health Nurse
Occupational health nurses serve an important role in the prevention of health problems for employees who work in hazardous environments. They focus on providing care to a specific demographic. This specialty nursing practice delivers health and safety programs and services to the workforce and community groups serving workers. In this article, we will explore: What […]
Mental Health Break – Have a Laugh on Us
It’s nurses’ week and let’s just be clear: coffee and PTO don’t solve all your problems. This position is often thankless at times. Plus, you work long hours and know way too much about charts (in all their wonderful permutations). Sometimes you need a mental break from it all. Can we interest you in a […]
How to Wash Your Scrubs Like a Pro
If you are a nurse, you practically live in your scrubs. The good news is that scrubs have gotten a lot more interesting. Some of the more experienced nursing professionals remember a time when you had one choice of color and style. Now, the design and fit options are expansive. This makes knowing how to […]
Explore a Career as a Public Health Nurse
As America and the entire world, enters the second year of a global pandemic, the need for public health nurses has never been greater. Public health nurses make up the largest segment of professional nurses, with the latest estimates indicating they comprise 63% of the nursing workforce. They play a crucial role in disease prevention […]
Explore a Career as a Transplant Nurse
Becoming a transplant nurse is just one of many options you have when you join the nursing profession. Transplant nurses are licensed Registered Nurses (RNs) who specialize in organ transplants. Transplant nurses play a crucial role during organ transplant surgeries. They work with both organ donors and recipients to help the process go smoothly. Educating […]
Incredible Health Featured on Healing Healthcare with Ellen Pompeo
Incredible Health CEO, Iman Abuzeid, recently joined Ellen Pompeo of Grey’s Anatomy, and her co-host Sheena Williams on Ellen’s Instagram series, Healing Healthcare. The series is dedicated to highlighting women and people of color in healthcare leadership positions. Iman, Ellen, and Sheena discuss how Incredible Health is changing the game in healthcare careers, and the […]
Overview of the Clinical Nurse Educator Position
Nurses require significant training and education to enter the field. One of the more critical roles within nursing is the nurse educator. This position differs from traditional nursing in that you don’t have patients. Instead, the nurse educator works with students. In this guide, we will cover the following: What is a nurse educator? What […]