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Do nurses ever have to "bring your work home"?

Last answered 6 days ago 2 answers

What are the best gift ideas to treat yourself or a nurse friend?

Last answered 8 days ago 1 answer

I want to try intermittent fasting but am worried how it'll affect my performance at work. Any advice on how I can do it during my nursing shift?

Last answered 11 days ago 3 answers

How should I prepare and adjust for 11pm to 7 am shift as a nurse ?

Last answered 17 days ago 2 answers

I've been trying to stay consistent in my workout routine but finding it tough to squeeze in most days depending on my shift. Any tips?

Last answered 21 days ago 1 answer

What work can you get if you did not pass the NCLEX RN yet?

Last answered 27 days ago 1 answer

How do you feel about hiring the "seasoned" nurse who has many years of experience but may not be as computer savvy or fast?

Last answered 27 days ago 20 answers

Why does it feel like its hard to find a new job as a new grad especially as an ADN in NJ? I applied new grad jobs and as well as regular jobs at a hospital, and no response, or they only stopped my application due to my ADN. BSN is in progress...

Last answered about 1 month ago 8 answers

RN for about 6 years now. ER and L&D. Left the hospital due to nights. Took an Ambulatory position (mainly triage) at a women's clinic. I am VERY restless! How do I get back to bedside (days) w/out being bedside for a year? Its been sad and tough..

Last answered about 1 month ago 3 answers

I’m a 26 year-old single female who is thinking about joining the military as a nurse. Do they deploy new nurses in combat zones?

Last answered about 1 month ago 2 answers

About to get my first dog but am worried about what do do with him while I'm working night shifts. Any suggestions?

Last answered about 2 months ago 1 answer

Why does it feel like I am burning out in every nursing job I do?

Last answered about 2 months ago 15 answers

Why are companies automatically disqualifying me for jobs without ever talking to me? I've been searching and searching but keep coming up with the same response "sorry but there were other qualified people".. okay fine, but why can't I be trained.

Last answered about 2 months ago 1 answer

Did you complete the 1-day Resume Refresh Challenge? Respond with your go-to emoji when you're done! 🎉

Last answered 2 months ago 2 answers

In your experience so far, is being a nurse worth it? (Considering the pay, stress, odd hours, etc.)

Last answered 2 months ago 15 answers

For nurses working on night shifts, I was wondering how do you balance your work and social life? When do you find time for family and friends?

Last answered 2 months ago 1 answer

How do I go about getting a job with no experience and being graduated since 2011, and just recently passing the exam? Pls help! Thank you!

Last answered 3 months ago 1 answer

Hey guys My name is Quinn I’m new here I wanted to ask how you guys were able to decide on the nursing specialty you went for I’m really stuck and confused here I would appreciate any advice Thank you😇

Last answered 3 months ago 1 answer

How important is it for healthcare professionals to have specialized uniforms for events like the Olympics?

Last answered 3 months ago 6 answers

Have you ever encountered a medical emergency outside of work? How did it influence/shape your perspective as a nurse?

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

Has anyone else had issues with your years of employment being incorrect on your profile? I’ve requested it be corrected multiple times with no resolution.

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

Besides incredible health any other websites for free nursing ce available?

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

Is there remote nursing jobs out there that pay over $150,000 a year with an AS degree? If so, how do I find them? I want to get out of bedside nursing.

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

Is any one doing non-bedside nursing, if so what do you do?

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

How do you make your resume stand out to employers for an entry-level clinical documentation position? Everyone wants prior experience in the field but my experience has been at bedside in critical care for the last 8 years. Thank you in advance.

Last answered 4 months ago 3 answers