Shift Work Sleep Disorder: What Nurses Should Know
What Nurses Should Know About Shift Work Sleep Disorder During their careers, most nurses will work outside the “standard” hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. With 12-hour shifts, flexible and rotating schedules, o ...
How to Tell You’re Meant to Be a Nurse
Every new nurse dreads making a mistake. Any experienced nurse will tell you: It’s not “if” but “when.” Mistakes happen in every part of life. We miscalculate how much money is in our b ...
Best Gifts for Nurses: No Special Occasion Required!
You don’t need a holiday, birthday, or Nurses’ Week to gift your favorite nurse, nursing student…or even yourself! Always on the front line of healthcare, nurses serve tirelessly. Because they often pu ...
40 Types of Nurses the World Needs Right Now
There are many types of nurses and nurse specializations possible, which is why nursing will always be such a promising profession. Not all nurses need high level degrees however, there are lots of options the ...
Can I Become a Nurse at 50+? Age and Nursing School
“Am I too old to become a nurse?” We hear that a lot here at Nurse Plus. The good news: NO! It’s never too late to follow your dream or reinvent yourself. Remember the Chinese proverb: “Th ...
How to Study for Your NCLEX-PN
What do you need to know when preparing for your NCLEX-PN? How can you pass the first time? What’s the best way to study? Is there a study guide? Are there any special tips? You’re reading one of our ...
Learn to "Speak NCLEX" Before Your Test Day
Studying for the NCLEX? Passing your state boards is the final step to becoming a licensed nursing professional. As you prepare to sit for your exam, it’s helpful to learn to “speak NCLEX.” The Natio ...
How Long Is Nursing School?
Earning a nursing degree is the first step any prospective nurse takes in the course of becoming a nurse. Nursing school is where you learn all of the essential skills needed to perform the duties of a nurse and incl ...
How to Develop Your Personal NCLEX Study Plan
You’ve graduated from nursing school, registered with your State Board of Nursing, paid your fees, and scheduled your NCLEX test day. That’s a lot! You’re reading one of our “Nursing Career G ...