National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month honors nurses and caregivers
November is officially National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, a time that not only focuses on the 5 million or so Americans that suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, but also pays respect to their devoted caregivers. Alzheimer’s is a monumental health problem in the U.S.- someone in the country develops the disease every 67 seconds, according to the Alzheimer’s […]
TV’s best nurse characters
Considering a career in nursing? For many, the first exposure they get to the nursing profession is through media depictions of the career on television shows, though these depictions may not be the most accurate. Before heading off to enroll in a nursing program, take a look at a few of the more accurate portrayals […]
Faculty Spotlight – Meet Rochelle Brumley
Rochelle Brumley, MSN-FNP, RN is an Instructor and the acting Assistant Program Director of the LVN to RN Nursing Bridge Program at our Carrington College California Sacramento campus. Rochelle earned her bachelor’s degree in Nursing in 1992. She joined the Carrington family in 2009. To get started, tell us a little about yourself Rochelle? I […]
Faculty Spotlight – Meet Corrinne Meyer
Corrinne Meyer has been an instructor at the Carrington College Reno, NV, campus for almost 5 years. Corrinne teaches two Human Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) classes to students on our Registered Nursing program; she has been an educator for 10 years. Thanks for your time Corrinne, are you a Registered Nurse? No, I’m not a […]
Registered nurses are in high demand
Registered nurses and students enrolled in nursing programs can look forward to a bright future as their field expands in the next 10 years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for registered nurses is expected to grow by 19 percent between 2012 and 2022, which is faster than the average growth rate for […]
What to do if you are having trouble with a patient
As you begin your nursing career, you may notice from time to time that you’re given an assignment that you find tough to handle. This is particularly true if you are ever given a patient whose condition lies outside of your expertise. You certainly don’t want to tell your boss that you’re not capable of […]
Future looks bright for nursing profession
As the Affordable Care Act continues its full rollout heading into 2014, the need for nurses is growing exponentially. That need, along with public awareness of the wealth of job opportunities available upon graduation, has led so many people to enter registered nursing programs across the country that some colleges and universities are being forced […]
Nursing careers require these skills
If you’re thinking about a nursing career you’ve no doubt considered the medical skills that nurses need to master, but what about those skills that will take you from being a good nurse to a great one? Many people choose careers in health care because they want to make a difference in the lives of their […]
Networking tips for nurses
A nursing career is not only built on developing the skills and expertise needed to make you a great nurse, it also requires a bit of strategic networking. Although networking is a term most commonly used in business, it can also be used to advance nursing careers. Whether you just graduated or have been a […]
How to start a nurse mentoring program
Throughout your nursing career, you will likely have many clinical instructors (also know as preceptors). Whenever you being a new job, take on a new specialty or a different role within the hospital, there will be someone to guide you through your new duties. However, having a mentor to inspire and motivate you throughout your […]
Healthy living tips for nurses
While having a nursing career means you spend your time trying to improve the health and lives of others, you can’t do your job well if you are tired, sick or stressed. Nurses sometimes have to work long hours and stay on their feet,1 and if they don’t make their health a priority they could […]
5 Best jobs for people who are outgoing
Have you always been outgoing? It’s a good characteristic to have. Being more of an extrovert than an introvert can help you navigate social situations and easily interact with people. It may seem like outgoing people would be well-equipped to perform any job, but there are some positions for which they are better suited than […]