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6 Benefits of a BSN Degree in the Modern Nursing Field

September 13, 2019September 12, 2019 Goodwin College

Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare field. They care for patients on a daily basis, and offer critical support for life-saving treatments. And, the role of the nurse is fast-growing. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment of Registered… Read more...

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LPN vs. RN Infographic: What’s the Difference?

August 26, 2019 Goodwin College

Nursing is one of the most rewarding careers you can pursue today. On a daily basis, nurses work hard to make a difference in patients’ lives, helping them to get better, stay healthy, and sustain a high quality of life. If… Read more...

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LPN vs. CNA Infographic: What’s the Difference?

August 26, 2019August 26, 2019 Goodwin College

Walk into any healthcare facility – a hospital, a nursing home, a doctor’s office – and you will be surrounded by caring and quick-moving nurses. And if you look close enough, you will see that many of these nurses have different… Read more...

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CNA vs. RN: What’s the Difference?

August 22, 2019August 26, 2019 Goodwin College

Within the healthcare field, there is a certain hierarchy of titles and patient care providers. For example, you have doctors, you have nurses, and you have nursing assistants. Each position varies in their level of responsibility, as well as their training requirements.… Read more...

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How to Choose the Best Nursing College for You

July 29, 2019July 26, 2019 Goodwin College

If you live in Connecticut, you can easily see the world of opportunity that lies within the field of nursing. Home of nationally-ranked healthcare centers like Yale New Haven Hospital and Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, and high-performing institutions like Hartford Hospital and… Read more...

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Choosing a Specialized vs. General MSN Degree

July 5, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

To become a nurse is a great choice. When you put your mind to committing to the nursing profession, you’re setting yourself up for competitive pay, rewarding work, and a lifelong career path. The sense of responsibility that you sign up for… Read more...

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Advancing an ADN to BSN Degree

June 19, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

Nurses are, without a doubt, the heart of our healthcare system. As Diplomat Dag Hammarskjold once said, “Constant attention by a good nurse may be just as important as a major operation by a surgeon.” Whether you are a nurse who has… Read more...

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What is an MSN Degree?

June 14, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

As with any profession, the proper education is key to either getting your foot in the door somewhere, or advancing within a specific industry. For a nurse, the most common educational degree programs that one can pursue are an Associate Degree in… Read more...

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RN-to-BSN Requirements Overview

May 24, 2019July 19, 2019 Goodwin College

Are you a registered nurse looking to advance your career? Perhaps you are looking for a Bachelor’s in Nursing program that can, somehow, fit into your already busy schedule (which might involve 12-hour shifts at the hospital). An RN-to-BSN program may just… Read more...

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Pursue Your Master’s in Nursing (Online!)

May 21, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

Throughout the United States, the job outlook for registered nurses is projected to grow 15% by 2026. That is positive news not just for aspiring RNs, but also for nurses at all levels of the healthcare field. As the number of professional… Read more...

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A Look Inside the RN-to-BSN Curriculum

May 17, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

As the healthcare field advances, and as patient care evolves, more and more registered nurses are going back to school for their Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) degree. It’s no wonder why. Not only is a BSN degree valued by many employers today… Read more...

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How to Get into an MSN Nursing School

May 10, 2019July 19, 2019 Goodwin College

Are you a registered RN looking to obtain your Masters in Nursing Degree from an accredited MSN nursing school? While pursuing higher education can be competitive, it is achievable if you have the right experience and have completed the specified prerequisites for the program.… Read more...

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MSN Degree Job Opportunities You May Encounter in Connecticut

May 8, 2019July 19, 2019 Goodwin College

There are many different reasons to advance your nursing career. Whether you are looking to gain more responsibilities, take on a leadership role, increase your salary, or earn more respect within your field, there are a variety of paths that can help… Read more...

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5 Types of Nursing Certifications You Should Know About

May 2, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

When you pursue a career in nursing, generally speaking, you are becoming more than just a “nurse.” You are becoming a Registered Nurse, or a Pediatric Nurse, a Critical Care Nurse, or a Nurse Practitioner. The list goes on, and that’s the… Read more...

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The Role(s) of Leadership in Nursing, and Where You Might Fit In

April 30, 2019July 19, 2019 Goodwin College

Imagine your nursing team in a high-stress situation: A patient in critical condition who is in your care. Treatment plans not going as anticipated. Poor communication between departments, resulting in fragmented information. Managing the emotions connected to a risky procedure. Let’s face… Read more...

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What is a Fast-Track RN-to-BSN Online Program?

April 29, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

Nursing is among the fastest growing fields today, with employment rates expected to rise over the next several years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nursing (RN) careers are expected to grow 15 percent, with more than 438,000 jobs becoming… Read more...

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BSN Salary Information

April 23, 2019July 19, 2019 Goodwin College

Wondering the potential salary of a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree? Learn more! Healthcare is a thriving and promising field. On top of incredible job security and regularly rewarding work, healthcare practitioners can also find comfort in a healthy paycheck and… Read more...

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Where You Can Work with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

April 17, 2019July 17, 2019 Goodwin College

Walking out of your MSN graduation, diploma in hand, is like a solid gold ticket to… where? Imagining this moment goes hand-in-hand with learning what the next steps will look like in your nursing career. Once you start researching MSN workplaces, you’ll… Read more...