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 … Continue reading How to Choose the Best Nursing College for You
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 … Continue reading Choosing a Specialized vs. General MSN Degree
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 … Continue reading Advancing an ADN to BSN Degree
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 … Continue reading What is an MSN Degree?
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 … Continue reading RN-to-BSN Requirements Overview
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 … Continue reading Pursue Your Master’s in Nursing (Online!)
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 … Continue reading A Look Inside the RN-to-BSN Curriculum
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 … Continue reading How to Get into an MSN Nursing School
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 … Continue reading MSN Degree Job Opportunities You May Encounter in Connecticut
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 … Continue reading 5 Types of Nursing Certifications You Should Know About
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. … Continue reading The Role(s) of Leadership in Nursing, and Where You Might Fit In
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 … Continue reading What is a Fast-Track RN-to-BSN Online Program?
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 … Continue reading BSN Salary Information
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 … Continue reading Where You Can Work with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Goodwin College Announces Accelerated BSN Program Offering By Dan Williamson, Director of Admissions Goodwin College has announced the addition of an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) degree to its expanding list of career-focused, educational opportunities. The new program … Continue reading Goodwin College Announces Accelerated BSN Program Offering
When most people think of a nurse, they think of the compassionate, attentive men and women who care for us during hospital, emergency room, and doctor’s visits. Traditionally, these clinical settings are where registered nurses have worked and continue to … Continue reading Where Can Registered Nurses Work?
Nurse management is a popular career path among RNs desiring a leadership role in the thriving field of healthcare. Nurse managers have the important responsibility of overseeing nursing departments and staff. They are also responsible for ensuring a high quality … Continue reading How to Become a Nurse Manager in Connecticut
Registered nurses (RNs) have a very promising job outlook. Across the country, there will be nearly 3.4 million registered nurses employed by the year 2026. The greatest job prospects, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the … Continue reading 10 Advanced Nursing Careers You Can Land with a BSN or Higher
