There is no better time than the present to become a nurse. Job opportunities are abound, and the workforce is calling passionate nurses to step in. If you are interested in joining the workforce, you may consider an accelerated nursing … Continue reading How Does an Accelerated Nursing Program Work?
Choosing to work in healthcare is a fantastic career choice for so many reasons. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare occupations will add 2.4 million jobs to the U.S economy between 2019 and 2029. Additionally, the median average … Continue reading Which Nurse Practitioner Specialty is in Highest Demand?
Connecticut is in need of skilled and qualified nurses. If you are seeking a career that is personally and professionally rewarding, and have a strong desire to help others in need, consider a future in nursing. There are thousands of … Continue reading Connecticut Nursing Information: A Guide for Aspiring Nurses in CT
Do you want to become a leader in the nursing field, but are unsure if you want to continue in clinical, patient care? The ecosystem of any healthcare facility requires more than just hands-on healers, and in fact, there are … Continue reading Nurse Educator vs. Nurse Administrator: What’s the Difference?
Considered the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale established the first nonspiritual nursing school in London in 1860. She is affectionately revered as the “Lady with the Lamp,” commemorating her rounds visiting wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. The “Lady … Continue reading Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing: Lifetime Achievement Accolades Granted to Goodwin Instructor and Student
Nursing is an exciting, fast-growing, and in-demand field. Many people who wish to help others in need, and to find meaning and fulfillment in their careers, will pursue the nursing path. It offers many benefits. Of course, as with any … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Being a Nurse
The field of nursing is vast, with many opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to the foundational nursing knowledge and skills, there is always new research, methods, and policies that keep nurses learning constantly. Furthermore, there are advanced nursing … Continue reading Can You Become a Nurse Practitioner Online?
Changing careers is an exciting, but also intimidating, decision. It means taking the reins on your future and pursuing a profession that inspires you. Sometimes, this also means going back to school. Although this can be difficult, changing career paths … Continue reading Why Make a Career Change to Nursing?
If you want to become a nurse, but are hesitant to commit to more years in college, rest assured that nursing schools have heard the call. Today, non-nurses with a bachelor’s degree have the option to pursue a second degree … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Pursue a Second Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
If you’ve earned your Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) and you are a practicing Registered Nurse (RN), congratulations! You have discovered how much you love healthcare and helping others. Whatever environment you’re working in, whether that is a hospital, … Continue reading BSN to FNP: What Steps You Need to Take
Registered Nurses (RNs) play one of the most critical roles in the healthcare field. These professionals are on the frontlines of care, coordinating and administering treatment to sick, injured, and disabled patients. They help to save lives. They calm and … Continue reading Would I Be a Good Registered Nurse?
Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream Carmelot Eliassaint loves Caribbean food and the color blue, and relaxes by listening to gospel music and reading. As someone who always enjoys helping people, his favorite quote is, … Continue reading Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream
Becoming a Registered Nurse was an exciting first step towards your career and to making a difference in the world. Now, with your Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) in hand, you may be wondering what is next. What comes after a … Continue reading What Comes After a BSN? Your Options at Goodwin
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives. From our economy and politics to the day-to-day routine of working from home, everything has changed. The healthcare industry was, perhaps, the industry most affected. However, if the global … Continue reading Nursing vs. Public Health: Which Career is Right for You?
As an aspiring nurse, you have several options when it comes to your education. You can choose to pursue an associate degree or a bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Both degree paths will make you eligible to take your licensing exam … Continue reading 7 Must-Take RN Courses for Aspiring Nurses
Many people will choose a career in nursing because they feel called to help others in need. Typically, they are compassionate, yet also resilient, individuals who desire to make an impact in some shape or form. The nursing field provides … Continue reading Is Nursing Right for Me?
Nurses play an invaluable role within the healthcare field. They treat patients who are sick and injured, as well as educate patients – and the general public – about various health conditions. In the end, they are more than their … Continue reading Public Health Nurse vs. Hospital Nurse: Which Path is Right for You?
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), more than one in five U.S. adults have a mental illness. Mental illnesses include many conditions that vary in severity, ranging from mild to moderate to severe. Furthermore, the CDC reports … Continue reading How to Become a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
