According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for registered nurses through the year 2020 will increase by 26 percent. This is above average and in real numbers it means over 700,000 new jobs will be available during this time…
When you begin the process of looking for a quality nursing school to attend, there are several factors you will need to consider in order to choose the right one. Not only should you consider the school’s academic quality, reputation,…
When you go through your training to become a nurse, you will be required to complete a minimum number of clinical work experience hours. The purpose behind these hours is to provide you with the work experience that it takes…
After years of study, it may be intimidating to imagine all of your hard work culminating in one test that decides whether or not you’re ready to practice in the nursing field. Fortunately, with proper preparation, the test itself will…
When a person chooses to pursue their nursing degree, they have made a very positive career decision that will reap them many rewards in life. Upon becoming a licensed nurse, an individual will have job security, earn a very good…
Hospital management positions are highly sought after, by both nurses and other job-seekers. In 2010, CNN named hospital administration as one of the 100 top careers. High job satisfaction, good salaries and a strong job market were cited as the…
Becoming a nurse practicioner takes a lot of work, but if it’s your passion, it’s well worth it. To get started on the road to success as a nurse pracitioner, you already know you must complete a nursing program at…
The best nursing degrees for working with children have a specialization in pediatrics. The nursing degree may be an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree, or a master’s level nursing program. Each of these levels of nursing practice are focused on…