Choosing the right specialty as a new graduate nurse is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your first job. This choice can shape your career trajectory, influence your job satisfaction, and impact your overall well-being. To help you navigate this critical decision, consider the following factors: your experiences during clinical rotations, your…
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The Reality of Nursing School: Learning the Basics, Not Everything
Transitioning to nursing practice can often uncover the harsh reality of nursing school. Entering nursing school is the first step on a rewarding but challenging journey. It’s an intensive period of study where we are introduced to the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to provide safe and effective care. However, it’s important to understand that…
The Honeymoon Phase of Nursing
The “honeymoon phase” in nursing refers to the initial period when a new nurse starts their career, typically right after completing nursing school and entering the workforce. You’re selecting scrubs, pens, notebooks, fanny packs, and comfortable shoes. During this phase, you are experiencing a sense of excitement, enthusiasm, and passion for the profession. You feel…
New Grad Nurse Interview: Why You are the Best Candidate
The new grad nurse interview can be a daunting task, but it is your opportunity to showcase why you’re the ideal candidate. One of the most common types of questions you’ll encounter is, “What makes you a good candidate for this job,” “Why are you the best person for the job” “Why should I hire…
Common Mistakes of New Graduate Nurses: Irrelevant Work Experience on Resumes
When new graduate nurses submit resumes for job applications, one common mistake stands out: including work experience that is not relevant to the position you are seeking. This can detract from your overall qualifications and obscure the most pertinent experiences that align with the job you want. For instance, consider a nurse whose clinical experience…
Internet disagrees with the 2024 State of Nursing report
The 2024 State of Nursing report Nurse.org survey revealed that nurses were happier, more satisfied at work, and feeling better overall in 2023 than in previous years. The survey included over 2400 nurses and found that overall, nurse’s conditions have improved since previous reports. The organization recognized however that despite the encouraging results, nursing has…
Nurse Residency Programs: Worth it or Not?
Nurse residency programs serve as vital stepping stones for new graduate nurses, offering essential support and guidance during their transition into the professional healthcare realm. While these programs aim to equip nurses with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their roles, navigating through the countless options can be daunting. In this article, we’ll…
Nurse Influencer receives backlash from multiple disciplines amid “we can do your job” Post.
Nurse Erica-no stranger to controversy-is getting MAJOR backlash for a Tik Tok post belittling allied health professionals….and health profession creators of multiple specialties felt the need to speak up and speak out. Nurse Erica typically creates content related to unionizing and staffing ratios; thus, this post from her was a bit odd to say the…
All Out Drag and Backlash amongst Students over Coronavirus Vaccine Mandates
It all started with an innocent question regarding a facility’s decision to mandate vaccines for all staff, colleagues, and contractors. The question was: had anyone seen it happening in their hospitals or schools. The first dozen or so comments were standard yes, no, ‘I heard something’ and ‘not yet but I’ll do it if required’…
Always Drowning? Try these tips
It’s hard being a new nurse and feel like you’re always drowning. You’re being inundated with new information, being told to do things differently than you learned in nursing school, and generally at times just feeling overwhelmed. Time management is often the culprit. And that’s something you just aren’t taught. While there’s no magic solution…