Generally speaking, because an LPN has to engage in a shorter training period than RNs, the LPN salary will be lower. However, in general, LPN salaries are very good for the work that you do. Overall many people have said that the salary of an LPN, as compared to other jobs, is much better and those professionals who already work as LPNs have reported in general that they are satisfied with the money that they earn. As jobs go, becoming an LPN is … [Read more...]
End Of Life Care In The United States
An end of life care program is a program which is put in place when a patient is seriously ill with a medical condition that will end in their death. This is also known as palliative care, and can take place in a nursing home, a hospice or in the comfort of the patient's home. An end of life care program sees to not only the medical care of patients in the final days or hours of life, but covers the broader prospect of treating all those with a … [Read more...]
What Are Nursing Classification Systems?
Nursing classification systems are basically the articulation of nursing care, using a standardized language that can be easily understood by all nursing staff as well as by other providers. The University of Iowa's College of Nursing has been a leader in the development of standardized languages to describe the work that nurses do, for the past decade. The Center for Nursing Classification utilizes various methods to develop the nursing … [Read more...]
USA Nursing Organizations
In the US there are a number of nursing organizations to which you may find it beneficial to belong. These organizations are many and varied, some at state level, some at national level, and some that even allow you to have international membership. Although not all nurses belong to a nursing organization of some kind, it is generally considered a good idea to have membership with at least one. Types Of Nursing Organizations State Professional … [Read more...]
Looking At The History Of Nursing
Nursing history is an important topic to study for nurses not just because you may be questioned on it in a test, but also because having a good basic understanding in this area can go a long way to putting your chosen profession into perspective for you. General Nursing History Early History Initially hospitals were part of religious monasteries and convents. There was no formal nursing career and, when religious institutes were wiped out, so … [Read more...]
10 Tips On Dealing With Difficult Colleagues In The Workplace As A Nurse
As a nurse you will, like anyone else in any other profession, encounter difficult colleagues from time to time. Dealing with difficult colleagues can be a challenge but if you are able to handle the situation well it will reflect well on your character. Nurses in particular often complain about difficult doctors who do not treat them well. Several tips and ideas exist to help nurses cope in situations like these. Tip 1: Talk The most important … [Read more...]