If you’re thinking of pursuing a nursing degree, you are probably considering all of your options. You probably want a program that can accommodate your busy life. You may want a nursing school that works with your existing schedule. Whether … Continue reading Evening and Night Classes for Nurses
As more nurses look to advance, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) can prove to be a great way to stay ahead of the curve. Connecticut is working toward an 80% BSN workforce, and, according to the American Association of … Continue reading Accelerated BSN Prerequisites, Explained
Nurses play a significant role in our healthcare systems and the quality of care that patients receive. Fortunately, the field of nursing is broad, meaning there are many different career paths within it, as well as many opportunities for growth. … Continue reading What Does a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Do?
Goodwin University nursing graduates, Theresa Macy and Sharon Kyc, both work at Hartford HealthCare as Registered Nurses in their home care division. Since graduating from Goodwin, the two women have had incredible success applying what they’ve learned in the classroom into … Continue reading Where are They Now? Goodwin Nursing Graduates – From finals week to working the frontlines
Disease outbreak and mitigation is a hot-button issue today — and for good reason. We’re living through a pandemic! However, COVID-19 is not the only one in recent history. Many individuals will remember the impacts of the HIV/AIDs epidemic, just a … Continue reading How to Become an Epidemiologist in Connecticut
Now more than ever, registered nurses have one of the most impactful and respected roles within the healthcare system. Nurses have the unique opportunity to help people in times of need, also making it one of the most rewarding careers … Continue reading The Benefits of a Part-Time Nursing Program
Nursing is the largest healthcare profession in the United States, with almost three million Registered Nurses employed throughout the nation. As a result, nurses have one of the most recognizable roles within the healthcare field. These are the people on … Continue reading 5 Healthcare Jobs Similar to Nursing that You Can Pursue at Goodwin
The impact that nurses have in today’s world is invaluable. They are on the frontlines of our healthcare systems every day, making a difference in patients’ and families’ lives. Nurses have an innate compassion for helping others, and often a … Continue reading How to Become a Family Nurse Practitioner in Connecticut
Advanced public health professionals work in a field that requires specialized training, under job titles like Epidemiologist, Sanitarian, Biostatician, Disaster and Emergency Specialist, and Public Health Director or Educator. Roles like these require a specific set of public health skills … Continue reading Master These Public Health Skills with an MPH
What does a Nurse Administrator, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Family Nurse Practitioner all have in common? The answer is simple: a Master’s degree in Nursing! Without a master’s level education, there is no way to safely practice in these advanced … Continue reading What is the Value of a Master’s Degree in Nursing?
Public health issues, big or small, affect every individual and community around the world. There is no greater example of this than the current public health emergency we are facing, COVID-19. This unprecedented global pandemic has affected every single person … Continue reading What to Expect from a Graduate Degree in Public Health
There are many branches of the nursing field and, as a result, many types of nurses out there. Two of the most common nursing careers today are Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN). Both LPNs and RNs are … Continue reading Practical vs. Registered Nursing Programs: What’s the Difference?
Nursing is one of the most rewarding and respected careers today. Nurses have the opportunity to help people in need and make a real difference in the lives of their patients. Not to mention, there is great job security in … Continue reading How Long is Nursing School? A Timeline for Aspiring RNs
The Brave Among the Battlefield: A Tribute to Nurses Worldwide by Vivienne Friday, EdD, MSN, RN, CNE Program director, ABSN, Goodwin University As a child growing up in a small village on the east side of Jamaica, I remember admiring … Continue reading The Brave Among the Battlefield: A Tribute to Nurses Worldwide
We are facing unprecedented times. Amid the current COVID-19 pandemic, regions worldwide are in lockdown. States are enacting “shelter-in-place” policies and travel bans. Non-essential businesses are closing worldwide, and employees are being encouraged to work from home when they can. … Continue reading What is Telehealth, and How is it Impacting the Future of Healthcare?
With the recent spread of COVID-19 — a pandemic that has caused a global economic shut down and thousands of hospitalizations — public health is more relevant and critical than ever. And as a result, public health professionals are in … Continue reading Why is Public Health Important?
There is that age old question, ‘Is the risk worth the reward?' Or, in terms of choosing whether or not to pursue an advanced degree, ‘Is the financial risk worth the reward?' Deciding whether to go back to school to … Continue reading Master’s in Public Health Salary Information
What's the best way to reach the peak of your highest potential as a nurse? It's not about everyone else's lists and ranks. It's not about a 4.0 GPA, a luxurious campus, or ivy greenery. It's about choosing a program … Continue reading How to Choose the Best Online MSN Program for You
