RN vs. BSN: What is the Difference?
RN and BSN are common yet distinct abbreviations in nursing. Learn the difference between a registered nurse (RN) and Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) program. Continue reading RN vs. BSN: What is the Difference?
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LPN vs. RN Job Duties and Scope of Practice
Both Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) provide patient care, but their job duties differ. See the LPN vs. RN scope of practice. Continue reading LPN vs. RN Job Duties and Scope of Practice
Career Q&A: Can You Get an Associate Degree in Nursing Online?
Can you earn an associate degree in Nursing online, or do all nursing programs require in-person training? Discover the options for student flexibility. Continue reading Career Q&A: Can You Get an Associate Degree in Nursing Online?
How Long Does it Take to Become a Nurse?
How long is nursing school, and how long does it take to become a Registered Nurse? Find out! Nursing is among the most important and respected careers in healthcare, with demand for Registered Nurses (RNs) on the rise. According to … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Become a Nurse?
Would I Be a Good Registered Nurse?
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’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
7 Must-Take RN Courses for Aspiring Nurses
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
Is Nursing Right for Me?
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?
The Least Stressful Nursing Jobs You Can Pursue Today
So you want to become a nurse. Helping people is your jam. Of course, working in a highly-skilled, well-respected profession that saves lives would be incredibly rewarding. But, let’s face it, all of that life-saving work can also be a … Continue reading The Least Stressful Nursing Jobs You Can Pursue Today
ADN vs. BSN Salary: What Nurses Should Know
Nursing is one of the most rewarding career paths you can pursue today – both personally and professionally. Nurses have the ability to make a real difference in the lives of others. They also have abundant jobs available, room for … Continue reading ADN vs. BSN Salary: What Nurses Should Know
NCLEX-RN Requirements for Aspiring Nurses
As an aspiring nurse, you’ve likely heard of the NCLEX. But what, exactly, do you need to know about it? The NCLEX-RN (short for the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse) is a board-issued, standardized test used to determine whether a … Continue reading NCLEX-RN Requirements for Aspiring Nurses
Why Connecticut is the Place to Go to Nursing School
Currently, there are more than 34,000 registered nurses (RNs) employed in the state of Connecticut. Each day, these compassionate professionals dedicate their time to helping others in need. But this is just the start. They also are empowering their patients, … Continue reading Why Connecticut is the Place to Go to Nursing School
Is Getting an Associate Degree in Nursing Worth It?
For decades, an associate degree in Nursing (ADN) has been the standard credential for aspiring nurses looking to start their careers. However, is that changing? With more employers seeking BSN-educated nurses, and more states supporting the BSN-in-10 initiative, many hopeful … Continue reading Is Getting an Associate Degree in Nursing Worth It?
Jen Kiluk, Student Nurse: A Real-Life Final Exam
When first-semester Goodwin College Nursing student Jenn Kiluk arrived to pick her young son up at his school in December 2018, little did she dream that she was about to experience what she now refers to as a “real-life final … Continue reading Jen Kiluk, Student Nurse: A Real-Life Final Exam
The Registered Nurse Job Description: What You Can Expect
There are many different types of nurses today, but perhaps the most popular position is that of the Registered Nurse (or, RN for short). They are also some of the most in-demand professionals out there today. According to the Bureau … Continue reading The Registered Nurse Job Description: What You Can Expect
A Day in the Life of a Registered Nurse
Joining an RN program in CT is a great way to pursue a career in nursing, and join a rewarding healthcare profession with a wide variety of duties. Learn more! Becoming a registered nurse (RN) is one of the most … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Registered Nurse