A Day in the life of a Registered Nurse

To say registered nurses are busy is a bit of an understatement. But for those of us who are called to the nursing profession, each day is as reenergizing as it is tiring. While there’s really no such thing as a typical day in the eventful life of a registered nurse, here is one example.

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How to Find Online Nursing Degree Scam

Ever since the turn of the 21 st century, there has been a rapid surge in the number of online courses and schools around the nation. There are so many services and schools available online that offer courses on a wide variety of topics. So how can we find Online Nursing Degree Scam? While computer science may be a popular subject among the bunch, nursing is definitely ranked up there with it and it is booming as we speak! The main benefit of pursuing an online degree is to study from the comfort of your own home while you continue working outside of your studies. Many hopeful nurses are juggling multiple jobs and cannot afford to physically go to school for several years to learn more about nursing. They have an alternative that can help them get their foot in the door – online nursing degrees. However, how legit is it? Is there a catch? The answer is yes and no, to both questions. Some schools are legit with no catches whatsoever, while others are illicit and have warning s...

Balancing Family and Career

When you consider all of the hard work you put into becoming a nurse, it seems inconceivable to imagine not pursuing your career as a nurse. However, many working parents have turned away from a career they enjoyed due to the demands of family life. It is a personal choice, however if you need, or want to work when you have a family, it can be done. There is a proper way to balance family and career, it just takes a little effort on your part, and on your families part as well. 1. Morning Gratitude Moment When you wake up in the morning, don’t jump out of bed for your workout immediately, or drag yourself to the washroom. Sit up straight, relax, and close your eyes. Say to yourself, “I am grateful for those who support me, believe in me and are always there for me.” Say this with a deep breath in between each time you say it, and I recommend saying it for a full five minutes. When you open your eyes and look at everything around you – keeps t...

Healthy Food & Drink Choices

Regardless of whether we are eating a meal at home, at a sit down restaurant, or at a fast food drive thru, there are healthy choices available. The healthier choice may not always be obvious, but now there are requirements that nutrition information be available on all menu items. As a nurse, you should maintain proper nutrition all day and every day. Breakfast Options When preparing for a day, it's vital that a healthy breakfast is part of the preparation. Breakfast revs up the body for the day and gets the metabolism going. Some healthy breakfast choices: Oatmeal is always a great option. It adds fiber to keep you full, and has nutrition that a body needs to make it through the day. Pair oatmeal with some blueberries and a cup of milk, and you has just done your body good. Eggs are a good source of protein. They can be a healthy part of breakfast; it's often what is added to them that can make them a poor choice. ...

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