Yoga for Nurses: How Practice Can Benefit You
Take a deep breath in and exhale slowly. Feels good, doesn’t it? Many studies have been done covering the mental and physical benefits of practicing yoga as a nurse. Whether you’re on the move or sitting down all day, any job can take its toll on you over time. This is especially true for nurses who are constantly on their feet during their shifts. The stressful nature of nursing can also lead to burnout, so read on to discover the...
Self-Care Tips for Travel Nurses
Ever heard of something called career burnout? It is very common among nurses and sometimes traveling can amplify it. It’s very important to prevent burnout, and one of the best ways you can do that is to take good care of yourself on the road. Self-love is extremely important, especially for someone on the road as often as a travel nurse. So, let’s explore some self-care tips for travel nurses that may help you on your journey....
What is a State Board of Nursing?
You’ve certainly heard about them during your schooling, and they’re often talked about when you’re applying for specific licensure, but what is a state board of nursing? Is it the ever-present “big brother” that hovers over the nursing industry? Are they a group of evil board members locked away in a conference room somewhere, plotting how they can take advantage of you hardworking nurses? However, they do hold a lot of power when it...
Urban vs Rural Hospitals
While every hospital has the same functions, each one operates differently. This is especially the case when examining the difference between urban vs rural hospitals. While they share a lot of similarities, there are also a number of things that set them apart. We are going to examine these differences, and how a travel nurse’s job could be different in urban vs rural hospitals. Browse rural and urban nursing jobs here! Differences:...
Nursing Technology: How Technology Has Changed Healthcare
Could you imagine what nursing was like before the invention of the computer? What about pagers? The implementation of nursing technology has changed the way nurses perform their duties and will continue to alter how they work in the future. The use of efficient electronics in healthcare has reduced errors, cut down on paperwork, and significantly improved patient satisfaction. Nursing Technology Advancements Here are four examples of...