Choosing a nursing program may be a life-changing decision. And if that program loses accreditation, it can be disastrous. Here’s a guide to help you out when that happens. Prevention Better than Cure As they say, prevention is better than…
Going back to school after a break can either be stressful or exciting. It all depends on your experiences and expectations. Depending on your mood, it is best that you take the transition positively. And if you find the stress…
You have probably heard in the news lately conflicting reports about the economy with student loans being hailed as the next “financial crisis”. Student debt even affects students in traditionally “employable” professions such as nursing. Nursing school can cost more than other…
Becoming an experienced nurse means that I had to go through my share of unpleasant growing pains to get from a student nurse to where I am now. While I am grateful for all of the journeys I have taken…
Many people today find it hard to find the time or money to go back to school, especially when they are immersed in a job that is as consuming as nursing. Despite the extra effort required, there are many advantages…
Deciding whether or not to attempt to hold down a job during your college years can be a difficult decision. Sure, the extra money is a huge bonus, but is it worth the price of less time to study the…
MSN degree nursing director“American Sentinel University made it possible for me to land the best job I’ve ever had,” says Soraya Sulaiman, director of nursing outpatient services at Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown, New York. The New York City native…
I have always loved hearing the stories of older nurses and after 29 years as a nurse, I am now that older nurse. As such, I would like to share my professional journey with you. My personal background To tell…
Not all nursing programs are created equal. Sure, most people recognize the importance of accreditation and common considerations such as location, online options, and availability of financial aid. But beyond that, there can be many differences between programs that could spell…
As most nurses are painfully aware, the original plan of saving for our retirement is not what it once was. The hope of cashing in on that nest egg in order to live on a beach in Florida is no…