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As a nurse, you likely have heard about holistic health assessments but may not be sure what the practice entails. At its core, holistic health

Adult-gerontology patients’ health is shaped by several social factors that can impact their physical, mental and emotional well-being. One key factor is the adjustment to

Many people are familiar with the hit HBO series, Succession. There’s a somewhat-related, real-world issue in the healthcare industry where nurse managers must be aware

Older patients who experience chronic illnesses and diseases have unique social needs and rely on others greatly. Their care is often more complex, requiring more

There is much discussion about the need for improvement in the healthcare industry. Initiatives like Healthy People 2030 and reports like the Future of Nursing

In healthcare, everyone deserves care that addresses their specific needs. This includes the geriatric population — among which geriatric nurses play a key role. Geriatric

The current nursing shortage isn’t a new topic. For many years, organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) have elevated the call for more skilled

Nurses who work in gerontology understand the elements of elderly care, including chronic conditions, social determinants of health and long-term treatment strategies. One aspect of

Human resources (HR) is a form of management key to serving the community safely and effectively. It includes diversity, inclusion, equitable treatment and employee satisfaction

By putting those practices to work, nurses are advancing a systemic program of diversity, equity and inclusion that challenges elements called Social Determinants of Health

Clinical nurse leaders (CNLs) have an eye for continuous improvement, and the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed that instinct into overdrive. CNLs have quickly adapted their

The field of nursing has been stressed and strained for many years, and healthcare professionals have been forced to navigate significant issues stemming from the

There’s no doubt that social media has become a significant part of everyday life, with users of all ages taking to it. It has also

An aging population is changing the landscape of healthcare. By 2030, more Americans will be elderly than children, with the number of Americans aged 65

The demographics of the U.S. population are undergoing a significant transformation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, members of the baby boomer population — the

Nursing is an ever-changing profession. While there’s great benefit to the daily education inherent in a nurse’s shift, opportunities for continued learning go beyond on-the-job

Nursing is a fast-paced profession requiring difficult decisions in constantly changing circumstances. It is not unusual for nurses to encounter abuse or violence where they

Nurses who decide to go back to school to earn a bachelor’s degree must often reacquaint themselves with the rigors of being a student. Even

One of the main considerations when choosing any college is cost. There can be significant differences in price, even within the same state. This is

Florence Nightingale, who was a nursing student in the 1840s, is known as the founder of modern nursing. She may not have used the term

After all of your hard work, you have passed the NCLEX and you are officially a registered nurse (RN). As an RN, you are ready

In every healthcare organization, maintaining and improving the health of patients is paramount. Clinical nurse leaders (CNL) are essential to achieving this goal. To succeed

Technology has become an increasingly important part of healthcare. Nurses must know how to use technology in their nursing practice. They need to keep up

There is good news for registered nurses (RNs) wondering if a graduate degree is worth the investment. Degrees such as a Master of Science in