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Interesting topics and articles related to nursing profession and clinical nursing practice.
Defining the Roles of Advanced Practice Nursing 
Information about Advanced Practice Nursing and the different roles that will fit in for every individual who wants to pursue further their career in nursing. Each one has the choice to make one´s nursing practice meaningful, exciting, and worthwhile. Look Alike and Sound Alike Medications
By teaching ourselves, co-workers, and patients, we can prevent drug errors with look alike and sound alike medications. The Pros and Cons of Digital Charting
Digital charting can be very challenging to most staff. Learning new icons and format in patient charting can be tedious and time consuming.But a good knowledge and application of time management is important so one can spend more time with the patient at bedside. A Caring Nurse
A nurse caring for a patient creates a high frequency of caring energy that can promote healing. Baccalaureate Nursing Education Revised
AACN announced last February 2007 the revision of the Baccalaureate Nursing Program to meet the growing Health Care Insdustry and to prepare nurses for the 21st century. Discussing End of Life Care 
Nurses and physicians are discussing end of life care treatments, outcomes, and decisions early after diagnosis, allowing patients time to plan for their future needs. DRG's versus Healthcare
DRG's versus Healthcare, The impact of DRG's on Healthcare. Fall Risk and Prevention
Assessment and protocols for protecting your patient from falls. Getting Ahead to a New Direction
Some tips for those who are planning to change nursing jobs. Hand Sanitizing Foam
A quick overview of how using hand foam can reduce infection. Hazing Issues for Nurses - Don´t Eat Your Young
Everyone knows at least one nurse who believes it is his/her duty to harass new grads. Unfortunately, this behavior not only hurts fledgling nurses, but also the profession of nursing. So, Don’t Eat Your Young! Head to Toe Assessment
How to do an efficient head to toe assessment. Holiday Rotation
Thoughts on holiday rotation and the way nurses handle this challenge. Job Hunting for Nurses
Are you looking for a way to remain in nursing and still balance your work and family life? If so, it may be time for you to go job hunting. Here are some useful tips on finding nursing positions that are “outside the box.” Mandated Uniforms
Thoughts on mandated uniforms for nurses. Medical Home Model
The Medical Home Model is the standard of care being promoted by the AAFP. What is it and what does it mean for nurses? My Medication Error
The lessons I learned from my first medication error. National Health Care Reform
Facts and resources to help the professional shape the legislation and debate on National Health Care Reform. NIght Shift Challenges
Working the night shift is a challenge. It involves balancing personal needs, work, and a quality sleep. Learn more what is like to work the night shift and some strategies to over come fatigue and chronic sleep loss. Nursing, A Great Choice for a Career Path
An author´s insight about the nursing profession. She shares her first experience as a registered nurse in a non-traditional setting. This enriching and fulfilling professional experience will lead you to a different level of functionality and rationalization. Only Two Years of College
How two years of school can lead to a rewarding career in nursing. Patient Identifiers
The Joint Commission requires two patient identifiers to prevent medication errors. Political Activities for Nurses - Get Involved
Interested in the legislative process but unsure of how to affect change in nursing practice and the health care system? It’s easy! Just Get Involved... Reflections on Professional Excellence
The concept of excellence is the motivation to become the best of everything. Excellence is the condition of excelling, surpassing goodness, virtue or merit.Are you in pursuit of excellence? Resumes for Nurses
While most nurses are great at caring for patients, many cringe at the thought of creating or updating a resume. So, here are some tips to get you started… RNC or BC, A New Distinction for Nurses
Description about new initals added to registered nurse (RN) title designating additional accomplishment in nursing. SBAR Communication Tool
Examples of how to use the SBAR communication tool. Sedation Administration Facts [offsite link]
State specific guidelines and regulations on sedation administration. Staffing, Unions, and Some Thoughts
Thoughts on how non-unionized nurses can protect themselves from unsafe staffing ratios and policies. The Future of Nursing
The future of nursing. Where are we going? The Ten Rights of Safe Drug Administration
By following the Ten Rights of Safe Drug Administration and asking three questions we can keep patient safety a main focus and goal. What leads us to Nursing?
Essay on the paths that may lead to nursing as a career and the challenge of the next generation. Why Should I Document Education?
A summary of why documenation of education is important to your profession and what needs to be included. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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