Neurological Exam: Level of Consciousness. If you’re learning how to do neuro checks, one of the most challenging aspects can be distinguishing level of consciousness. Let’s go through each level of consciousness (LOC) that you’ll see and the main differences between them.
Nervous about floating to another unit? In this post, a highly experienced float nurse gives you her top tips to not only doing well, but enjoying yourself too!
A neuro assessment is a critical skill for any nurse (not just neuro ICU nurses) This goes beyond simple neuro checks. If you’re interested in improving this nursing skill, this article is for yo
What are the qualities of a good nurse? You need to be empathetic, hard-working, and so much more. Read the complete list.
Discharge planning can be a challenge for any nurse, let alone a new nurse. I’ve done this many times since I became a nurse in 2010 and would like to give you some discharge planning tips!
One of the most terrifying things for new nurse grads is accidentally messing up a patient’s meds. This is how to avoid medication errors.
If you ever receive a stroke patient and they are NPO, this is why that call was made and how you should handle it.
You've heard of Life Hacks? Well, here are 35+ clever nurse hacks that will save your sanity on those really long shifts. Nurse Hacks That...
How do I become a nurse? Do you want to become a nurse? This is everything you need to know about school and the job – from an experienced nurse who’s been there.
I know it’s confusing, but this is how a doctor’s schedules works, from an experienced nurse. It’s not always the same, but this can help.
Don’t be intimidated! Follow these tips for working with physicians and banish your nursing anxiety for good.
This is so important! Nursing delegation frees up your mind so you can focus on the most important tasks first. Here’s how to master it.