Let’s talk about what a med surg refresher course for new grad nurses should cover (and why med surg Mindset can help you feel confident fast)!
Med Surg Refresher Course for New Grad Nurses: What to Look For + My Top Pick
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Med Surg vs ICU: Which is Right For Me?
Trying to choose between med surg vs ICU? Learn how the roles differ, what skills you’ll build, and how to pick the right path for your nursing career, plus get course recommendations for both.
Curious About a “Medical Surgery Nurse”? Let’s Talk Med-Surg
What does a “medical surgery nurse” do? Learn the correct spelling of “med-surg,” what it’s like to work on a medical-surgical unit, and why it’s one of the most important specialties in nursing.
Common Med-Surg Medications – Plus Administration Tips!
Welcome, new nurses! We know transitioning from nursing school to working in a hospital can be challenging, but don't worry! I'm here to help you...
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: The Benefits of Effective Nursing Delegation
As a nurse, delegation is an important skill that allows you to prioritize your workload and provide the best care possible for your patients....
The Art of Patient Assessment: A Comprehensive Guide for Med Surg Nurses
Patient assessment is an essential skill for med surg nurses to master. It's a critical component of providing top-notch care and ensuring positive...
Responsibilities of a Night Shift Med Surg Nurse vs. Day Shift Med Surg Nurse
If you’re a nurse on a med-surg unit and considering moving from days to nights and curious about how the two shifts differ, this post is for you!
Med-Surg Report Sheet: The Perfect Med-Surg Nurse Brain Sheet
Having a solid nursing report sheet is critical to a successful med-surg shift. Read on for what makes a good report sheet and a template!
Med Surg Patients and Procedures: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Are you a new med-surg nurse and nervous about what kinds of patients and procedures you’ll encounter? Read this post to learn more – from an experienced nurse!
VTE Prophylaxis Basics: Tips for Med-Surg Nurses
Are you responsible for VTE prophylaxis as a med-surg nurse but confused about it? Let’s dig into specifics so you can navigate it with confidence.
Nursing Priorities for Post-Operative Patients
You’re working in a med-surg unit as a nurse and find that you often get patients who are fresh out of the PACU. The surgeons have very specific expectations, which are intimidating at first. Let’s go through the most common nursing priorities for med-surg patients who are in the immediate post-operative period after returning from the PACU.
4 Major Differences Between ER Nurses and Floor Nurses
Trying to decide on a career in nursing? Let’s talk about the differences between ER and floor nurses so you can pick the best for you.