Clinical rotations are a crucial aspect of nursing school education, but can be intimidating. Let’s discuss what to expect!
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Clinical Tips for Nursing Students (from Experienced Nurses!)
I asked experienced nurses for their input on clinical tips for nursing students. I thought the response was incredibly helpful and valuable, and I wanted to to share these clinical tips with you! Clinical tips for nursing students More Resources: Clinical Tips for Nursing Students
Medication Administration Basics for Nursing Students
One of the major things you learn in nursing school is how to give medications. I’d like to explain some nursing basics because when I was in school, no one told me this stuff… it was just assumed we knew all of this. So, let’s go over some medication administration basics for nursing students. Medication […]
My First Bed Change
Read and laugh along with me – a nurse – as I share the very real story of my first bed change. We’ve all been there, it’s so relatable!
7 Activities for Nursing Students in Clinicals
Make the most of your time. Let’s talk about some activities for nursing students in clinicals so you can make the most of your downtime.
How to Clean Up a Patient Who Has Pooped: Tips from a Nurse
Alright, so that probably wasn’t the best way to phrase what I’m going to be talking about in this post, but it’s definitely what you probably searched to find this information! Maybe you’re starting nursing school clinicals, or maybe you’ve been away from the bedside for a while and are going to start caring for […]
Different Ways Nurses Draw Blood for Labs
New to phlebotomy? In this blog post, a nurse discusses the different ways we can draw blood for labs in the hospital, equipment, steps, and more.
Types of Nursing Assessments Every Nurse Needs To Know
A common responsibility of nurses. Let’s discuss the different kinds of assessments nurses perform, and when when are necessary.
Head-to-Toe Nursing Assessments versus Focused Assessments
What’s the difference between a head-to-toe nursing assessment and a focused assessment? An RN explains.
Top 80 Medical Abbreviations & Short Hand
Medical abbreviations I use most frequently. Keep in mind that not all of these are “approved”; they are the ones I use on my report sheet.
