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50 Best Blogs for Male NursesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Male nurses may be in a minority field, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t resources and portals of communication available for them to share information, rant about work and connect over their own specific experiences. Check out our list of 50 of the best blogs for males nurses to learn about new specialties, nursing school, and the stories experienced by other nurses like them. Male Nurses These blogs are written by male nurses and will help you feel like you’re part of the club, even if you’re in the minority in your department. St. Vincent’s Hospital Darlinghurst – Male Nurses: Pete...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 26, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

99 Best Blogs for Pre-Med StudentsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
These blogs will give pre-med students the upper hand on medical knowledge, current events and health care answers. Recognized as a vital learning tool for pre-med students and patients alike, medical blogs are a must-read for education and entertainment. Whether you are applying to medical school, already enrolled or just have an affinity for medicine, these blogs will further your interest, make you laugh often and maybe even prompt you to write a blog of your own! Student Blogs All pre-med students have been in your shoes. They had to take the MCAT, apply to medical schools and make the grades to graduate. Reading helpf...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 19, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: info

50 Excellent Networks and Communities for NursesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Within the field of nursing, there are countless opportunities for making a difference. From research to health advocacy programs to team leadership to administration and education partnerships, nurses will never stop developing the skills they need to manage effective, compassionate patient care systems. And with the assistance of these networks, nurses and nursing students will be able to find even more support for achieving their goals. Professional Organizations Join these professional organizations to learn about the latest in research, certification and more. International Council of Nurses: This group is over 100 y...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 15, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

100 Essential iPhone Apps for Travel NursesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
As a nurse taking various short term positions around the country, odds are you’ll be coming and going to lots of different places. You’re most likely to need tools that can help you stay on top of plans, keep in touch, maintain your fitness, and more. Here we’ll examine 100 iPhone apps that can help make your life easier. Planning & Status Use these apps to plan your travel, get updates, and more. iPhone Travel: iPhone Travel will make it easy for you to find deals on air, hotels, and more. Travelocity: Find hotels near you, check flight schedules, and view your Travelocity itinerary with this app. ...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 12, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

101 Ways to Use Twitter in Your HospitalEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Nurses are an essential part of hospitals and can function as a communication lifeline to patients, doctors, and others in the facility. These days, there are lots of different tools you can use to communicate, but Twitter is an exciting one to consider, just because it holds so much potential. Read on, and you’ll learn about 101 different ways you can use Twitter in your hospital. Marketing & Public Relations Get the word out and promote your hospital with Twitter. Monitor for problems: Find out what’s being said about your hospital, and respond to it on Twitter. Get support for causes: Tweet about causes...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 8, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

Top 10 Most Ridiculous Uniforms in Nursing HistoryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Since the secular nursing profession was officially started in the 1850s, nurses around the world have worn all kinds of uniforms. Some decades were kind to nurses and allowed uniform fashions to progress by introducing short sleeves, shorter hemlines and lighter-weight dresses. Other eras, however, restrained nurses in heavy materials, frilly hats and impractical uniforms. If you think you have it bad in your scrubs, read on to learn about the top 10 most ridiculous uniforms in nursing history. World War I Nurse’s Uniform: Nurses who served during World War I wore ankle-length white dresses with long sleeves and a ...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 6, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

100 Inspirational and Educational Videos for NursesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Being a nurse is a tough job as many nurses know, but it can be a rewarding one as well. You can help improve your skills and find new sources of inspiration to keep you going when you’re not on the job as well. Here are some great videos for nurses that will instruct, enlighten and maybe even make you laugh. Inspirational If you’re feeling run down after a hard day at work or school, these videos can help you remember why you wanted to go into nursing. Nature at Its Worst, Nursing at Its Best: Hurricane Katrina wrecked havoc on the southern United States, but while it caused a great deal of devastation, nurs...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - October 5, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

100 Really Useful RSS Feeds for NursesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
It’s no secret that nurses are busy people. One way to ensure you can keep up with all the latest news and information while you pursue your career goals is to have all that information sent directly to your RSS reader of choice. You can get all you want to know bundled nicely for you to read when you have a minute to catch your breath. Go ahead and paste these links into your reader, or where available, click the RSS symbol to subscribe directly. News Keep up with all the latest nursing news with these feeds. NurseZone News. Get nursing news and information from this site dedicated to serving nurses with profession...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - September 30, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

100 Ways You Can Lower Your Health Care CostsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Whether you’re in the health care industry or not, you know that health care costs are soaring. However, there are some ways to get your medical bills under control. Here, we’ll look at 100 different ways you can save money on health care. Insurance Here you’ll learn how to save on your premiums and more. Increase your out of pocket costs: Forego luxuries like deductibles and co-payments, and you’ll have lower monthly premiums. Reassess your needs: Consider what benefits you really need on your health insurance. Change your coinsurance ratio: Raise your ratio to cut your monthly premium. Never stop...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - September 29, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info

Top 100 Health Experts on TwitterEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
On Twitter, you can find experts in just about everything-social media, business, education, and more. And there are plenty of health experts to be found on the service as well. Read on to learn about 100 of the best health experts on Twitter today. Doctors Get information straight from doctors on Twitter. @brianmarshall: Brian Marshall is an ER physician. @PLAYTHISWAY: Dr. Jen is a pediatrician and mom to two sets of twins. @Dougpmd: Check out @Dougpmd to find information on women’s health. @benadkins: Ben Adkins is a doctor, writer, and entrepreneur. @DrJennyK: Follow Dr. Jenny, a physician consultant and experien...
Source: LPN to RN Blog - September 28, 2009 Category: Nursing Authors: Site Administrator Tags: Features Source Type: info