Nursing informatics is a specialty that combines computer expertise as well as data and information research within the field of nursing.
The end goal is promoting better patient care.
The nursing profession is primarily about patient care and education. As a nurse you are at the bedside taking vitals, delivering meds, observing patient behavior and symptoms, not to mention dealing with bodily fluids. Education of the patient, or to their family, on how and what the care should be after they return home is also a large part of the nursing profession.
Something else that is becoming more and more prevalent in nursing is the use of technology. More and more electronic medical records are being employed, mobile applications are entering the market in what seems to be a daily basis, new and updated medical devices are also continually showing up. Nurses need to be able to stay current, understand how to use the information and technology, and be comfortable enough with these things that their personal touch toward patient care is not hindered.
The nursing informatics specialist gathers information on all of the technology mentioned above, and much more. Read the rest of this entry
Can I Work and be Successful in Nursing School?
I get this question a lot. The short answer is that it is doable, however this is not the most desirable situation. Of course you should check the program that you are considering because some actually have strict restriction against working while in nursing school.
If you are considering to work in nursing school there are a number of things that you should keep in mind. Read the rest of this entry
If You Get a BSN Degree Will You Make More Money?
Ok, this is a common questions full of yes, no and maybe answers. It also tends to be a tender subject amongst nurses because, sometimes it seems to be interpreted as a suggestion that as an Associate’s Degree Nurse (ADN) you might somehow be less competent in your job than a Bachelor’s of Science Nurse (BSN). Let me clear the air regarding this topic, right up front- then we can talk about the actual question about making more money with a higher degree.
To become a Registered Nurse (RN) you need one of 3 degree types and then you must pass the NCLEX. Read the rest of this entry
Accredited nurse programs is an important topic that is often overlooked.
Since we have been talking a bit about education lately, I thought I might follow up with some important information on accredited nursing programs. This is a little discussed and even less thought about topic for most nursing students. However, Read the rest of this entry
