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Choosing to obtain a master's degree in nursing is a significant step in any nurse's career. A wide variety of programs are available to nurses who are seeking graduate education. Returning to...

Accelerated nursing degrees provide a fast-track option for people who hold a bachelor's degree in another field and want to become a registered nurse (RN).

A NICU nurse works in the neonatal intensive care unit of a hospital, providing care for newborns that are born ill or prematurely. These babies need specialized care that may include ventilators...

Nursing requires a number of skills in areas such as math, science and communication. Although these skills are required for all nursing careers, different areas of medicine provide the...

A registered nurse (RN) is a graduate of an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor's of science in nursing (BSN) program. She may choose to go back to school for an advanced degree known...

Rep. Edward Pastor of Arizona introduced America's Partnership for Nursing Education to the House on Jan. 27, 2009. The bill, which recommends the use of federal funds to help train more nurses,...

A registered nurse (RN) is a nurse who has earned an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN). He or she then can advance to graduate school for an advanced degree...

The Internet is full of many different resources instructors can use in the classroom when teaching practical nursing students. With more and more classrooms being enhanced with technology,...

Make sure a career as licensed practical nurse (LPN) is right for you. LPNs work under the direction of registered nurses and physicians in hospitals, physician offices, nursing homes and in...

LPNs are licensed practical nurses. They are called LVNs, licensed vocational nurses, in some states. LPNs are not allowed all the duties of registered nurses, but are nevertheless important,...

A registered nurse (RN) is a graduate of an associate's degree program in nursing (ADN) or of a bachelor's of science degree program in nursing (BSN). She may opt to continue her education to earn...

A nurse can earn an RN license and work in her profession with an associate degree (ADN) or bachelor's degree (BSN) in nursing. Some nurses choose to pursue a doctoral degree in their specialty.

Technology is revolutionizing the way nurses learn and treat patients. Programs in nursing schools and in hospitals use technology to help nurses learn basic patient care techniques and more...

If you want to become a registered nurse (RN), you can attend a two-year program for an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a four-year program for a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN).

Registered nurses in the United States are graduates of either an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) program. After passing an exam to earn his license,...

Many nursing schools can only accept a fraction, around half, of all applicants. With the increasing demand for nurses, and only a fraction of nursing applicants being accepted, the nursing...

As you begin your studies for your nursing career, you might be wondering how much studying is going to be required. Different subjects require different hours of study, and needed study time also...

Nurse practitioners are advanced-practice nurses holding a master's degree who have more responsibility and authority than nurses who only hold an RN or LPN license. Nurse practitioners can...

The type of nursing degree one wants to pursue depends on the type of work one wants to perform in the medical industry and the amount of time that person wants to devote to studies. Each level of...

Nursing accreditation is granted to nursing schools that meet requirements set by various regional or national accrediting organizations. Requirements may include specific coursework that students...

The Nursing Education Opportunities Act (NEOA) was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate in 2007, with the goal of increasing funding for nursing student loans and doctoral...

Registered nurses (RNs) enjoy job security and continually growing job opportunities. The nationwide nursing shortage expected to continue through 2016 and the increased use of the medical system...

Nursing programs are designed primarily to prepare students to pass license examinations and work as health care professionals. Programs range from the associate's degree (the quickest route to a...

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nursing employment is expected to grow 23% from 2006 to 2016. That's much higher than other occupations. Positions in doctor's offices and...

Many pregnant women are choosing midwives over traditional labor and delivery nurses. Midwifery is a very specialized field that requires formal education and certification in most states.

Those who wish to attend nursing school need to hold a high school diploma and/or GED to gain admittance to an LPN program. Upon acceptance into the LPN program you will be taking a lot of...

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that registered nurses held 2.5 million jobs in the health-care industry as of 2007, making that position the largest one in the medical field. While...

A nursing program can be rigorous and the academic courses required challenging; however, you can improve your classroom performance by developing organized study habits. Nursing students are not...

Nurses are in demand. If you are a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you may have considered advancing your career to become a Registered Nurse (RN). You can make the transition by returning to...

You see nurses in hospitals, doctor offices, with the Red Cross and in many other places. Nurses administer to sick people and perform tasks such as taking temperature and other vital signs. Use...

Attending nursing school is a big step that requires a lot of time and determination. Your education can be even more stressful if you have to deal with family and work obligations on top of your...