Nursing students around the world are preparing to lead in their field. But what does leadership look like in nursing? And how do different countries shape their nursing students to become leaders? Let's dive into the standards and requirements for nursing students in eleven countries. First, it's important to note that leadership in nursing isn't just about managin...
Health nurses are often the unsung heroes in hospitals and clinics. They are the ones who ensure that patients are well taken care of. But did you know that they also play a big role in politics? This is not about running for office. It is about making sure that the voices of patients are heard in the halls of power. This is where occupational health nurses come in. ...
Nurses are the backbone of hospital care. They spend the most time with patients. This makes them key observers of healthcare quality. They see firsthand how healthcare is delivered. They notice when things go right and when they go wrong. They are also the ones who often see the effects of social disadvantage on health. Patients from tough backgrounds often face wor...
Nursing students often face a lot of stress and anxiety during their clinical placements. This is a crucial part of their training. It is where they get to practice what they have learned in real-world settings. However, the pressure can be intense. The stakes are high, and the environment is often unpredictable. Stress and anxiety can come from many sources. There ...
Many people do not know that nurse practitioners have been around for five decades. This year marks a special milestone for these healthcare heroes. To honor this, a group of 50 leading nurse practitioners were asked to share their thoughts on important topics. These topics include their role in healthcare and how they see their future. This month, five of these ...
Nurses are often swamped with tasks. They must assess, plan, and evaluate care for each patient. One major challenge is identifying distress in patients who aren't battling cancer. When someone is ill, distress is common. However, nurses often lack a clear method to measure it. Distress isn't just about feeling down. It can impact a patient's recovery. So, findi...
Nursing is changing fast. The world of precision health care is always evolving. Nurses need to keep up. They must learn about genes and how they affect health. This is called genomic literacy. It is like health literacy, but with a focus on genes. Both are crucial for nurses to understand. Health literacy is important. People who struggle with it often avoid doctor...
The nursing world is facing some tough challenges. New laws are making it hard to teach about sex and gender in a way that includes everyone. These laws often ignore the latest scientific findings. This is a big problem for nurse educators who want to provide a complete and accurate education. The main issue is that some policies are very narrow. They only r...
When things get tough, strong relationships matter. This is especially true in the nursing world. A study looked into how the bonds between nurses, their leaders, and the organization affect whether nurses stick around or decide to leave during tough times. The focus was on how perceived support from the organization and the quality of the relationship between a lea...
Nursing students are often under a lot of pressure. They have to juggle tough classes, long hours of clinical practice, and personal life. On top of all this, many are struggling with something unexpected: smartphone addiction. This issue is not just about spending too much time on social media. It is also linked to serious problems like sleeplessness, feelings of is...