by Abby Oligschlaeger | May 22, 2019 | Featured, Nursing Ed, Uncategorized
Physical examinations are one of healthcare’s most powerful tools. They’re fast, informative, and inexpensive. But not all physical examinations are created equal. According to the American Journal of Medicine, 76% of cases resulting in missed or delayed...
by Hillary Gamblin | May 22, 2019 | Featured, Nursing Ed, Uncategorized
A head-to-toe assessment is a staple in the nursing profession. In fact, a NCSBN survey found that newly licensed RNs performed 3.98 physical assessments during their last shift. A NCSBN survey found that newly licensed RNs performed 3.98 physical assessments during...
by Hillary Gamblin | May 9, 2019 | Featured, Nursing Ed
After four decades, the practice gap continues to plague the nursing community. Four decades! The decades-long crisis has been well documented, and “A Crisis of Competency,” shows that the gap continues today: “only 23 percent of newly graduate nurses demonstrate...
by Abby Oligschlaeger | May 8, 2019 | Featured, Nursing Ed
Nursing is built on communication skills. To provide the highest level of care, it’s crucial for nurses to master the soft skills that allow them to excel in healthcare. But nursing is also a high-workload profession. As duties pile up throughout a shift, nurses can...
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