A third-generation nurse, Keegan Wells has always had nursing in his blood. His mother and grandmother paved the way in the field, and his grandmother’s intuition sparked his nursing career. Transitioning from a path in English to one in nursing, Wells found his calling in this caring profession. Now a telemetry nurse at the University […]

Every career path offers an array of insights and experiences, and nursing is no different. Since our work takes up a large percentage of our waking lives, finding meaning in it can make it feel less like a chore and more like an opportunity for learning and personal growth. Nursing allows us to work with […]

In a groundbreaking move, the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) is embarking on an extensive five-year study to tackle the alarming issue of workplace violence faced by emergency nurses. This initiative responds to a pressing global crisis that has long plagued healthcare settings, particularly emergency departments. Despite numerous small-scale studies shedding light on the issue, there […]

There’s no arguing that nursing is a career that thousands of nurses appreciate and cherish. As the largest segment of the healthcare workforce, nurses work in various clinical and non-clinical settings. At the same time, multiple levels of nursing education provide avenues to all sorts of accomplishments and career paths. While some nurses may see […]

This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight Dennis Cho, an ICU trauma nurse at Indiana University Health. His passion for healthcare and cancer research is as remarkable as his upcoming adventure on the CBS competition show The Summit. Set to premiere with a sneak peek on CBS at 9 p.m. ET on September 29, “The Summit” […]

Mark your calendars for October 10, 2024—World Mental Health Day is here! This year’s theme, “It’s Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace,” is a call to action that resonates deeply, especially within the nursing community. As frontline caregivers, you know better than anyone how crucial mental health is—not just for patients but for […]

“I need a breath of fresh air to clear my head and recharge.” Whether you’re a seasoned nurse or just starting out, you’ve probably said this to your colleagues (or thought it to yourself) during your medical career at least once—it’s a phrase many can relate to. Being a nurse means spending extremely long hours […]

In the heart of a bustling children’s hospital, where the walls resonate with the sounds of hope, laughter, and sometimes tears, lies the intensive care unit (ICU)—a realm where the stakes are extraordinarily high, and each moment is imbued with profound significance. Being a staff nurse in this challenging environment is not for the faint […]