How Travel Nurses are Helping to Address the Nursing Shortage in Oncology
It’s no secret that the nursing shortage is causing a crisis in the healthcare industry. This problem poses a significant threat to the oncology field. Cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in the U.S. and those numbers continue to rise. It’s projected that 1 in every 3 men and 1 in every 2 women will develop cancer in their lifetime. This means there will be an increased need for care from teams familiar with their specific...
Do Nurses Need to be Vaccinated: The Big Question
The big question that many travel nurses (and those in the nursing profession) are wondering is whether or not they need to be vaccinated. Vaccines have been an ongoing topic of conversation, especially with the COVID-19 vaccine. However, the answer falls into a gray area. While we can’t give a definitive “yes” or “no” to answer this question, we can help point you to resources that can. An Unbiased...
Nurses and Tattoos | Ink or No Ink?
These days, it seems like everybody has a tattoo. In fact, according to a 2020 study, 44 percent of United States adults have one or more tattoos somewhere on their body. As society evolves and younger generations grow up, it’s no surprise that tattoos are becoming increasingly more popular. People are beginning to embrace the ancient art form, using tattoos to show off artistic freedom, important memories, and favorite quotes....
Can You Get into Nursing School with a Misdemeanor? | The Big Question
For those who don’t have a clean record but have high hopes of attending nursing school, there is probably one big question looming over your head. Can you get into nursing school with a misdemeanor? The answer is maybe. I know, that’s not exactly helpful or definitive, but the truth is that getting into nursing school with a misdemeanor is on a case-by-case basis. Schools and clinical programs are all different, with different...
Violence Towards Nurses: The Untold Threat
No matter what job you have, there are always going to be certain things that make you dread going to work from time to time. Maybe you have a stressful presentation coming up, or you just got denied the promotion you had been dreaming about. Usually these things are just minor setbacks, and are not enough to sway you from loving the job itself. As a nurse, you go to work expecting to get covered in blood or bile at some point in the...
How to Get a Nursing Scholarship – 5 Tips for Success
Alright, let’s talk about the dreaded subject. Yep, I’m talking about how you’re going to pay for your nursing education. It’s no secret that nursing school can be a pretty penny. With tuition, textbooks, and other medical equipment required, it can be tough to come up with the money to pay for your education. While it’s a good idea to look into loans that you’re eligible for, there’s also a lucrative way to get the funding you need...