One of the most popular Nursetopia posts of all-time, ‘Star Wars’ Flavor to Dr. Patricia Benner’s ‘Novice to Expert,’ is a whimsical combination of nursing theory and pop culture. I love hearing from other nurses, and I was giddy to... Read More
As a nurse manager, there are many “things” I need to bring sanity and success in the workplace. Here are my top ten things I must have in daily work or in my work environment. 1. A mission. I certainly... Read More
The Article: Salz, T., Oeffinger, K., McCabe, M., Layne, T., & Bach, P. (2012). Survivorship care plans in research and practice. CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, 62(2): 101-116. Big Idea: Recommended by the Institutes of Medicine (IOM) and now... Read More
According to the International Council of Nurses, nurses are more likely assaulted at work than prison guards or police officers. In Texas, assaults on healthcare personnel and first responders have two levels of criminal punishment. Assault a police officer or... Read More
Thank you, Patrick, for the “Keep Calm” comment inspiration! You can download this graphic. Happy Monday, and here’s hoping you don’t have to grab the crash cart during your shift. If you do, I hope you remember to… ... Read More
Remember that Nursing 2012 Drug Handbook giveaway a few months ago? Well, Wolters Kluwer Health has the exact same resource as a user-friendly iPhone/iTouch/iPad application. I’ve had the chance to use the app. It’s quite nice to have such an... Read More
Today’s #HAWMC writing prompt inquires why I write about my health. I do write about my health – specifically my journey towards a healthy BMI. My physical activity and nutrition are night and day difference from nearly two years ago.... Read More
There’s no time-traveling here. No webs shooting from wrists. No awesome, brightly colored outfit. (Although, I am giving away two pair of very cool scrubs until Sunday.) No sidekick or nifty gadgets my butler whipped up last night. No raspy... Read More
Oh. Holy. Moly. Alan Finkel, you sly software developer. You know the way to a journal-searching, PubMed-junkied, infographic-loving, interactive-learning-crazed, Pinterest-pinning nurse’s heart don’t you? If you ever – ever – search PubMed, you should try it with the help of... Read More
May you remember; keep pace.... Read More