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5 Business Ideas for an Enterprising NP

Minority Nurse

These types of patients might request home infusions of vitamins and minerals, immunoglobulins, or perhaps IV fluids for hydration or even getting over a hangover. Idea #2: Concierge Medicine Concierge medical practices provide a range of services beyond just infusion therapy and are becoming increasingly popular.

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Maintaining a Relationship with your Loved One in a Facility during COVID-19.

Hospice 101

Many of us reading this article have a loved one in a facility, whether it is at an Assisted Living Facility, Memory Care Facility, Group Home, Senior Apartments, Skilled Nursing Home, Hospital, or other CBRF. Even though our loved ones may be in a facility in town, they feel far away during this time. Feeling more creative?

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Nurse Specialist or Nurse Generalist?

Nurse Keith's Digital Doorway

Licensed practical or vocational nurses are usually considered generalists, and their work is crucial in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, physician offices, and other milieus where they are the lifeblood of patient care. Generalist nurse practitioners also serve an important clinical purpose in many facilities.

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Nursing Opportunities Beyond The Bedside

Diversity Nursing

Nurse writers educate readers on healthcare topics through their personal knowledge and experience. According to RegisteredNursing.org , they can freelance for medical journals, guides, and other health-related publications (newspapers, magazines, websites, etc.) Dialysis Nurse. Yacht Nurse.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Dr. Robin Geiger

Minority Nurse

I started with the goal of becoming a certified nursing assistant (CNA). It was important to me to be there for some nursing home patients with little to no family and support them in accomplishing daily tasks. I knew I could grow in nursing and pushed myself to do more. I immediately loved it!

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Nurses with Disabilities: A Skilled Workforce

Minority Nurse

I was unsure if I would be an effective nurse,” she says. “ I shared my concerns with my mother, an ICU nurse at the VA then. But Hickman, who has a speech impediment of a stutter/stammer, almost didn ’ t pursue this career. “

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner vs Psychiatrist vs Therapist: Understanding the Differences

Minority Nurse

Psychiatrists often work in hospitals, clinics, private practice, nursing homes, government agencies, and correctional facilities. Work Environments Psychiatric nurse practitioners can work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practice, nursing homes, and government agencies.