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A Journey of Perseverance and Purpose in Healthcare and Human Services

Minority Nurse

Determined to take control of her future, Ortega enrolled in Post’s online program, where she not only completed her Bachelor of Science in Human Services but immediately continued to her Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree. She hopes to continue growing Transforming Lives and making a lasting impact in her community.

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Why Choose an RN to BSN Program for Your Nursing Career?

Post University

The evolution of nursing education became especially evident by 2010 when the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released a report revealing a clear intention to promote BSN training. This included the ambitious goal of ensuring that 80 percent of nurses held their bachelor’s by 2020.

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Self-care within hospice and palliative care nursing

American Nurse

Continuing education and professional development aid burnout reduction and improve nurse retention. Establishing goals of care and providing education regarding hospice and palliative care philosophies can better prepare patients and families for the inevitable struggles at the end of life.

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The Rise of Malpractice Claims Against NPs

Daily Nurse

According to the Administration on Aging, in 2020, the population of 65 and older numbered 55.7 Maintain files that can be helpful for your character, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, and continuing education certificates. One of the realities of life is that our medical needs increase as we age.

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Value of Nursing Certification

Daily Nurse

Importance of Certification The National Academy of Medicine’s consensus study: “ The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity ,” states that creating an expectation and culture of lifelong learning is essential for improving care and population health. and Canada.

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Peer support and nurse well-being

American Nurse

No single gold standard in peer support training exists, but all peer supporters require rigorous initial training as well as on-going, continuing education. After becoming an official peer supporter, they’re offered quarterly continuing education. Can Med Educ J. September 22, 2020. 2021;12(3):113-25.doi:10.36834/cmej.71129

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Geriatric Nursing: A Specialty in Need

Nurse.com

in 2020 – up from 14.6% Among the vast options available are geriatric nurse and geriatric NP certifications from the American Nurses Credentialing Center as well as continuing education courses geared toward geriatric nursing.