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Geriatric Nurse: Expert Insights and Career Guidance

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Because the needs of older patients vary from person to person, geriatric nurse responsibilities cover a broad range of tasks that may go beyond traditional nursing duties. 7 Depending on the practice setting, some geriatric nurses may have the chance to specialize further in palliative care, mental health, pain management or orthopedics.

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What Can You Do with a Master’s in Nursing? 2025 Ultimate Guide

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) opens the door for students to take on roles such as family nurse practitioner (FNP), nurse educator , nurse executive , psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and more. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner role specialty is not available for the DNP program.

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

Post University

Remarkably, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) 2023 New Graduate Employment Data reveals that nearly 70 percent of employers show a strong preference for hiring nurses trained at the BSN level. Many use this opportunity to explore high-impact specialties or work with specific patient populations.

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Nursing ethics and shared governance model

American Nurse

HUP’s shared governance structure incorporates key components of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Rec­og­nition Program®, which are reflected in HUP’s Nursing Strategic Imperatives: Priorities for the Future of Nursing (2019–2023). 2023; 18(4). These imperatives support ethical competence among nursing staff.

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Deafblindness and health advocacy

American Nurse

In emergency and acute care settings, social workers can offer resources to patients, families, and staff to improve healthcare encounters. Acute care and emergency settings should be made aware of the patient’s level of sensitivity to avoid unscheduled disruptions. 2023; 18(9). American Nurse Journal.

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Nurses Spread the Word About Gun Safety

Nurse.com

Currently, she is working on a research study that will teach nurses how to have these important conversations with patients. Cogan also will speak on this topic at the National Association of School Nurses’ 2023 conference, to be held June 30-July 3 in Orlando, Florida. She still works as a nurse when the senate isn’t in session.

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A diversified profession

American Nurse

More men in nursing supports population and workforce health. In 2023, men comprised just 12.6% The human connections that enable our care plans and patient advocacy, education, and interventions deepen based on common lived experiences between nurses and patients. of RNs and 10.2% of NPs were men.