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Nurses Month 2023

American Nurse

The month-long celebration of the nursing profession allows for many opportunities to promote appreciation of the invaluable contributions of nurses. Get your free access to Nurseline, the exclusive newsletter of American Nurse Journal , and gain insights for your nursing practice. Sign up Now! How will you celebrate?

LPN 98
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In search of staffing solutions

American Nurse

BayCare has coupled this initiative with “earn as you learn” programs for employees to become PCTs, LPNs, and RNs. LPNs also have been included in the system’s shared governance model, with an LPN Committee, and an LPN co-chair who serves on BayCare’s Professional Practice Council.

LPN 98
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Improving hypertension using virtual modalities

American Nurse

Current primary care panel sizes range from 700 to 1,400 veterans; some led by advance practice RNs (APRNs). The ideal panel size for an APRN is between 700 and 900 patients. Before the virtual clinic, enrolled participants received virtual video connect education from the PACT licensed pract­ical nurse (LPN) or RN.

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South Carolina Board of Nursing 2024 Licensure Renewal Facts

American Nurse

This mission is accomplished by assuring safe initial practice as well as continuing competency in the practice of nursing and by promoting nursing excellence in the areas of education and practice. Note that five (5) years ago, we had 6262 APRNs permanently licensed in SC.

APRN 52
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The Power of Nursing Bridge Programs: How to Advance Your Education With the Right Degree

Post University

The following are among the most common bridge programs: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Bridge Programs Many people enter the healthcare profession as nursing aides or assistants but ultimately hope to become licensed practical nurses (LPNs) or licensed vocational nurses (LVNs).

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Nurse Recruiters Share Top Tips for Negotiating Salary

Nurse.com

Although APRNs (52%) and LPNs (41%) were more likely to negotiate their salaries, only 31% of RNs said negotiating salary is something they do all or most of the time. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines , which promote equity in hiring practices, according to Jackson.

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These Nursing Associations Connect You to Fellow Pros and Valuable Resources

Nurse.com

Representing assisted living RNs, licensed practical nurses, and licensed vocational nurses, the AALNA works to promote safe, effective, and dignified nursing practice in assisted living, in an era when the number of older adults needing this type of care is increasing. The AACN promotes lifelong learning and professional growth.