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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. American Nurses Credentialing Center, Gerontological Nursing Certification (GERO-BC ), AANC, accessed January 2025, [link].

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Nursing Myths Debunked: Setting the Record Straight

Diversity Nursing

Today, the number of male Nurses is steadily increasing, bringing diversity and challenging gender norms within the field. Nursing is for anyone with a passion for healthcare and patient advocacy, regardless of gender. Nurses Only Work in Hospitals When people think of Nurses, they often picture hospital settings.

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Nursing ethics and shared governance model

American Nurse

Per HUP’s shared governance bylaws, all clinical nurses in good standing are eligible to serve as members of core councils, and membership is mutually agreed upon by the nurse, their direct supervisor, and specific council requirements.