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I Made it, Despite Life’s Ups and Downs

Nurse.com

I went back to school to get my GED, and from there I got into nursing school. I graduated as a CNA in 1994, as a licensed vocational nurse in 1997, and I earned my associate’s degree in nursing in 2000. Share your nurse story with your colleagues. Submit your story today! I am a success.

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From Horses to Humans: My Unconventional Path to Nursing

Nurse.com

I decided to take the plunge and devote time to becoming a nurse for humans. My friend, Kelly, told me about the nursing program she was enrolled in and asked if I would join her. Before long, I was enrolled in a licensed practical nursing program (LPN). Share your nurse story with us!

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How One IntelyPro Opened a Hospital in Zambia

IntelyCare

Within weeks of chatting, they immediately started the licensing process. Grace did not need to think twice about it, she immediately said yes, and the idea behind the Hilbengrace Medical Center was born. The medical center opened in fall of 2022 and serves as an outreach center, a vaccination clinic, and has Radiology and Lab services.

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Realizing a Dream: How I Earned My Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Nurse.com

I saw the writing on the wall and remembered what I wrote in my yearbook: “I will obtain my bachelor’s degree in nursing.” All of my classmates were licensed RNs. Nursing may not be glamorous, but I love it. I hope my story encourages others to never give up. Share your nurse story with your colleagues.

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7 Must-Read Stories for CNOs

Health Leaders | Nursing

Besides staffing, nurse executives also were most interested in stories about technology, LGBTQIA+ care, recruiting and retaining, big data, and rural healthcare. Here are HealthLeaders' top seven nursing stories by ranking: 1. NPs could ease "care deserts" created by physician shortages and rural hospital closings.