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Mastering the Balance: Tips for Nurses Managing Work and School While Pursuing an Advanced Degree

Minority Nurse

Besides deciding on the degree, you must also decide on the specialty, which, for advanced degrees in nursing, there are many. Here are 10 tips to help you balance work and school while pursuing an advanced degree.

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Breaking barriers: Nursing education in a wheelchair

American Nurse

However, media and practice frequently portray fully able-bodied individuals as the norm for performing the rigorous requirements of inpatient, direct-care nursing. Studies in nursing education are even more limited, and they typically focus on learning disabilities.

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Nursing Burnout: What It Is and How to Prevent It?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

For medical institutions, averting burnout in nursing protects their employees, patients and their bottom line. Nurse managers and nurse leaders can help lower the risk of nurse burnout through better leadership. Nurses can take preventive and therapeutic measures for self-care.

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Exploring the Benefits and Paths to Nursing Higher Education

Diversity Nursing

Benefits of Advanced Nursing Degrees Increased Career Opportunities A higher degree in Nursing expands your career options beyond bedside care. With an advanced degree, you can pursue roles such as Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Educator, or Healthcare Administrator.

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Why a BSN Degree Matters: Key Benefits for Nurses

Post University

While it is possible to work as a registered nurse with an associate degree or a nursing diploma program, there are keybenefits of aBSN degreethat you should consider. Understanding theadvantages of BSNdegree could help you decide if now is the right time to invest in your nursing education.

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What Is a Doctor of Nursing Practice? (And What You Should Know)

Post University

Online programs provide nurses with the flexibility and versatility to continue their education while managing their professional responsibilities, and DNP programs with specialization options allow nurses to select a track that aligns with their personal interests and professional goals.

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Masters in Nursing (MSN) Salary and Highest-Paid Jobs

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Like the other MSN roles, nurse educators require an advanced degree and get paid well. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nursing instructors and postsecondary teachers earn a median annual wage of $80,780. 44 Your master’s of nursing salary will depend on your experience, location, field and the school where you work.