Nursing, with its demanding schedules, emotional exhaustion, and high-pressure situations, can often leave nurses feeling drained and fatigued. The persistent grind of the profession can lead to burnout and a sense of disillusionment, making it difficult for nurses to find fulfillment in their careers. Nurses are constantly afraid of fatigue-related errors due to extended shifts, […] The post Nurse Fatigue Triage: Resources & Tips for When You’re Tired of Nursing appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

If you're a new grad operating room nurse, this post is for you. We dig into tips from an expert so you can excel in this challenging specialty. The post New Grad Operating Room Nurse Success Guide appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

For nurses who find themselves without a license, whether due to disciplinary actions, career transitions, or other circumstances, navigating the job market can feel daunting. However, there are still numerous career paths available that will allow you to leverage your nursing skills and experience. In this article, we’ll delve into 10 rewarding jobs for nurses […] The post Get Hired: 10 Rewarding Jobs for Nurses Without a License appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

In the dynamic nursing field, choosing the right specialty is a crucial decision that significantly influences one’s career trajectory. Two prominent specialties often discussed are acute care vs critical care nursing. While these terms may seem similar, it’s essential to recognize that a critical care nurse is a specialized subset of acute care nurses. Let’s […] The post Acute Care vs Critical Care Nurse: Picking the Right Nursing Specialty for You appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

Nurses are entrusted with immense responsibility, and our professional licenses are the cornerstone of our careers. Unfortunately, there are instances where nurses face the devastating consequence of losing their licenses. This can be due to genuine mistakes, severe neglectful behavior, or even intentional harm. In this blog post, we’ll explore five real-life stories of nurses […] The post 5 Headline Making Stories of Nurses Losing Their License appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

Caring for patients with trachs can be pretty intimidating. Read our guide on tracheostomy care steps to build your confidence STAT! The post 6 Essential Tracheostomy Care Steps: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

Building your confidence in nursing is a marathon, not a sprint. Check out this post by an RN as we explore 5 practical ways to advance your career. The post Building Confidence in Nursing: 5 Key Strategies to Empower Your Career appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

If you're a new nurse scared to go to work, here are 4 critical tips to go from surviving to thriving from a nurse who care. You've got this! The post I’m a New Nurse Scared to Go to Work: 4 Tips For the Overwhelmed New Grad appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

I’ve received a lot of questions from new nurses saying that one of their biggest struggles is when they’ve learned a lot but are having trouble learning how to trust your clinical judgment in nursing. You think you know what you’re doing, but you’re not sure... The post How to Trust Your Nursing Judgement: Critical Insights From 5 Experienced Nurses appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more

Welcome, FreshRN family! Today, we’re diving into the world of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS). Often shrouded in mystery and confusion, the CNS role is critical to our healthcare system. We will discuss how to become a CNS, as well as clinical nurse specialist requirements, the steps ? to success – and more! Clinical Nurse Specialist […] The post How to Become a CNS: Unlock the Clinical Nurse Specialist Requirements With 6 Realistic Steps appeared first on FRESHRN ..read more