Nurses are right at the heart of patient care, dealing with the non-stop action and high demands of hospital life. They often work long shifts that push their medical know-how to the limit, all while taking a toll on their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. According to a survey by the American Nurses Association, 82% of nurses report significant workplace stress, underscoring the necessity of personal wellness practices. Here are five must-have items for your locker that can help you find peace and keep you going during those intense shifts. A Dose of Encouragement Cracking ..read more

Jolene Scatton, RN, Director of Nursing at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton always dreamed of becoming a nurse. “The biggest joy of my career is connecting with patients. You’re like their guardian angel and their safe place,” says Scatton. “On weekends, holidays, birthdays, even during snowstorms – there are always people in the hospital who need you.” Scatton leads a team of nursing and nursing support colleagues on the fifth-floor medical-surgical telemetry unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Hazleton. Scatton has spent her 17-year nursing career with Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN ..read more

Just imagine you or a loved one were admitted to the hospital and had to wait an extended period to receive the care desperately needed. Would that sit right with you? It has been stated time and time again that there is a nationwide shortage of nurses, but is that the problem? Nursing, the largest healthcare profession within the U.S. with over 5 million active registered nurses, still needs to improve to maintain safe staffing ratios to improve patient care. There is not a shortage of nurses, but a shortage of nurses willing to work in stressful and unsafe conditions. The daunting physi ..read more

How did you feel when you graduated from nursing school, and what were you planning for your exciting new career? What were you thinking? Was there fear and trepidation or excitement and anticipation? It was a mixture of all of the above. For some new nurses, this can be a magical time, but only sometimes, and sometimes the magic never happens. Where’s your nursing magic these days? The Magic of New Beginnings In the mid-1990s, I graduated with my associate degree in nursing. I was in my early 30s, had a young son in junior high, and until then, I only had a high school diploma and certificati ..read more

Eileen Mahler, PhD, RNC-OB, NE-BC, a resident of Oceanside, NY, was honored for her 45 years of service as a nurse at Mount Sinai South Nassau with a surprise retirement celebration. Hundreds of hospital staff attended the event, and Mahler was given a chauffeured ride home in a BMW convertible escorted by the Oceanside Fire Department Fire Engine. Daily Nurse has named Eileen Mahler Nurse of the Week for her illustrious 45-year nursing career and lifetime dedication to the nursing profession. Mahler began her nursing career in 1979 at South Nassau Communities Hospital (now Mou ..read more

Supporting someone with a life-limiting diagnosis or talking about death can be difficult for many people, but not for a hospice nurse. What’s it like to care for patients and their families in the end-of-life process? Maryette Williamson, RN, BSN, knows firsthand from working as a BAYADA Hospice Nurse in Fayetteville, North Carolina. We asked her about her work. What follows is our interview, edited for length and clarity. Maryette Williamson, RN, BSN, is a BAYADA Hospice Nurse in Fayetteville, North Carolina. How did you get interested in working as a home hospice nurse? Wha ..read more

If you’re a nurse who’s spent time in the healthcare job market, you know all about job interviews. But did you know that there’s another type of interview that can be a powerful tool for career development and professional advancement? Don’t fret if you’ve never heard of the concept of the informational interview because it’s easy to learn and implement if you’d like to find a new way to build your professional network and expand your career potential. What is an Informational Interview?  An informational interview is an informal conversation with another professional whose work, positio ..read more

In a significant development for mental health services in the military, U.S. Navy Lieutenant j.g. Lindsay Bender demonstrated strong leadership and empathy in her contributions throughout her military career, particularly at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. This resulted in her being chosen to fill the critical leadership billet of Assistant Service Chief. U.S. Army Col. Wendy Woodall, Walter Reed’s director of nursing, emphasized that “This role is typically for an O-3 or higher and GS-12,” acknowledging the significance of Bender’s assignment. Additionally, in March 2024, Bende ..read more

Results of a new survey by The Harris Poll reveal that many patients receive too many needlesticks in hospital procedures, which amplifies misconceptions and lack of awareness from Americans on the risks of common medical procedures. The “Accepted But Unacceptable” Practice of Repeated Needlesticks Needlesticks are an often-overlooked challenge but can be one of the most traumatic aspects of a patient’s hospital stay. More than half of Americans (51%) report some fear of needles, and of that group, a top reason is fear of needing multiple needle insertions (31%). The survey findings reflect th ..read more

Creating a routine looks different for everyone and isn’t always what people see on social media. It certainly doesn’t have to look perfect, and most people make mistakes before finding what helps them manage their everyday lives. You might want to eat healthier, take a walk after work, or remember to do a particular chore. Whatever it is, maintaining a dependable routine can be tricky with a busy work schedule, but not impossible. Read on to discover tips so can develop a routine away from work. Discover What You Want Your Routine to Look Like Why do you want to create this routine in th ..read more