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Image of the Month: Nodding Off

Image of the Month: Nodding Off

The longer someone stays awake, the more likely they’ll start to nod off as their brain needs sleep. But how the brain senses that need for sleep hasn’t always been clear. Now, neurologists like Mark Wu, are investigating how this brain function works. He and his...
8 Things to Research Before a Nurse Interview

8 Things to Research Before a Nurse Interview

When applying for a job, it’s important to come equipped with knowledge about the company that you’re applying to. This is true whether you are preparing for an interview or searching for an employer to apply to that fits your needs. Researching the employer gives the...
If You Use a Wheelchair You CAN Be a Nurse, Like Me!

If You Use a Wheelchair You CAN Be a Nurse, Like Me!

Q&A with Ryann Kress PW: What inspired/motivated you to become a nurse?  RK: I spent my adolescence in and out of emergency rooms and doctors’ appointments managing my own disability, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. I became comfortable in hospital...
The Pros And Cons To Working “Only” 3 Days A Week

The Pros And Cons To Working “Only” 3 Days A Week

As a nurse, I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve heard that it must be amazing to “only” work three days a week. The truth is, it’s exhausting. Utterly exhausting. Twelve-hour shifts generally turn into 13- or 14-hour shifts. Forget dinner plans or the...