Whether you’re already a registered nurse (RN) or you plan on becoming one, getting a BSN degree can open up plenty of nursing career opportunities that go beyond patient health care and can lead to new administration and leadership positions. Nursing is a truly competitive field and only having an ADN degree doesn’t elevate the profession […]
Congratulations on being part of the esteemed profession of nursing! Not everyone can fulfill the duties and responsibilities nurses endure on a daily basis, that test not only their competencies but their emotional stability. As the top trusted profession, nursing yields many rewards and embodies selflessness and compassion, two ideal characteristics each nurse is encouraged […]
Nowadays, most nursing schools want you to have a basic set of skills and theoretical knowledge before admission. To get into a top nursing program, you must gain a number of academic credits in core General Education subjects, such as English, Statistics, and Human Anatomy, in the form of prerequisite courses. Like Nightingale, some colleges […]
The decisions you make when you are starting or furthering your nursing career can be heavily influenced by how much you earn. Figuring out how much you can make as a nurse is important for planning your education, as well as deciding in which state you will practice. Because searching for nurse salaries by state can […]
There’s no better way to improve your chances at a fulfilling nursing career than with a BSN degree from a reputable institution. Even when you’re working in a role that’s perfect for you, a BSN can help you leverage your experience and improve your earning prospects. Keep reading to find out the most important advantages […]
Are you an aspiring nurse or a full-time registered nurse who wants to take on new responsibilities and improve your outcomes? If you feel like going back to school for a traditional course would take too much of your time, perhaps you should consider an online nursing program. Nowadays, many nursing colleges include online courses […]
What kind of nurse hairstyle do you use? Simply pony? Messy bun? Three-second twist and clip? Although requirements about keeping hair off the collar vary by employer, wearing your hair up as a nurse is generally a good idea for the following reasons: Safety issue Wearing your hair down as a nurse can be a […]
Nestled in Pocatello, Idaho, scrapbook-loving and kayaking enthusiast Brooke Forney joined Nightingale College in December 2016. As an adjunct faculty member at Nightingale College and now NCLEX Success Coach, Brooke has the opportunity to not only share her nursing knowledge with our learners but provides individualized NCLEX coaching to help learners build the confidence needed […]
The Nightingale blog consists of articles ranging from nursing school anxiety to test taking tips and career development. With the help of all departments, especially Learner Advising and Life Resources (LALR), we can write on a variety of topics that benefit our learners, graduates, and even users who happen to land on our blog. But […]
Lost in a world of informal communication, it is common to not know how to write a professional email. With the average person receiving fifty texts per day (click to read the study), we get caught up in the “lols” and “jks” of today’s communication. Often, it is difficult to find the words that are […]
Nightingale College celebrates the initial accreditation of the baccalaureate degree nursing program by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) through June 30, 2022. With such an achievement, the College is able to offer an accredited RN-to-BSN Program to licensed nurses who are ready to take the next step in the nursing education and career. […]
The Nightingale College collaborators strive to elevate the organization in a manner that helps us achieve our long-term goals to improve communities our nursing graduates serve. But to help us reach our goal, we need our team to consist of exceptional and dedicated individuals. For that reason, we are excited to announce that the team […]
Congratulations to the Spring 2017 graduating cohort. Full Graduation *We apologize for the absence of sound. We are working on improving this process for our next graduation. Faculty Address Delivered by Susan Jero, MSN, RN
Staying motivated in nursing school sometimes can be a challenge, especially with those looming exams and strenuous homework assignments seem to keep building up class after class. It is easy to lose motivation during nursing school and fall victim to the nursing school blues. You begin to count down the semesters, maybe even months, to […]
Understanding ADHD Have you wondered if you have ADHD? ADHD is an abbreviation for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. ADHD includes inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, which many ADHD learners find it challenging to focus, retain information, and ultimately, learn. While only about 4% of learners are affected, many other learners have one or more characteristics of ADHD. […]
May 6 through May 12 is National Nurses Week. Nightingale College wants to thank all nurses for their hard work and dedication to improving their communities through better health. We are honored to have the opportunity to educate the nurses of tomorrow who will selflessly be serving communities across the nation, driving positive health outcomes […]
“I always thought to become a teacher or a nurse. I pursued my dream of becoming a nurse, which was a tough decision to make between the two. But once I became a nurse, I realized that I can also be a teacher and share my passion to mold and motivate future nurses.” Sheron Cox […]
No matter how far away, collaborators travel from across the nation for a week-long College conference designed to inspire, motivate, and reignite the passion for what we do at Nightingale College. Together, collaborators are inspired and reminded of the College’s mission, building belonging and desire that help catapult the College forward towards its goal of […]
What should you know about Nightingale College and its learners besides the fact that the College specializes in nursing education and our learners are on their way to serving their community as nurses? Making the decision to enroll in any nursing school takes considerable thought. Such a decision requires enough research to find the best […]
Let’s face it, social media has integrated into daily life, changed the means of communication, and how we interact with others. However, that is not the worst. Deemed as the silent career killer, social media can influence how a future or current employer views you. We are guessing you are here for the simple fact […]
Let’s get down to it: do you know what questions to ask during an Admissions interview? Our Admissions team gets bombarded with questions daily and despite their uncanny ability to answer questions quickly, some questions can be answered simply by doing minor research. However, don’t let that discourage you from asking questions when you are […]
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